Ivory & Bone Interiors — Local services in Newburyport

Ivory & Bone - "The Chickens" who collaborated in the design of my townhouse

I’m enormously impressed with the interior design group “Ivory & Bone,” affectionately known as "The Chickens" because of their youthful exuberance and undeniable talent. Katie Goodrich, the owner, assigned Ellis Conforti, as the lead designer, who was the driving force behind the transformation of my townhouse, and the entire experience has been nothing short of exceptional. From our very first meeting, it was clear that Ivory & Bone was more than just a design team; they were visionaries who were eager to bring my unique personality and world travel experiences to life within my living space. Katie, Ellis, and Emma Greco took the time to truly understand my tastes, preferences, and the eclectic mix of items I had collected from French antiques to an African leopard, zebra rug, masks and zulu shields. The design process was a collaborative and exciting journey. Ivory & Bone's ability to seamlessly blend traditional and modern aesthetics created a space that is both comfortable and visually stunning. Every piece of furniture was handpicked to complement my existing belongings, resulting in a cohesive and harmonious design that told the story of my life and adventures. What truly sets Ivory & Bone apart is their attention to detail and their commitment to making their clients' dreams a reality. Ellis was a pleasure to work with, and her enthusiasm and dedication to the project were evident at every step. She not only listened to my ideas but also brought the whole teams innovative suggestions to the table, elevating the design to new heights. The end result was nothing short of magical. My townhouse now feels like an extension of myself, a reflection of my personality and the countries that I've been fortunate to visit. Thanks to Ivory & Bone, my home is not just a place to live but a work of art that tells my story to everyone who visits. I wholeheartedly recommend Ivory & Bone to anyone seeking an interior design team that is not only incredibly talented but also genuinely passionate about their craft. If you want a space that transcends mere aesthetics and truly represents who you are, there's no better choice than Ivory & Bone, the group of young, talented ladies who've earned their nickname, "The Chickens," with their fresh and innovative approach to interior design. Thank you, Katie, Ellis and Emma for making my townhouse a place I'm proud to call...

We've had an excellent experience with Ivory & Bone! Initially we were concerned that they may not be a good fit because we love color and stylized design and most of their portfolio online features a neutral palette in mid-century modern, but it turns out they do bold colors and elaborate design incredibly well, they just don't have many requests for it. We have elements of Gothic, Baroque, Rococo, Art Nouveau, and Moroccan decor in our apartment, and we absolutely LOVE the way everything is turning out! It feels so much like us, which I think is the hallmark of exceptional designers -- they don't impose an aesthetic on you, they help bring out what is uniquely you and amplify it. We tried a different designer (Casagrande) before hiring Ivory & Bone and the owner was much more interested in her vision than in ours and when we told her that we didn't care for the first round of fabric samples she showed us, she seemed exasperated ("You don't like ANY of these?!") and like were inconveniencing her by asking her to show us more options. We are SO grateful that we found Ivory & Bone after that! We have worked primarily with Lauren, who we positively adore, and despite asking her to locate items that have required many different samples, several rounds of edits, and long searches for just the right thing, she is always warm and patient and excited about what we're trying to create. We're able to be completely honest with her and tell her when we don't like something without worrying that she'll take it personally, which was not the case with Casagrande. In short, Ivory & Bone sources very interesting stuff and Katie and Lauren are just cool people... like the kind of people you'd want to hang out with even if you weren't working with them. Would...

"Katie was absolutely amazing! We wanted to remodel our 20+ year old contemporary and had no idea where to start with design and decor. Katie came in and was so easy to work with. She knows where to find the right products and materials that blend both style and comfort and has an exceptional eye for color. I appreciated how accessible she was and how quickly she responded and rectified any issues, always staying within our budget. We began the renovation with our two living rooms that have been transformed into beautiful spaces looking 2X the actual cost. More importantly, the design she chose will stand the test of time, not going out of style 10 years down the road. Katie made me feel super comfortable even though it was the first time working with a designer. She has great vision and creative ideas. We are eager to work with Katie again on a full basement and kitchen...