“[The Ginkgo Garden] is a little jewel box with a consistent vibe, fueled by a common thread of color that ties every aspect of the space together.”
—Bobby Berk • Apartment Therapy Small/Cool 2023 Contest Judge • Queer Eye Host, Interior Designer, & Published Author
“Madelaine was fantastic! She came to the preliminary design review with a surprise (I don’t want to give it away) which made our conversation about the needed changes so relaxed and easy! If you’re thinking of working with her, don’t hesitate; she’s one in a million!”
—Bailey B. • Riverdale, NY
“Madelaine did a fantastic job designing our guest bedroom/home office. It’s completely unrecognizable—in the best possible way! We love the bold jungle print curtains, geometric wallpaper, custom millwork, and cozy furniture. Our living room couch was too small for the space and not very durable. So, she helped us find the perfect one, in addition to updating the rest of the furniture and lighting to match.
In any project, something is bound to go wrong. When the couch couldn’t fit through the door of our apartment, Madelaine sprang into action and had it professionally disassembled and put back together as quickly as possible. She’s professional, innovative, and easy to work with. Madelaine listened to what we wanted and gave us more than we ever could have imagined!”
—Armen B. • Upper East Side, NYC
“One of the first things that drew me to Madelaine, which is abundantly clear from her diverse portfolio, is that she never imposes her personal style on her clients. She went above and beyond to deliver exactly what I wanted and needed—even if I didn’t quite know what that was at the beginning—and customize everything for my specific style and preferences.
Her detailed process, from the initial questionnaire to the incredibly realistic illustrations, was fun, personal, and collaborative. She even surprised me with a field trip to a fine art gallery where I fell in love with several emerging artists from all over the world who I never would have known about without her! My ‘Urban Jungle’ in New York City is colorful, sophisticated, and infused with touches of art deco glamour. I love the new layout, creative storage solutions, and elegant accents, and I never could have done this renovation without Madelaine!”
—Natasha T. • Upper East Side, NYC
“Madelaine is a force of nature whose brilliance, passion, care, and vigilance all combine to make a designer superhero who makes everyone around her better. She and her team are wonderful collaborators who bend over backwards for their clients and deliver not just renovations but transformations with a smile. I highly recommend ADROIT for your next project.”
—Kurt H. • Upper West Side, NYC
“We had a great time working with Madelaine for our new house. We consulted entirely remotely from Sweden and Madelaine gave us several creative design suggestions for our difficult-to-work-with rooms. She worked with us closely to understand our needs, and her designs were comprehensive and thoughtful. We had a delightful experience and would highly recommend her!”
—Peng W. • Vasterhaninge, Sweden
“Madelaine is an absolute expert in making the most of small spaces. While I was primarily at my LA home, she designed and managed the renovation of my Midtown Manhattan pied-à-terre.
Madelaine is vivacious, intuitive, and a delight to work with. Her discovery process was a lot of fun and ensured that she really understood my style and needs. My bedroom closet was a disaster and she designed an innovative transformation by moving my clothing to new custom wardrobes, converting the offending closet to an elegant dressing room, and replacing my basic radiator covers with a fabulous upholstered window seat. She introduced me to a local artist who we commissioned to capture my essence in a large abstract oil painting that now hangs over my bed.
As an environmental attorney, sustainability is extremely important to me. I appreciate the clever ways Madelaine found to reuse and update existing pieces, in addition to sourcing new fabrics and furnishings from responsible vendors. Madelaine took care of every detail of the project’s execution. Her commitment to client service is truly impressive, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for bespoke design and comprehensive project management services.”
—Mary N. • Midtown East, NYC
“When you live in New York City, it is essential for your home to be a peaceful sanctuary. But that can be really tricky in a small and quirky space. Enter Madelaine, who is an absolute magician!
My wish list included a complete bedroom, living room, home office, dining area, and entry storage…all in a less than 300-square-foot studio, with a very specific aesthetic and color palette. Madelaine delivered more than I ever could have imagined! My home is feminine, classy, and cozy, swathed in sumptuous neutral fabrics, complemented by gold, rose, and ocean blue accents that connect to my South Florida roots. My friends and building staff are blown away and can’t believe it’s the same apartment. It looks straight out of a magazine!
The icing on the cake is that Madelaine is so approachable and warm. She took the time to really get to know me, how I wanted to live, and what I wanted to feel. Her design process was fun and collaborative, and the gorgeous illustrations she provided gave me complete confidence in the end result. I couldn’t be happier with my new home and recommend her wholeheartedly!”
—Melissa W. • Upper East Side, NYC
“Madelaine Mayer has a keen understanding of how things need to work to be efficient in your apartment or home. She is talented, professional, and has terrific follow-through. She ‘gets it.’ She listens and is solutions-oriented. I highly recommend her.”
—Beth L. • Upper East SIde, NYC
“Madelaine is incredible! Talking to her was so helpful and clarifying. She was able to reimagine our apartment in a way that made use of everything we already had while totally transforming the look and feel of the space. She made the whole experience so accessible and fun.”
—Maya F. • Upper East Side, NYC
“I recently started a new chapter in my life, which included moving into an apartment with beautiful views of the Hudson River. I wanted my new home to connect to both the landscape and the person I had become, creating a comfortable, colorful, and joyful space for me and my friends and family. Madelaine asked thoughtful and personal questions about my likes, values, and interests, and she helped me consider possibilities I would never have imagined on my own. The bright teal built-ins and the amazing dining table that sits on top of a unique, asymmetrical rug are perfect examples of her creative vision. Madelaine is so clever, warm, and enthusiastic. She has a gift for empowering women through design, and I cannot recommend her highly enough!”
—Caitlin G. • Hastings-on-Hudson, NY
“What a difference Madelaine has made to my apartment and quality of life! For more than a decade, I lived in a tightly packed studio apartment on the Upper East Side and I now also work full-time from there. My large furniture, which came from my previous house, made it feel even smaller. Madelaine was amazing to work with, and I benefited from her experience as both an interior designer and architect. She really listened to what I wanted and needed to make my place work for me.
Madelaine is delightful and incredibly patient. For the first time, I’m happily living in a sophisticated apartment that brings me a lot of joy. I highly recommend her to anyone who is ready for a change!”
—Lee M. • Upper East Side, NYC
“Updating a decades-old kitchen in a small East Village co-op apartment is no easy task (especially in 2020 and 2021) but Madelaine guided us through it with ease. She did a great job sending us design ideas and concepts we hadn’t thought about, listening to what we liked or didn’t from those ideas, and laying everything out digitally so we could see how it would look. She was patient, enthusiastic, and was a great sounding board for us when it came to choosing a contractor and other specialists along the way. We would absolutely work with her again on any future projects!”
—Kim P. • East Village, NYC
“Working with Madelaine on my studio apartment was a great experience. I wanted separate living and sleeping areas with mid-century styling that could also host the occasional cocktail party and comfortably accommodate a guest for the weekend, and ADROIT was able to make all of that happen. The process was collaborative and fun, the interaction was responsive and personal, and the scope of the service could be tailored to meet my needs. ADROIT made my modest project a first-class experience.”
—Rigo V. • Upper East Side, NYC
“Madelaine is an amazing designer who can take your smallest inspiration and make it a reality.. Her advice is beyond phenomenal—you will be so lucky to work with her.”
—Kathy C. • Upper East Side, NYC
“Madelaine is amazing! She has a wonderful mind for design and the power to transform your apartment from the kind of home you dream about to the dream home you come home to. It’s not possible to recommend her enough!”
—Patrick M. • Upper East Side, NYC
“Madelaine’s work with us was excellent and I’d be excited to partner with her again in the future. We were impressed with her professionalism and would be happy to recommend her to others seeking design support.”
—Amy A. • Ditmas Park, Brooklyn
“We recently moved into a new apartment with an unusual living room floor plan. Madelaine was really helpful in providing practical solutions to help us address our issues regarding furniture and art placement and creative storage. We never would have come up with her ideas ourselves, and she helped us think about hour home differently.”
—Weng Yee C. – Upper East Side, NYC