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Michael Maher

For over 25 years, Michael Maher has brought his distinctive vision to life, designing interiors that are both timeless and uniquely his own. Celebrated by Elle Décor for his “cool and inviting style,” Michael masterfully blends traditional elements with contemporary patterns and colors, creating spaces that are elegant, original and full of personality.

With a deep understanding of architectural details, Michael ensures each design feels cohesive, visually captivating and perfectly balanced. His rooms are meticulously curated, warm, liveable and designed to be enjoyed.

Michael’s work has been featured in many renowned publications including Elle Décor, House Beautiful, Coastal Living, New York Spaces and The New York Times, reflecting his reputation for redefining interior design with creativity and authenticity, never constrained by the rule book!

Collaboration

It all starts with a conversation.

Michael Maher’s design process starts by sitting down with clients to DISCUSS ideas, spark creativity and set a clear vision and goal. Michael’s approach to interior design is holistic, seamlessly blending timeless craftsmanship with modern materials.

Michael remains an active participant throughout the entire creative journey, guiding the process as a key figure in the design and build, collaborating closely with architects, craftsmen, engineers and tradesmen. Every interior is meticulously crafted, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and desires, turning their vision into a reality.

What sets Michael apart is his commitment to being part of the creative journey with the client – transforming their aspirations into spaces that exceed expectations. His greatest joy is witnessing the tears of joy from clients who have pushed boundaries and trusted his vision and integrity. With Michael, clients are not just getting a home – they’re embarking on a journey to create a space that’s uniquely theirs, beyond their wildest dreams.

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Testimonials

Client - Tim Gosling, UK

Working with Michael is one of those rare treats...

To have a mind that truly understands historic styles and the vision to make a home a home, at the same time as being confident to mix things up so it becomes unique to the client. It’s wonderful designing and creating with him.

Client - Montclair, NJ

He’s a high-end designer with a low key approach which is exactly what I want.

He has impeccable taste and resources. I felt confident in everything we selected (lighting, fixtures, carpenters for custom pieces, i.e. office desks). When we started the project in my 70+year old house, I told him I have enough space, just wanted to make better use of it. He gave me such good solutions without changing too much of the “bones” of the house, which is what we wanted.

Client - Bernardsville, NJ

He respects the budget and thinks creatively about how to use what we already have.

I started working with Michael 15 years ago. He has helped us redecorate all the major rooms in our house and over the years he willing steps in for much smaller assignments as well.

In every case, without exception, he is a delight to work with, has great ideas, and is extremely organized. He respects the budget and thinks creatively about how to use what we already have. I wouldn’t consider working with anyone else. I keep in touch with Michael and am constantly impressed by the new work he has done.

Client - Quogue, NY & NYC

Michael took the time to get to know our personal style and then he expertly guided us to fulfill our vision.

This apartment was the third project we worked on with Michael Maher. The first was a different apt in 2002, followed by our beach house in 2004.

While we no longer own the first apt, we still love everything in our house and our current apartment. Michael took the time to get to know our personal style and then he expertly guided us to fulfill our vision. His taste is impeccable and his use of color, fabric and along with the selection of the perfect accessories/special pieces (and a few great surprises) created the just the right feeling for each of our homes.

His creative eye was invaluable in the design/renovation/construction process and he was most helpful in working with our GC and architects. He is extremely professional, very respectful of project budgets, has terrific resources, and is also a lovely and warm person. We recommend him most highly and more importantly would work with him again.

Client - Ridgewood, NJ & Bay Head, NJ

His finished product never feels “decorated”; it almost feels curated.

I met Michael Maher at a show house in Montclair, NJ where I fell in love with the room he designed. I hired him to decorate my primary residence in Northern NJ, and after that to decorate my beach house in Southern NJ.

I also referred him to many other friends who thank me to this day.

Michael brings so much talent, creativity and enthusiasm to the table. He has fantastic taste that can be both modern and traditional…and both at the same time if desired. He is honest, thoughtful and a pleasure to work with in every way. His choice of fabrics is magical! And he resources both antiques and new furnishings and accessories. His finished product never feels “decorated”; it almost feels curated. As if he read your mind, your history and your dreams and wove them into the rooms you call home. He is a treasure!!

Client - Montclair, NJ & NYC

His choices are unexpected and interesting, but never eccentric and always beautiful.

Michael Maher has worked with us on several projects in our architecturally traditional New Jersey home and, most recently, in our TriBeCa loft.

Although the projects were all very different, Michael’s ability to understand our vision for each place was remarkable. He immediately perceived what we wanted and then, with wonderful efficiency, helped us realize a beautifully elaborated and improved version of our idea.

He is simply a genius with color and fabric. His choices are unexpected and interesting but never eccentric and always beautiful. Michael and his staff are very responsive and professional. He met our deadlines and was very effective in dealing with the occasional problem with a vendor. Finally, in addition to giving us wonderful results, Michael was a lot of fun to work with, making the potentially stressful process of renovating and decorating a pleasure.

Client - Glen Rock, NJ

Michael was wonderful to work with. He was also completely willing to work within a budget.

I worked with Michael Maher on a whole home renovation that was about a 1 1/2 year project. He did the interior design for all the rooms including furniture, window treatments, rugs, and wall color.

He also worked on the selection and layout of tile for 5 1/2 bathrooms and the kitchen. Michael was wonderful to work with. He was very professional. He was always respectful and responsive. He was also completely willing to work within a budget.

Testimonials

Client - Tim Gosling, UK

Working with Michael is one of those rare treats...

Client - Montclair, NJ

He’s a high-end designer with a low key approach which is exactly what I want.

Client - Bernardsville, NJ

He respects the budget and thinks creatively about how to use what we already have.

I started working with Michael 15 years ago. He has helped us redecorate all the major rooms in our house and over the years he willing steps in for much smaller assignments as well.

Client - Quogue, NY & NYC

Michael took the time to get to know our personal style and then he expertly guided us to fulfill our vision.

This apartment was the third project we worked on with Michael Maher. The first was a different apt in 2002, followed by our beach house in 2004.

Client - Ridgewood, NJ & Bay Head, NJ

His finished product never feels “decorated”; it almost feels curated.

I also referred him to many other friends who thank me to this day.

Client - Montclair, NJ & NYC

His choices are unexpected and interesting, but never eccentric and always beautiful.

Michael Maher has worked with us on several projects in our architecturally traditional New Jersey home and, most recently, in our TriBeCa loft.

Client - Glen Rock, NJ

Michael was wonderful to work with. He was also completely willing to work within a budget.

I worked with Michael Maher on a whole home renovation that was about a 1 1/2 year project. He did the interior design for all the rooms including furniture, window treatments, rugs, and wall color.

About

Michael Maher

Collaboration

Testimonials

Client - Tim Gosling, UK

Client - Montclair, NJ

Client - Bernardsville, NJ

Client - Quogue, NY & NYC

Client - Ridgewood, NJ & Bay Head, NJ

Client - Montclair, NJ & NYC

Client - Glen Rock, NJ

Testimonials

Client - Tim Gosling, UK

Client - Montclair, NJ

Client - Bernardsville, NJ

Client - Quogue, NY & NYC

Client - Ridgewood, NJ & Bay Head, NJ

Client - Montclair, NJ & NYC

Client - Glen Rock, NJ

Press

New England Home

House Beautiful

Country Living

House Beautiful