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Marlaya Gross Interiors

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Marlaya Gross Interiors is a full-service interior design studio designing homes and hospitality spaces in Raleigh-Durham, NC and beyond. Our signature Soulful Luxury approach blends global perspective with Southern hospitality — resulting in spaces that are cohesive, collected, and welcoming. And we lead the design process from concept to completion by collaborating with our trusted trades, vetted vendors, and licensed GCs or we will happily partner with your builder or architect. Services include: - Furnishings & Decor - Renovations & Remodels - Custom Homes & New Builds - Hospitality & Vacation Property Design For those seeking a more flexible approach, Design Consultations and Virtual Design services are available. If you’re looking for a design expert who values both beauty and functionality, we’d love to learn more about your project.
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Hired 31 times

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1 employee

6 years in business

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2023

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2022

Services offered
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Space planning / layout

Color palette / paint selection

Furniture selection

Lighting selection

Project type

Design of 1 - 2 rooms

Design of 3 - 4 rooms

Full home design

Commercial / office design

Spaces to be improved

Kitchen

Living room

Dining room

Bedroom(s)

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Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Jennifer L.

May 4, 2025

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I recently completed a remodel of my kitchen, dining room, and living room with Studio One Nine Interior Design, and I cannot recommend Marlaya enough! I had never worked with an interior designer before and was honestly very nervous about the process. I wasn’t sure what to expect, and I felt overwhelmed trying to pull my ideas together on my own. Marlaya was exactly what I needed—professional, creative, and incredibly supportive from start to finish. She really took the time to listen to what I wanted, offered thoughtful suggestions, and never pushed her own agenda. She made the entire process smooth and enjoyable, and the end result exceeded my expectations. The space looks absolutely amazing, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. I’ll definitely be calling on Marlaya again when it’s time to tackle my master bedroom and bathroom remodel!

Details: Design of 1 - 2 rooms • Color palette / paint selection • Window treatments selection • Lighting selection • Accessories / art selection • Flooring selection • Furniture selection • My home, venue, etc.

Marlaya Gross Interiors's reply
Thank you so much, Jennifer! I'm so glad you felt heard and supported throughout the process and thank you for being open to my creativity! I loved working with you on your downstairs remodel and I look forward to working with you upstairs as well. -Sincerely, Marlaya
Interior Design
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Evan A.

Mar 28, 2025

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Marlaya is incredibly responsive before, during, and after consultation, and she will give you truthful and helpful feedback, opinions, and ideas - and tell you kindly but directly if your ideas may not work and why. She cares about your style preferences rather than her personal ones as some designers do, and she takes your home's build and architecture into account (a 70's Carolina brick ranch simply doesn't have the soul to transform into a modern beach house or rustic mountain cabin!). Price for a single day consult is a bit steep but on par with other designers, and we were very pleased with her service and so would definitely recommend!

Details: Design of 3 - 4 rooms • Dining room • Living room • Kitchen • 1,000 - 1,500 sq ft • Space planning / layout • Flooring selection • Rustic / Southwestern • My home, venue, etc.

Marlaya Gross Interiors's reply
Hi Evan, thank you so much for your feedback! It was a joy to meet you and Anna and I’m so glad you found great value in our consultation! Can’t wait to see photos of the transformation! Thanks again. -Marlaya
Interior Design
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Kevin B.

May 21, 2025

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She was beyond amazing and went above and beyond to make sure me and my team got everything we needed and was able to pick the best design for our project. Truly recommend her for any of your remodeling needs!!!

Details: Commercial or office design • 1,000 - 1,500 sq ft • Color palette / paint selection • Flooring selection • Traditional • My home, venue, etc.

Marlaya Gross Interiors's reply
Thank you so much, Kevin! It was a joy to donate design services to you and the church. I can't wait to see the final product! Sincerely, Marlaya
Interior Design
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Felicia P.

Oct 30, 2023

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Working with Marlaya at Studio One Nine Design was one of the best decisions I could have ever made!!! From the time I hired Marlaya, she was very attentive to my needs, fast in response to emails, and just all around lovely to work with! Marlaya really took the time to want to know me and my story so that she may better serve and assist me as a customer. This was my first time working with an interior designer and I have to admit, I was a bit nervous. Marlaya reassured me from start to finish that I was in good hands. She was very professional, patient, and easy to work with. And even when we had problems with one of the contractors, Marlaya was very understanding and diligent with taking care of the issue in a swift profession manner. She is truly a God send!! Marlaya turned my space into a beautiful, calm and peaceful environment! Now I never want to leave my bedroom and when I do, I can't wait to get back home and relax! On reveal day, I cried because I could hardly believe it was the same bedroom! And even when I had doubts along the way, Marlaya encouraged me to trust her and the process and I am so glad I did!! Marlaya is very competent in what she does and I can't wait to work with her on future projects! If you are having any doubts; DON'T! Hire Marlaya and I can assure you that you will NOT be disappointed!!

Details: Design of 3 - 4 rooms • Living room • Dining room • Bedroom(s) • Kitchen • 1,500 - 2,000 sq ft • Space planning / layout • Furniture selection • Accessories / art selection • Window treatments selection • Color palette / paint selection • Eclectic • Contemporary • Midcentury Modern • My home, venue, etc.

Marlaya Gross Interiors's reply
Wow, Felicia! Thank you so, so much for your kind words! I’m so thankful we were able to work together! Thank you for trusting me throughout the process and I am so glad you are enjoying your new bedroom!! It was a wonderful experience working with you as well and I look forward to moving on to the living/dining room soon! -Marlaya
Interior Design
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Jeannine R.

Feb 27, 2022

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I was so stressed out trying to update our home decor. We have lots of tricky nooks as well as an open floor plan and I just couldn't figure out how to make it all come together. Marlaya knew exactly what to do with everything. She had me straight in a matter of hours so I know exactly what I'm looking for. I'm actually having fun with this process and I'm so grateful! Thank you!

Details: Design of 3 - 4 rooms • Kitchen • Living room • Dining room • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Space planning / layout • Color palette / paint selection • Furniture selection • Lighting selection • Window treatments selection • Flooring selection • Accessories / art selection • Contemporary • Midcentury Modern • My home, venue, etc.

Marlaya Gross Interiors's reply
Hi Jeannine! Thank you so much for your review! It was such a pleasure doing a design consultation with you and I'm so glad I was able to take away your stress! Please don't hesitate to reach out in the future if you need anything else. Thank you! -Marlaya
Interior Design
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