Founded by Gabriela Gargano in 2016, GRISORO studio is a full-service interior design firm offering services ranging from interior furnishings and art consultation to full-scale renovations and new builds. The firm’s aesthetic is founded on a contemporary approach to timeless design. By referencing the past, and reflecting on the present and future, the studio creates elegant, livable interiors that feel fresh today, but endure, and can organically evolve over time.
At present, the studio is working on a diverse assortment of projects including homes in Sag Harbor, the Upper East Side, Greenwich Village, Brattleboro VT, Southport CT, and Mattituck NY, as well as a luxury medical office in Rockefeller Center.
OUR APPROACH
Thoughtfulness and intention are paramount to our work. Starting with the initial layout to the final details, each element is considered from a holistic perspective, examining the role it plays aesthetically and functionally in the room, the greater narrative of the project, and the client’s lifestyle.
With each project, we view every space as a high-level dialogue amongst the components. Much like a good dinner party, the most memorable evenings are filled with a diverse and dynamic group of people. We see good design in the same light. The most harmonious spaces are ones that reflect different histories and styles and bring them together to create depth and visual interest.
Our introductory consultation seeks to understand each person’s perspective, preferences, and goals. Additionally, we learn about the site and structure in order to respect its history and preserve a sense of place. This foundation allows us to design thoughtfully and sequentially through each phase. Similarly, we take great care with each component we select as we move through the design process. Whether that is in creating bespoke pieces, restoring antique ones, selecting construction finishes, or collaborating with artisans and makers. Throughout the design process, we believe maintaining open communication with our clients and counterparties, and a solution-oriented mindset, is paramount to a joyful and successful experience. Ultimately, it is this ethos and approach that allows us to create a vision alongside of our clients and deliver a deeply authentic design.
