Marie Meko
Senior Interior Designer
Summer Kitchen
Welcome to a room with a view… a destination for daily family gatherings that have taken place over generations. The family outgrew the previous structure creating the need to rebuild on the existing site. Marie Meko’s involvement, from concept to completion, was to create an airy pavilion designed for summer living.
About the result:
Entering from the lakeshore, one is greeted by a charming Mediterranean ambiance created through the use of color and materials. The azure blues, sunny yellows and warm reds create an inviting feeling and set the backdrop for the owner’s cherished collections. As a summer kitchen, it celebrates the proximity of the lake while reinforcing the European design of the main house with the use of reclaimed woods, copper and hewn stone. The floor plan has multiple seating areas to accommodate both intimate gatherings as well as expansive entertaining.
Certifications
- Allied Member ASID
Awards
- MN ASID First Place 2015 Singular Residential Living Space
- MN ASID First Place 2014 Special Function Room
- MN ASID First Place 2014 Design is in the Details
- MN ASID Merit Award 2014 Residential - Special Purpose Room
- MN ASID First Place 2009 Special Function Room
- MN ASID Judge's Favorite 2009 Kitchen
"I believe in interpreting classic traditions for contemporary living. An exceptional life deserves an exceptional home."
As an award winning interior designer, Marie’s philosophy is an elegantly curated home, where you can live, enjoy, and entertain.
Marie's years of experience in extraordinary interior design with a classic European flair have resulted in her work being featured in the recently published books, Spectacular Homes of Minnesota and Palm Beach Architecture, as well as LuxDesign Magazine, Traditional Home, Lake Home, Midwest Home Magazine and Renovation Style. Her work has also been televised on HGTV's Room For A Change.
After spending a decade in Santa Monica working for a home builder, Marie returned to Minnesota, but travels regularly to furniture and fabric trade shows in Paris, London and Argentina, always seeking the best and most distinctive options for her clients.
Marie's reputation for working on exclusive and historic properties has led to unique projects including a world-class yacht and a personal aircraft as well as a hotel and winery in Croatia.
She understands that the collaboration between architect, designer and client ensures a successful project.