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HOME DESIGN ANNSLEY INTERIORS Boston-based designer Annsley McAleer is known for her "optimistic" style of fresh colors and uses of pattern, a reflection of her Southern upbringing. Her interior work has been featured on HGTV and she was named by Domino magazine a top-10 "Designer on the Verge." 47 Chestnut St., 617-266- 1426; annsleyinteriors.com CATHERINE & MCCLURE INTERIORS The mother-daughter design team brings forth a "transitional" style that mixes modern and antique pieces for a truly unique space. Catherine & McClure's portfolio includes French-inspired interiors and a Spanish-influenced spa bathroom— sauna included. 1 Grove St., Wellesley, 617-227-0700; catherineandmcclure.com CEBULA DESIGN While designing rooms of "sublime" style and collaborative taste, Cebula Design, whose project locations range from Maine to the Caribbean, also aims to work resourcefully. The firm recycles all cardboard from shipping and many of the team members regularly volunteer for Habitat for Humanity. INSIDER TIP: Cebula is one of North America's top retailers for Tufenkian Carpets, the revered New York company for handmade area rugs. 18 Liberty St., Newburyport, 978-462- 6984; cebuladesign.com CHRISICOS INTERIORS "Professionalism, luxury, value, and outstanding customer service" is Chrisicos's design philosophy. Visitors can use the Chrisicos studio, located across from the Four Seasons Hotel Boston, as a "design lab" to test their interior taste—and browse the brand's one-of-a-kind Custom by Chrisicos upholstered goods. 20 Park Plz., 617-699-9462; chrisicosinteriors.com CYNTHIA DRISCOLL INTERIORS Focusing on high-end residential projects, Cynthia Driscoll designs for city, seaside, and country homes with innovative style. The charming Beacon Hill studio features British bust sculptures that greet you from the window. 70 Charles St., 617-367- 6770; cynthiadriscollinteriors.com DAHER INTERIOR DESIGN Daher has developed projects across every Boston neighborhood and specializes in upscale residential designs. Its portfolio includes everything from a Christmastime display for Neiman Marcus to beautiful libraries and sexy Back Bay apartments. 224 Clarendon St., 617-236-0355; daherinteriordesign.com DUFFY DESIGN GROUP Focusing on interior design and space planning, but also specializing in custom millwork, Duffy Design's projects have spanned from Boston to Florida, Puerto Rico, and beyond. The group recently renovated a Ritz-Carlton penthouse with high-rise elegance—and, on the other end of the design spectrum, a cozy Nantucket beach home. 11 Elkins St., 617-765- 8175; duffydesigngroup.com ERIC HAYDEL DESIGN Interior designer Eric Haydel believes in bringing historical relevance to contemporary living. The Louisiana native is the youngest-ever president of the New England Chapter of ASID, and his team's can-do attitude is both inspiring and assuring. The team's projects have included a "tween dreams" bedroom in North Andover, a timeless Brookline residence, and an American Federalist–inspired library/study space. One Design Center, Ste. 212, 617-562-6027; erichaydel.com EVOLVE RESIDENTIAL Residential design team Evolve starts each project with hyper-detailed illustrations of its concepts. The group also believes in giving back, and contributes to the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, which constructs close to 100 houses annually for those in need. INSIDER TIP: Visit the in-house retail shop, adjacent to Evolve's design studio, which features Parisian-chic home furnishings, accessories, and antiques. 89 W. Concord St., 617-424- 0003; evolveresidential.com FINELINES Finelines creates custom drapery, shade products, and bedding out of their 8,000-square-foot sewing workroom in Peabody. Past clients include the American Embassy in Paris, the Augusta National Golf Club, and residential projects in Osaka, Japan, and London, England. 77 Walnut St., Peabody, 978-977-7357; finelines.com GALERIE D'ORSAY Just steps away from the Boston Public Garden, this gallery of paintings and sculptures from the 16th to the 21st century is the perfect place to fill out your home art collection. The welcoming staff is exceedingly knowledgeable and presents a laid-back and friendly atmosphere. 33 Newbury St., 617-266-8001; galerie-dorsay.com GAUTHIER STACY This award-winning high-end interior design firm has renovated Nantucket summer retreats, NYC apartments, Wisconsin lake cottages, and Florida island homes. In commercial work, Gauthier Stacy's portfolio includes yacht clubs, the Trinity Place lobby, and the Edson Hill Inn in Vermont. INSIDER TIP: Bring in all of your inspirations. Gauthier Stacy's design team has been known to take cues from books and film in addition to real life. 112 Shawmut Ave., 617-422- 0001; gauthierstacy.com HARK + OSBORNE INTERIOR DESIGN Known for a keen sensibility, Hark + Osborne brings a timeless approach to its residential interiors and commercial projects—just have a look inside the wildly popular Aquitaine restaurant, which has bistro-goers flocking for the Left Bank glamour. 46 Waltham St., 617-504-1767; hpluso.com Elegant, eclectic, and comfortable are styles that interior designer Kathleen Hay aims to fold into all of her spaces. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANE BEILES PHOTOGRAPHY The SOURCE: SPACE BOSTONCOMMON-MAGAZINE.COM 109