Interior designer in Naples, FL
A home in Naples should feel composed enough for entertaining and relaxed enough for the rhythms that make Southwest Florida appealing in the first place. Marshall Erb Design creates residential interiors for custom homes, substantial renovations, condominiums and seasonal residences, bringing together architecture, furnishings, lighting, art and custom details in one coherent design. Our work is personal rather than formulaic, with every decision shaped by the property, the way you live and the atmosphere you want to return to.
Residential interior by Marshall Erb Design
A Florida home should feel effortless, not anonymous
Naples interiors live in a particular kind of light. Rooms often open toward terraces, pools, gardens or Gulf views, and the strongest designs allow that brightness to influence the palette without turning the home into a predictable version of coastal style. We look for materials, colors and forms that feel appropriate to the setting while still reflecting the people who own the home.
The residential fabric of Naples is varied, from established houses in Old Naples, the Moorings and Aqualane Shores to waterfront homes in Port Royal, residences in Park Shore and condominiums along Gulf Shore Boulevard. Each type of property brings different questions about scale, views, circulation, storage and entertaining. Our role is to understand those conditions early and develop an interior that belongs to the architecture rather than sitting on top of it.
Homes shaped by place, light and the people who live there
Our portfolio spans very different climates, building types and ways of living. What carries from one project to the next is not a repeated aesthetic, but a disciplined approach to proportion, material, comfort and personal expression. For a Naples client, these projects show how the same design practice can respond to a warm weather residence or a refined contemporary interior without making either one feel generic.
Light, natural material and easy movement between gathering spaces
Mauka Makai and Elegant Transitional illustrate two very different approaches to luxury residential design. One responds to a relaxed coastal setting through natural materials and an easy relationship with the outdoors, while the other brings classical balance and tailored detail into a more refined interior. Together, they show how the design direction can respond to the architecture, setting and preferences of the homeowner rather than following a single studio formula.
Classic details with a lighter, relaxed feel.
Elegant Transitional brings traditional proportions and refined detailing into a lighter, more relaxed interior. Tailored furnishings, layered textures and carefully selected finishes create rooms that feel polished without becoming overly formal. The project shows how classic design principles can be interpreted for contemporary living, making it a particularly relevant reference for Naples homeowners who want elegance, comfort and a home that feels collected over time.
Full service interior design for Naples homes
Luxury residential design is most successful when the architecture, fixed finishes and furnishings are planned as parts of the same home. We work across that full range, allowing a kitchen layout, lighting plan, custom cabinet or furniture selection to be considered in relation to what is happening around it. The scope can begin with a new set of architectural plans or with an existing Naples residence that needs a more complete point of view.
New construction and architectural coordination
New construction gives the interior designer an opportunity to influence decisions before they become expensive to change. We collaborate with architects and builders on room relationships, furniture planning, cabinetry, lighting, plumbing selections and finish transitions so that the interior is resolved alongside the building. In Naples, that early coordination is particularly valuable when outdoor living areas, large openings and view corridors are central to the plan.
Whole home renovations and reconfiguration
An existing residence may have generous rooms and a desirable location while still falling short of the way you want to live. We evaluate circulation, storage, kitchens, baths, lighting and the relationship between interior and exterior spaces before deciding what deserves to remain and what should change. The goal is not simply to make the house newer, but to make it more coherent, useful and personal.
Kitchens, baths, millwork and lighting
The most frequently used rooms reward detailed planning. Cabinet proportions, appliance placement, plumbing fixtures, task lighting and material junctions all affect how a kitchen or bath works every day. Custom millwork can extend that logic into libraries, bars, media rooms and storage, giving the home practical infrastructure that also supports its visual character.
Furnishings, art and final installation
Furniture, textiles and art turn finished architecture into a home. We consider how each room will be used, how many people it should comfortably hold, what clients already own and where custom pieces would solve a specific need. From upholstery and rugs to art placement and accessories, the final layer is composed to feel collected rather than staged.
A Naples home that is ready when you arrive
A seasonal residence has to work a little differently from a primary home. It may sit quiet for part of the year, then become the center of family visits, dinners and houseguests when you return. We design with that rhythm in mind, balancing comfort and durability with the pleasure of arriving to a home that feels finished, familiar and easy to use from the first evening back.
Materials chosen for Florida light and daily use
Strong natural light can make color, sheen and texture behave very differently across the day. We study those conditions when selecting flooring, upholstery, window treatments and finishes, while also considering maintenance and how the home will be used when doors are open and people move between interior and exterior rooms.
Indoor and outdoor rooms that belong together
In Naples, terraces, lanais, pools and gardens often function as extensions of the living space. Interior furniture plans, sightlines, materials and lighting should acknowledge those rooms rather than stop at the glass. A consistent design language can connect them while still allowing exterior spaces to perform differently.
Project coordination when you live elsewhere
Many Florida homeowners are managing a property while spending part of the year in another city. Clear documentation, organized selections and close communication with the architect, builder and trades become especially important. Our experience with residential projects in multiple locations allows the design process to keep moving even when the client is not on site every week.
A home planned for guests and extended stays
A Naples residence may need to shift easily from two people to a full house. Guest suites, dining capacity, flexible seating, storage and outdoor gathering areas are considered as part of the larger plan. The result should accommodate company gracefully without making the home feel oversized or formal when life is quieter.
Marshall Erb · Principal & Lead Interior Designer
A design practice built for complex residential work
Marshall Erb founded the firm in 1998 after earning a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the Illinois Institute of Technology. That architectural training remains central to the way the studio works. We think about the interior as part of a building, which means considering structure, circulation, cabinetry, lighting, systems and furniture together instead of treating decoration as a separate phase.
That approach is especially useful on a Naples new build or major renovation where the project may involve an architect, builder, landscape team, specialty fabricators and technology consultants. Marshall Erb Design can participate early, helping the interior requirements become part of the broader project conversation and reducing the number of decisions that have to be revisited later.
The firm works with clients in Illinois, Florida and other locations, and our portfolio ranges from detailed urban residences to expansive vacation homes. The common thread is close attention to the client. A Naples project should look like the people who live there, not like a showroom or a prescribed version of Florida luxury.
Interior design services throughout Naples and Southwest Florida
Interior design throughout Naples and the Gulf Coast
Marshall Erb Design provides interior design services in Naples and throughout Southwest Florida, including Estero, Sanibel, Marco Island, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers and Cape Coral. This regional reach is useful for clients with primary homes, seasonal residences or multiple properties along the Gulf Coast.
Each community has a different residential character, from island homes and waterfront properties to golf community residences, urban condominiums and larger single family homes. We approach each location on its own terms while maintaining the same level of architectural thinking, project organization and attention to furnishings that defines the studio’s work.
Planning an interior design project in Naples, Florida
A successful project starts with a clear picture of the property, the scope and how you expect to use the home. You do not need to have every finish selected before getting in touch. Floor plans, photographs, timing, the project address and a sense of what is not working today are enough to begin a useful conversation.
Do you design new homes and major renovations in Naples?
Yes. Marshall Erb Design works on new construction, substantial renovations and full residential interiors. For projects involving architectural changes, it is useful to begin while plans are still being developed so furniture layouts, cabinetry, lighting, finish selections and interior requirements can be coordinated with the architect and builder.
Can you design a condominium or seasonal residence in Naples?
Yes. A condominium or second home often has a different set of priorities than a primary residence, including storage, guest accommodations, turnkey installation and ease of maintenance. We can develop the interior from space planning and fixed finishes through furnishings, art and final installation.
Can you manage the design process if we live outside Florida for part of the year?
Yes. Many residential projects involve clients who are not on site full time. The process depends on clear selections, documented decisions, regular communication and coordination with the local project team. Our experience working across multiple cities makes that kind of organization a normal part of the design process rather than an exception.
Will you work with the architect and builder we already selected?
Yes. Marshall Erb Design regularly collaborates with architects, general contractors, custom fabricators and specialty consultants. Bringing the interior designer into the conversation early can help align room planning, millwork, lighting, finishes and furniture with the broader construction schedule.
Do you provide commercial interior design in Naples?
Marshall Erb Design works in both residential and commercial interior design. For Naples businesses, the appropriate scope depends on the property and the type of space. Professional offices and other client facing environments can benefit from the same attention to circulation, lighting, material, furniture and identity that informs our residential work.
What areas around Naples do you serve?
In addition to Naples, Marshall Erb Design serves clients across Southwest Florida, including Estero, Sanibel, Marco Island, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers and Cape Coral. Tell us the project address when you inquire so we can discuss the property and scope in context.
Tell us what you are planning in Naples
Whether you are building a new residence, renovating a home you already know well or preparing a seasonal property for the years ahead, we would like to understand what you want the project to accomplish. Share the address, current plans or photographs, the anticipated scope and your timing. That gives us a practical starting point for discussing how Marshall Erb Design can contribute to the home.
