Noelle Interiors

Above Khor Gracie, Noelle Isbell & Manuela Green

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Describe the featured project.  

Our project, Manhattan Modern, is a beachside home for a couple with young adult children. The home was originally designed to sell as a spec build, so our inspiration was to remodel finishes and fill it with bespoke furnishings tailored to this lovely family. Situated steps from the ocean and a short walk into town, the home had cold, modern architecture and interiors, inspiring us to bring in softness and warmth.

Our intention was to create a design outside the norm. Instead of beachy hues of blue, we chose warm greens, terra-cotta, ivory and contrasting splashes of black. The existing hardware was silver, so we introduced warm gold and satin brass. We created one-of-a-kind artistic furniture pieces resembling abstract sculptures through the use of unconventional materials. 

We designed the kitchen with an adjoining media room and north-facing deck, while the living room shares the same space with the dining area and connects to the south-facing deck that gets bathed in beautiful morning sunlight. The master bedroom, also south-facing, is complete with a fireplace and a large deck featuring a double chaise lounge and a table set for two.

Throughout the different spaces are exotic burlwoods, hand-troweled plaster, natural travertines and marble, high-gloss lacquer and grass-weave caning. The entry level spills out to the walk street and has a water feature and firepit, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere, perfectly suited for the family to enjoy their time at their beach home.

Tell us about your business.  

Noelle Interiors is a premier design firm known for building homes and designing restaurants in the South Bay and beyond. We pride ourselves on creating masterpiece projects and building lasting relationships with clients. We extend our wealth of resources to provide a seamless process, turning dreams into reality. Our mission is to craft designs of unparalleled beauty that exceed unique style preferences, ensuring a perfect fusion of luxury and artistic vision.

What interior design trends are you appreciating in 2024?  

Interior design trends are evolving toward sustainability, biophilic design, multifunctional spaces, artisanal craftsmanship, minimalist warmth and smart home technology. At our showroom, clients experience these trends firsthand with our locally made custom furnishings, artisan plaster walls, natural indoor trees, and smart systems for music and lighting. These elements showcase how spaces can be both stylish and eco-conscious, adaptable to modern living needs.

Photographed by Shane O’Donnell