Chicago interior designers at Marshall Erb

MARSHALL ERB DESIGN • CHICAGO INTERIOR DESIGNERS

Chicago's top interior designers don't come much more accomplished than Marshall Erb. With a degree from the Illinois Institute of Technology and over two decades of experience under his belt, he's established himself as one of the city's—and the world's—top interior designers. That expertise shines through in the timeless, luxurious interiors he creates. You'll find his work in the pages of publications like Traditional Home, Décor and Luxe, which have taken notice of his unique ability to transform spaces with both creativity and precision.

Marshall's process is designed to be as stress-free as the results are spectacular. He's worked with clients from all over the world—and all over Chicago—to create bespoke environments that reflect their tastes and lifestyles. That means one-of-a-kind art, antiques and textiles are always on the table. His portfolio shows off his range: from sleek downtown lofts to elegant suburban homes, he's mastered every style.

At Marshall Erb Design, we believe that high-end, personalized design solutions should stand the test of time. That's why we guide you through every step of your design journey, from concept to completion. We'll help you refresh a single room or undertake a full-scale renovation. And when you work with Marshall, you get a home that's not just beautiful—but uniquely yours.

ABOUT MARSHALL ERB DESIGN

AWARD WINNING CHICAGO INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM

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Interior Designers of Luxury & Comfort

At Marshall Erb Design, you'll not only experience top interior designers and decorators, but also a friendly and personal staff that will guide you. Working together, we'll explore and uncover specific style aspects and architecture to bring your dream home, condo, or open space to life. We want you to communicate your dreams to us in every detail possible, no matter how big or extraordinary. We want to make your dream design and lifestyle a reality. Success, luxury, and comfortable design are subjective to every individual. We want your personality and style to show as uniquely as you are. We want you to be able to display your dream to friends and colleagues with pride and excitement. Whether the dream is for your home, vacation home, or office, we will create the interior design that makes it uniquely fit for you.

Timeless & Classic Interior Design

It's one of the most beautiful and boldest cities of the modern era – an international place of timeless luxury and enduring character. And to all of those in the know, Marshall Erb symbolizes interior design in Chicago. For 20 years, Marshall Erb's Chicago interior designers have helped the Windy City and suburbs grow further into a world-renown metropolis of interior design. We provide luxurious and breathtaking interior designer services to some of the most prominent galleries, private homes, condominiums, and five-star hotels in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Our interior designers create classic environments of timeless and elegant designs that reflect your personality and lifestyle. Interior design starts with you. You have a vision. We bring that vision to life. Contact our interior designers to get started today.

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Awarded Top-200 Design Industry Influencers

Fixr.com has, again, announced that our interior design firm has been selected as one of the "Top 200 Design Industry Influencers" of 2022. We are very excited to have our interior designers here at Marshall Erb included in this list! The yearly list includes interior design luminaries and a some of the true giants in the interior design field. What great company we keep! Just to be included is a huge honor. The list was compiled based on an exhaustive review of interior designers and their online presences, social media activities, and the awards in which they have won. Nation-wide industry experts were included on the list of top interior designer influencers. Within the field included home stagers, interior designers, home decorators, home designers, and other home design specialists. This is a great honor, once again validating our long-term approach of seeing that every individual project is viewed with fresh eyes and balancing the practical with the aesthetic in interior design.

Voted "Top-20 Best Interior Designers in Chicago"

Marshall Erb Design was announced by Freshome.com in the selection as one of the “Top 20 Best Interior Designers in Chicago” and has written about this in our blog section. This great honor and recognition among the interior design society validates the long-term approach of our design firm of trying to see each new project with a fresh set of eyes and balancing the practical with the aesthetic. In the list, Freshome.com has evaluated over 100 interior designers according to factors that included the overall experience of the interior designers, responsiveness, customer satisfaction, and the quality of their work. Per freshome.com, “Marshall Erb is a licensed interior designer who utilizes his background in Architecture in each space he designs. Incorporating his knowledge of furniture, antiques, artwork, textiles, and period detailing into projects.” See more about our new award here...

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American Society of Interior Designers Award

The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) hosted its annual design awards ceremony—the Celebration of Design: Design Excellence Awards—to honor this year’s esteemed winners. Joined virtually by clients, friends and family, Chicagoan Marshall Erb, chief interior designer and interior architect at Marshall Erb Design, graciously accepted the ASID Illinois award for Contract by Small Firm. Over 200 Chicago interior design community members and enthusiasts were treated to a cocktail reception and theater-style awards presentation. “It’s always wonderful to be recognized by your peers for doing good design,” says Erb modestly, whose gut rehab, design and build of the Sweeney, Scharkey & Blanchard offices was selected for the top honor. “While we specialize in both residential and commercial design, we are best known for our residential work. To be entrusted with this major project over a larger commercial firm, and then to have the finished project recognized by ASID… We are beyond honored.”

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By Marshall Erb | April 24, 2023

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By Marshall Erb | January 23, 2023

Marshall Erb Design, Northworks Architects, and H. Gary Frank Architects compare notes on having a synergistic relationship between your architect and interior designer. By Elise Hofer Shaw “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” Henry Ford’s wise words still ring true in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven business world. While the ways […]

At Marshall Erb Design, we think great interior design goes beyond looks—it's about making spaces that seem stylish, work well, and feel like you. As a top interior designer in Chicago, we excel at creating interiors that show your character while boosting your space's comfort and worth.

Our Interior Design Services in Chicago, Illinois

We offer comprehensive and thoughtful interior design services in Chicago that can accommodate your needs and vision. We work with both residential and commercial interior design projects, grounded in a high-end and personalized design that incorporates style, function, and elegance.

Residential Interior Design

We develop lovely and functional spaces for living and entertaining within spaces unique to Chicago, from historical brownstones to modern highrise apartments. Our designs reflex your personal inclination while providing a comfortable, safe space to return to.

Commercial Interior Design

A well-designed space increases productivity, reinforces company brand identity, and affects customer experience. We specialize in the design of offices, restaurants, retail spaces, and hospitality interiors that create memorable secondary spaces.

Custom Furniture & Material Selection

In a successful designed space, the details matter. It takes great care to source the best quality material and finishes, as well as select quality furnishings to create the sophisticated, yet non-uniqueness to your interior.

Renovations & Remodeling

Bringing to life your dream space. Our renovation services allow you to transform your home. We work with architects and contractors to design and build your home to ensure a collaborative process from conception to completion.

FAQs

What makes Marshall Erb Design the best interior design firm in Chicago?

Over 20 years of experience creating beautiful, custom interiors that balance form and function. We’ve been published in top design mags and are known for our attention to detail and personal approach.

Do you offer consultations for new projects?

Yes, we offer initial consultations to discuss your needs, design goals and how we can bring your vision to life.

Can you help with a whole house renovation?

Yes. From layout planning to material and furniture selection we do full service interior design for major renovations and remodels.

What is your design style?

We design to each client’s taste, blending classic with modern. Whether you like contemporary, traditional or transitional interiors we create spaces that feel curated and timeless.