Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Interior Design Services in Pacific Palisades, CA
M Elle Design was founded in 2008 by sisters Marie Turner Carson and Emily Turner Barker in Pacific Palisades, California. Our practice is rooted in the decorative arts traditions of classic-contemporary American style and the casually elegant West Coast edit. We create spaces that engage in the ever-evolving dialogue of West Coast chic, encouraging confident, nonchalant living. Our interiors resonate with clients' individual stories, designed to engage the senses through the play of form and function. With a second-generation heritage, we blend European artisan excellence with distinctly American ease and comfort.Our approach honors the past while embracing the future, crafting bespoke homes that speak to current lifestyles with a sense of timeless beauty. We believe authentic homes become part of your family legacy, serving as backdrops for lives well-lived. Our team combines formal education from institutions like USC, Christies Education, and Princeton University with decades of industry experience. Recognized in publications such as Architectural Digest and Elle Decor, we maintain a curated eye for informal airiness while delivering tailored, informed designs.
Services
Interior Design
Residential Design
Custom Spaces
Space Planning
Bespoke Furnishings
Architectural Integration
Estate Renovations
Modern Transitions
Family Legacy Homes
Coastal Elegance
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Second-generation interior design expertise since 2008
- Bespoke homes combining European craftsmanship with American comfort
- Recognized in top design publications like Elle Decor
- Formal education from USC, Christies Education, and Princeton
- Spaces designed to engage senses through form and function
What people say
Bespoke homes
Dignity of beauty
Family legacy focus
Timeless elegance
Curated eye
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service creates tailored environments that balance form and function. Drawing from second-generation expertise, we craft spaces that reflect personal narratives while maintaining timeless elegance. Each project integrates European artisan techniques with West Coast casual sophistication, ensuring environments that support both daily living and lasting memories.
Residential Design
Specializing in residential projects, we transform homes into curated expressions of family legacy. Our approach combines formal education with practical experience to create spaces that evolve with clients' needs. From modern transitions to coastal elegance, each design maintains architectural integrity while enhancing livability through thoughtful spatial planning.
Bespoke Furnishings
We offer custom furnishings that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Our curated selections emphasize quality materials and timeless forms that withstand changing trends. Each piece is carefully chosen to complement architectural elements while adding unique character that reflects the homeowner's personal style.
Architectural Integration
Our architectural integration service ensures seamless collaboration between design and construction teams. We maintain design vision continuity throughout implementation phases, balancing creative aspirations with technical requirements. This approach preserves the integrity of original concepts while addressing practical considerations during execution.
Estate Renovations
We specialize in estate renovations that honor existing architectural character while modernizing functionality. Our process preserves historical elements while incorporating contemporary comforts. Each project maintains the dignity of original design through careful material selection and attention to detail, creating spaces that feel both timeless and current.
People
Marie Turner Carson
Co-Founder & Lead Designer
Marie holds a BA in Art History from USC and a Masters from Christies Education. She honed her skills at David Collins Studio in London before co-founding M Elle Design. Her expertise combines formal education with hands-on experience in luxury residential projects across Europe and the US.
Emily Turner Barker
Co-Founder & Business Director
Emily brings business strategy expertise from real estate and insurance industries. With a Princeton BA and LSE accounting certificate, she manages operations while maintaining design integrity. Her perspective ensures practical implementation of creative concepts, balancing artistic vision with technical execution.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Southern California including Pacific Palisades, Bel Air, Brentwood, Santa Monica, Newport Beach, and Montecito.
What design styles do you specialize in?
Our signature style blends classic-contemporary American design with West Coast casual elegance, incorporating European artisan techniques.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We create personalized spaces that reflect clients' stories through collaborative design processes that balance creative vision with practical needs.
What experience do your designers have?
Our founders combine formal education from top institutions with decades of hands-on experience in luxury residential design across the US and Europe.
Can you work with existing architectural elements?
Yes, we specialize in integrating new designs with existing architecture while maintaining historical integrity and enhancing functionality.
How do you ensure timeless design?
We focus on quality materials, balanced proportions, and curated details that withstand changing trends while adapting to evolving lifestyles.