The Meridian Atelier Studio
The Art of Design, Deconstructed.
Inspiration & Beyond
The Studio serves a singular purpose: to deconstruct the art of luxury home design into a clear, comprehensive language. It is our proprietary framework of tangible components and intangible principles, created to move our clients beyond simple inspiration. While beautiful images can ignite a vision, true luxury is born from understanding the elements that give a space its soul. Here, we provide the tools to analyze, define, and create that vision with absolute clarity.
The Anatomy of an Aesthetic
Great design is not an accident. It is a synthesis of tangible elements and intangible principles. Here, we separate the two, providing a clear and comprehensive language to analyze, define, and create any aesthetic. Explore our framework below.
The Components Catalog
The Tangible: Physical elements of design. This is our comprehensive library of every material, fixture, and furnishing that constitutes the body of a project.
Architectural Surfaces & Finishes
The foundational canvas of a project's design.
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Stone & Tile: Explore Marbles, Limestones, and artisanal ceramics.
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Wood & Metals: A library of plank flooring, veneers, and metals.
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Finishes & Panels: Explore surface finishes and paneling systems.
Apertures & Architectural Passages
Elements that define openings, views, and movement.
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Windows & Skylights: The art of framing views & natural light.
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Doors & Gates: Explore custom interior & exterior entry solutions.
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Staircases: Sculptural and functional stair styles.
Fixtures, Hardware & Integrated Systems
The critical touchpoints and technology of a design.
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Fixtures: Curated faucets, tubs, & lighting.
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Hardware: Explore cabinet pulls, door handles, and levers.
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Appliances & Systems: Browse technology & equipment.
Furnishings, Decorations, & Textiles
Curated, non-permanent objects that complete a space.
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Upholstery & Casegoods: Sofas, chairs, and furniture.
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Textiles & Rugs: Fabrics, natural fibers, and rugs.
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Decorative Objects: The final layer of personal expression.
Flora, Landscape & Hardscape Elements
Essential elements that shape the outdoor environment.
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Trees & Flora: A guide to specimen trees, shrubs, and grasses.
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Hardscape Materials: Explore pavers, gravels, and pool copings.
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Outdoor Living: Fire / water features, coverings, & kitchens.
The Design Principles
The Intangible: Conceptual frameworks we use to describe and analyze aesthetics. These are the universal principles of form, pattern, color, and light.
Form & Geometry
A visual dictionary of architectural shapes.
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Geometric Language: The study of planar and curvilinear shapes.
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Level of Articulation: Explore different depths of forms.
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Surface Character: Understand different surface qualities.
Pattern & Application
A dictionary of decorative motifs and applications.
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Pattern Source: Study root sources & categories of patterns.
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Pattern Structure: Analyze rhythm & layouts of patterns.
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Pattern Character: Study of visual impacts & weight of patterns.
Color & Tone
Curated color stories that define atmosphere.
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Tonal & Serene: Explore palettes of calm, sophisticated harmony.
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Earthy & Grounded: Palettes rooted in rich natural tones.
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Rich & Saturated: Confident palettes that create drama.
Light & Atmosphere
A dictionary of lighting concepts and techniques.
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Light Source: A study of natural, architectural, and decorative light.
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Light Quality: Understand characters of hard & soft illumination.
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Light Temperature: Explore moods of warm, cool, and saturated light.
