Business Details
37 Years
experience
Award-Winning Interior Design for Luxury Homes & Commercial Spaces
Headquartered in the Bay Area, Macfee Design (CMID) is an award-winning, full-service interior design studio with over three decades of expertise. Founded in 1989, our firm specializes in curating high-end residential, retreat, hospitality, and boutique commercial projects across California, Lake Tahoe, the Hamptons, and beyond. With 50 years of combined experience, principals Catherine and Justine Macfee lead a team known for timeless, soulful interiors that elevate everyday living.Our work has earned prestigious accolades, including Luxe Gold List and Mountain Living Home of the Year awards, and weve participated in renowned showhouses like Traditional Home Napa Valley Showcase. Backed by memberships in ASID, NKBA, and the National Design Leadership Network, we combine global inspiration with meticulous attention to detail, delivering legacy spaces that reflect each clients unique lifestyle.
Services
High-End Residential Design
Boutique Commercial Projects
Hospitality Interior Design
Custom Furniture Development
Project Management
International Buying Trips
Retail Design
Luxury Retreats
Product Licensing
Showhouse Participation
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ combined years of experience in luxury interior design.
- Our team has completed 350+ high-end residential and commercial projects nationwide.
- We combine global inspiration with meticulous attention to detail.
- Our work has earned Luxe Gold List and Mountain Living Home of the Year awards.
- We participate in prestigious showhouses like Traditional Home Napa Valley Showcase.
Services
High-End Residential Design
Crafting bespoke interiors for luxury residences, blending timeless elegance with modern functionality. Our approach combines global inspiration, custom furniture, and curated artistry to create spaces that reflect each clients unique lifestyle and heritage.
Boutique Commercial Projects
Designing distinctive commercial spaces that balance aesthetics and practicality. We focus on creating environments that enhance brand identity and customer experience through tailored layouts, materials, and lighting solutions for select boutique clients.
Hospitality Interior Design
Elevating hospitality venues with immersive, guest-centric designs. From luxury hotels to retreats, we craft spaces that merge comfort, style, and functionality, ensuring memorable experiences while meeting operational needs for owners and operators.
Custom Furniture Development
Creating unique, high-quality furniture pieces tailored to client needs. Our process includes international sourcing, material selection, and collaboration with artisans to produce one-of-a-kind items that enhance interior aesthetics and functionality.
Project Management
Overseeing every project phase from concept to installation, ensuring seamless communication and organization. Our team handles purchasing, expediting, and installation, maintaining clear timelines and budgets to deliver turn-key results for residential and commercial clients.
People
Catherine Macfee
Founder & Principal
With over 35 years of experience, Catherine Macfee founded the award-winning studio in 1989. A leader in luxury interior design, she combines business acumen with creative vision to craft timeless spaces for high-end residential and commercial clients.
Justine Macfee
Principal
Joining the firm in 2009, Justine Macfee became a principal in 2013. She brings decades of design expertise, focusing on intuitive, detail-oriented solutions. Her work has earned features in Mountain Living Magazine and participation in top industry showhouses.
Questions
What services does Catherine Macfee Interior Design offer?
We specialize in high-end residential, hospitality, and boutique commercial interior design, including custom furniture development, project management, and product licensing.
Where does CMID operate?
We serve clients across California, Lake Tahoe, the Hamptons, and select national locations like Portland and Nevada.
What makes CMID unique?
Our 50+ years of combined experience, award-winning portfolio, and global design approach create timeless, soulful interiors tailored to each client’s lifestyle.
Has CMID received industry recognition?
Yes, we’ve earned Luxe Gold List, Mountain Living Home of the Year awards, and participated in top showhouses like Traditional Home Napa Valley Showcase.