I was in the gay bar business until I left Connecticut in 1984. When we moved to Sarasota, I made a vow to get into interior design and got a job at The Wallpaper Store. It seemed like every wealthy woman in Sarasota bought wallpaper there — and then it all just happened. I was in the right place, with the right people, at the right time. Plus, I PAID attention to what was presented to me and ran with it.
What I love most about what I do is how I am able to HELP our designers by giving them advice and guidance with their careers so that they can be all the want to be (and more). I PUSH them to realize the potential they may not see in themselves. More than anything else, I am a teacher, and LOVE that role. Being an interior designer on top of that is just a bonus!
about mark
Bristol, Connecticut. I moved to Sarasota in 1984.
An Architect. I was drawing house plans at 13 years old.
But, under the right circumstances, I can sing like Sinatra. 😉
MORALS, VALUES, along with some human decency.
Washing and doing the dishes!
chic on the cheap's instagram
@chicteamjill is behind the camera again ! 👏👏🖤✨Project photos and a video tour for her Shade Avenue project are coming soon. 🙌 #sarasota #sarasota_florida #sarasotadesigner #interiordesign #interiorsdesigner
The Oaks Penthouse | Powder Bath ✨
We love this slightly moody and exceptionally elegant space @chic.team.kim designed. 👏👏👏
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Wow - what a transformation! 👏🤍✨
Before the space looked closed off and dated (see last photo), but @chic.team.cristi opened it up to create a spacious, contemporary, and functional new kitchen that is perfect for the homeowners. Nice work, Cristi!
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#BTS Coffee with Jill and Matt of @alpinesteakhouse . New video series coming soon! 🙌
Primary Suite | The Oaks Penthouse. 🤍✨
Peep Kim’s client’s adorable pup🐾
This space truly embodies calm sophistication, with its neutral palette, luxe finishes and show stopping view. 🤩
Designer: @chic.team.kim
Details from our Bent Tree Kitchen project: from the white oak floating shelves that add an airy touch, to the concealed coffee station that keeps clutter at bay. The result? A beautiful and highly functional space. Link in profile for a full tour of this stunning project!
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Jill’s Bent Tree Kitchen Tour is LIVE on our YouTube channel. Click the link in our profile to watch. 🎥
#kitchenrenovation #familykitchen #kitchendesign #sarasota #sarasotaflorida #sarasotainteriordesign #sarasotadesigner
Sophisticated Coastal guest room, designed by @chic.team.kim 💙💚🤍
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