Carisa Mahnken Design Guild

Name: Carisa Mahnken Design Guild
Telephone: (973) 452-0588
Rating: 4.9

12 Reviews

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About Us

Carisa Mahnken Design Guild is a full service interior design firm located in Northern New Jersey. Known for their highly customized, livable designs, CMDG focuses on high end residential projects, with a specialty in historic restorations.

Awards

ASID Industry Partner, Best of Houzz 2013-2016.

9 Projects

Over the Top Basement

Inspiration for an eclectic kitchen remodel in New York

Lakeside Green Build

Kitchens

Arts and crafts bathroom photo in New York with a pedestal sink and orange walls

Bathrooms

Inspiration for a timeless entryway remodel in New York

Utility Spaces

Living Spaces

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Business Details

Business Name

Carisa Mahnken Design Guild

Phone Number

(973) 452-0588

Website

www.cmahnken.com

Address

Boonton, NJ 07005

Followers

268 Followers

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Services Provided

Interior Design

Kitchen Design

Bathroom Design

Living Room Design

Bedroom Design

Color Consulting

Space Planning

Furniture Selection

Kids Bedroom Design

Dining Room Design

Custom Cabinets

Custom Kitchen Cabinets

Lighting Design

Custom Built-ins

Floor Plans

Playroom Design

Custom Furniture

Custom Bathroom Vanities

Laundry Room Design

Nursery Design

Custom Blinds & Shades

Custom Home Bars

House Plans

Closet Design

Universal Design

Basement Design

Custom Bookcases

Custom Walk-in Closets

Sunroom Design & Construction

Custom Entertainment Centers

Custom Rugs

Custom Fireplace Mantels

Home Theater Design

Wine Cellar Design

Custom Shelving

Custom Pantries

Home Staging

Downsizing

Drafting

Holiday Decorating

Decluttering

Historic Building Conservation

Interior Design Photography

Kitchen Remodeling

Home Office Design

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Areas Served

Clifton

Wayne

West Orange

Livingston

Randolph

Parsippany

Morristown

Hawthorne

Dover

South Orange

Denville

Madison

Hanover

Short Hills

Florham Park

East Hanover

Pompton Lakes

Totowa

West Caldwell

Lincoln Park

Lake Hopatcong

Lake Hiawatha

White Meadow Lake

Caldwell

Boonton

Northfield

Butler

Wharton

Roseland

Morris Plains

Pine Brook

Mendham

Mountain Lakes

Westville

Riverdale

Essex Fells

Kenvil

Victory Gardens

Lake Telemark

Hibernia

Hamptons

Haskell

Mount Freedom

New York City

Picatinny Arsenal

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12 Reviews for Carisa Mahnken Design Guild

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Next Generation Homes, Inc

You can not find a more dedicated professional to her clients. Carisa is creative, detail oriented and manages costs expectations extremely well, a rare combination in the design business. Her project scope documents are thorough and fully detailed for both the client and the construction professional. There are very few questions remaining after reviewing her scope of work documents. I have now worked with Carisa on multiple projects and recommend her to all of my construction clients.

April 2, 2014

dnathemolecule

Carisa has been a total partner in the complete renovation of our historic Craftsman style home. Carisa's strengths include attention to details and timing, a desire to create a unique, personal style, an ability to see opportunity and to synchronize with the nature of the home and an ability to rise above the limitations of the home. I've worked with other decorators, designers and contractors and she is truly unique in her vision. Carisa is so good within the home that I use her to design landscape features as well! In particular Carisa designed a spectacular walnut kitchen which is a modern take on the craftsman esthetic. She also designed 3 bathrooms and a mudroom (featured in the pictures on the site.) Carisa introduces both whimsy and fabulousness while keeping true to consistency /flow across the home . She has a knack for choosing pieces and colors which can be moved from room to room and fit in. Her rug selection,so critical because the rug will set the direction for each room, is extraordinary. I can't say enough about how happy I am to continue working with Carisa Mahnken Design Guild.

March 21, 2014

cmbondy

I have been using her services for 6+ years. Everything from decorating to a full basement design project. Handles project from initial design to final accessories. Even helps out with party ideas and gift ideas. Wealth of knowledge and contacts in the industry.

February 7, 2014

ron824

We were proud to work with Carisa Mahnken. Her work was second to non and we would definatly use her again.

January 12, 2014

mmalady

Carisa is redoing my 13 year old daughter's bedroom and a shared bathroom on the 2nd floor, as well as helping with a few punch list items that have been accumulating over the 5 years that we have lived here.

January 12, 2014

kimsparno

Carisa was hired for our kitchen renovation in 2012. Carisa was a tremendous help in her design ideas, execution and attention to detail. Carisa's level of work is superior. She truly understands the clients vision and works within your needs and budget. Carisa is very practical as far as usage of the area and is flexible and easy to communicate with. Carisa constantly gave us great suggestions and ideas we would have never thought of. I have since then hired Carisa for a remodel of 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. I enjoy working with her and would highly recommend Carisa for any job in your home.

January 10, 2014Last modified:January 11, 2014

Comment from Carisa Mahnken Design Guild:

Thanks so much. I am excited to work on the Girls' rooms and reflect their unique sense of style.

dspan

From the initial construction of our home to various renovations we made over the past eight years, we have used Carisa Mahnken Design Guild for all of our projects with complete satisfaction. Their extensive knowledge and experience transformed our house into a home where we appreciate, utilize, and enjoy every room. They are the upmost professionals and expect the same from anybody who is hired to work on a project. While they are perfectionists and accept nothing less than high quality standards, they manage to stay within the budget allotted and there are never any surprises. They are also able to achieve the rare accomplishment of completing a project within the time frame represented by them. Their final projects in our home have been nothing short of extraordinary whether it be the creation of an upscale kitchen to the renovation of a basement as a playroom for children. I would highly recommend them for any project.

January 8, 2014

tstrauss

I have hired Carisa Mahnken Design for multiple renovation projects in my home and can honestly recommend her without reservation. She has impeccable taste and has helped my husband and myself to cultivate our own style. On par with her outstanding design skills is her capacity to run an efficient and accountable business. From the initial contract to the final fine details, Carisa has demonstrated her commitment to quality while staying true to her vision. Perhaps most impressive is her ability manage contractors and require their commitment to her high standards. As they say; "the proof is in the pudding" and the results are dynamite!

January 5, 2014

skisx

Very thorough and doesn't forget the details. Understands what I like and what I won't like. Never worked with a decorator before and she made it easy.

January 3, 2014

bgoodman15

We have worked with Carisa Mahnken on several projects over the last few years including a full re-design of our home. We have worked with Carisa on bathrooms, bedrooms, our kitchen and our basement and we highly recommend her for any project. Carisa is an excellent design consultant with a unique ability to introduce creative new concepts and to overcome difficult obstacles but is also able to ensure she adapts to the customers' needs and design preferences. Carisa has helped us think more openly about new concepts but has also been sensitive to our design style throughout. Carisa also understands engineering concepts and limitations and is able to effectively design for these. Carisa has a high-level of energy and has the creativity and project management skills that are needed for large-scale design projects. We highly recommend her for any project being considered.

December 30, 2013

kengurley

I have yet to meet Carisa in person, but have done a number of jobs over the phone and through email. We have produced custom rugs for her clients as well as sourced rugs from our inventory. I have always found her to be very professional and focused, with a clear vision of what she is looking for.

December 30, 2013

asawransky

What started out as a home office design has changed my life and my home. Carisa and her team have come in and immediately grasped my design preferences and working style. They work tirelessly to find the perfect items to match your taste and price point. They understand how and where to make the most impact. I feel lucky to have found Carisa and I look forward to the next project with her.

December 29, 2013

Comment from Carisa Mahnken Design Guild:

Thanks so much, we cant wait for you to see the kids' space.

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104 Comments

Commented: Console sinkthis is a custom item using the base from a Restoration Hardware Sink. You can get similar bases from Palmer Industries as well.

March 7, 2017

Commented: What type of wood is the vanity? Stain color?The vanity is Walnut, the stain color was custom but you can approximate it with equal parts Van Dyke Brown and Natural.

October 6, 2015

Commented: Cabinet colorIt is mahogany in a custom color.

August 9, 2015

Commented: What is the accent tile (the darker brown small staggered) used?This is a black mosaic that was custom made out of black terra cotta by a mosaic artist.

June 1, 2015

Commented: where do you get archway woodwork like that?This is custom made by our cabinet shop.

May 8, 2015

Commented: Counter top material and color, please?Honed Noce Travertine

March 25, 2015

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