Marric Interiors

Formative is truly the best. My wife and I recently bought our first home -- a loft-style apartment downtown. We wanted to take advantage of the high ceilings, and had the crazy idea of building a mezzanine loft inside our home, but needed a LOT of help figuring out what was possible, and what we could afford. We're so glad to have found Formative Architecture. Owen and Steve went above and beyond showing us multiple 3D renderings of ideas they came up with for our place. Their designs were exciting and imaginative. They helped us find the perfect contractors, worked within our budget, and helped manage the project until it was perfect. Their skills and knowledge, aesthetic sensibilities, and attention to detail are absolutely of the highest order. I can't say enough about this team. Attaching some before, progress, and after pictures of the project.

I decided it was time to redecorate my bedroom and thought I could do it myself, I was wrong. The redo had to include my three oversized Shabby Chic pillows, an accent color wall and an overall pulled together look. On the advice of a friend, I called Marilyn Brown for help, she came to my house, took one look and the ideas started to flow. Her creative style of working is relaxed, efficient, competent and outside the box. She has a cadre of artisans and vendors who act as the wind at her back. When the job was finished I was thrilled, so much so, we continued on to redo the living room. I had no idea how many fabric choices are available but again Marilyn helped me navigate my way through to selections that I love. Without hesitation, I would recommend Marilyn for any design job. Did I mention that she’s a lot of fun and knows her restaurants!

I have used Marilyn's design services several times in the past 15 years, which included choosing new paint colors for my newly occupied Condo (STILL enjoying colors 15 yrs. later), designing new furniture, refinishing old furniture, picking the perfect fabrics, and incorporating existing furniture and accessories into the new design. When approaching a new job, she always listens and takes into account my visions and needs in carrying out the final results. Marilyn has a fabulous eye for color, scale, and design. She is very passionate about her work and working with her clients, and she has years-long relationships with her many vendors. Marilyn is one designer who's first priority is to please her clients and make sure they get what they want.

Interviewed several designers, and found Marilyn through a neighbor. What really sold me was not only her design work, but her band of workers who she touted and trusted. I was not disappointed. Friends told me to add weeks to my ETA, prepare for workers not showing up when expected, undo mess, etc... Not my experience at all. My work was completed early, workers were friendly, respectful and reliable. Got a completely new kitchen, paint, redone staircase, and new family room cabinetry in 5 weeks. Marilyn was a fabulous quarterback for the team! House looks great, have already referred her to a friend. This was my first time working with a designer and I'm very glad that I chose Marilyn.

Marilyn Brown has been our designer for many years. Her work is unmatched. She pays strict attention to detail, the client’s needs for design and quality with the ability to integrate ones own treasured possessions with new items. Her trades people are prompt, professional and excellent craftsmen and in most cases, have been working with Marilyn for many years. The most recent design work she did for us was so successful that our home was featured in a local publication, “Life Styles”, in Central California. We have complete confidence in Marric Interior’s work for a pristine job done in a timely manner with exceptional attention to all aspects of design and complete satisfaction.