--- title: "Markel Design Group — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/markel-design-group-pfvwus-pf~662842204 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~662842204.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Markel Design Group" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d123ffe10076ec82_0281-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "256 Dillon Ridge Road, UNIT B11, Dillon, Colorado 80435, United States" latitude: 39.5952 longitude: -105.9741 phone: "(970) 668-1781" website: http://www.markeldesigngroup.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 20 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 161 last_updated: 2026-08-27 --- # Markel Design Group Original Houzz profile: [Markel Design Group](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/markel-design-group-pfvwus-pf~662842204) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Dillon, CO - **Serves:** Breckenridge, Vail, Silverthorne, Frisco, Dillon, Keystone, Copper Mountain, Denver area - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (20 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2018–2019), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves Exceptionally designed and furnished over 150 luxury homes, the Markel Design Group has served Summit and Eagle County for 15 years. We differentiate ourselves from other interior design firms using our uniquely defined "business model" keeping clients on budget, on task, utilizing clear and timely communication, and most important providing the final finished home of their dreams. Summit County's most respected fully diversified interior design firm works intimately with our clients to comprehend and define their meaning of "home". No matter what our clients strive for, whether ultra modern and contemporary, traditional, mountain chic, or eclectic style, our meticulous attention to detail along with their input, create a timeless and sophisticated environment that is both comfortable and practical. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Dining Room Design - Lighting Design - Floor Plans - Project Management - Custom Furniture - Custom Blinds & Shades - House Plans - Art Selection - Universal Design - Wine Cellar Design - Drafting - Furnishings ### Areas Served - Breckenridge - Vail - Silverthorne - Frisco - Dillon - Keystone - Copper Mountain - Denver area ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - 600,000 Jobs include conceptual interior designs and furnishings for custom residences. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Markel Design Group | | Address | 256 Dillon Ridge Road, UNIT B11, Dillon, Colorado 80435, United States | | Phone | (970) 668-1781 | | Website | http://www.markeldesigngroup.com/ | | License Number | ASID\# 1240749 | | Followers on Houzz | 161 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Markel-Design-Group/132054400139409?fref=ts - Blog — http://www.markeldesigngroup.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Markel Design Group](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/markel-design-group-pfvwus-pf~662842204) - **Website:** http://www.markeldesigngroup.com/ - **Phone:** (970) 668-1781 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Mountain Living "Top Mountain Designer"s, HGTV Best Rocky Mountain Grand Room, HGTV Best Kitchen Remodel Vail, Best Interior Design and Multiple Awards Summit County Parade of Homes 2016, 2012, 2008, 2005. Best Furnishing Summit County Parade of Homes - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2018–2019), for Service. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 20 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Holly Adnan, March 2018** > We recently completed a huge remodel on our home that was built in 1982. We hired Markel design group as it was important to us to create a design and function that would suit our family and prove to be timeless. Maria was wonderful to work with. She is a true professional, listening to what we envisioned for our space and the style and feel we were striving for. She helped to keep us on track with our design choices so that we could effectively accomplish what we set out to do. Maria and her team are professional, timely, knowledgeable and talented. They were all a pleasure to work with and we are so happy with our new Home. I would highly recommend Markel Design group for any project you may have. **★★★★★ — Carolina Blass, Nov. 2017** > Maria was a godsend! She helped us stage our house - which had been on the market for two years. Maria came over and offered several suggestions, all of which were simple and inexpensive. She even let us borrow some personal items that made the staging even more stunning, Within 48 hours, WE SOLD OUR HOUSE.! We could have not done it without her! Maria is professional and classy. At the same time, savvy and thrifty. She knows the market and can help you guide you in decorating your home. I had so much fun working with her in this project. Highly recommend her! **★★★★★ — Michelle Sanders, Jan. 2017** > My husband and I used Markel Design Group for our new (to us) home and we absolutely loved the concept and finished product that they produced for us. From our initial meeting to the “move that bus” moment, our experience working with Maria Markel and her talented team was nothing short of exceptional. Maria is an amazing designer who took the time to fully understand our space, aesthetic, room flow, and lifestyle. With kids & dogs, we also needed durability. I am passionate about having a living space with clean lines, and Maria’s team grasped that in the first session. The vision they captured utilized and freshened every square inch of space – and even created space we hadn’t thought of. > > Something else to note: Maria’s organization and attention to detail is beyond measure. I get the feeling she thinks about her projects even when she sleeps! Her level of exceptional detail ranged from purchasing the right furniture for our family to removing walls so spaces were better utilized, to swapping out our light fixtures with better, more efficient bulbs. She even had a beautiful centerpiece waiting when our new table arrived! AND she taught me some tricks on how to make a prettier, more welcoming bed! Now I don't even buy a light bulb without asking Maria for current design advice. > > Maria and her team made us feel like our project was priority \#1, and we truly appreciated the hand-holding since we were living in the bottle so to speak. Maria’s ability to freshen a space amazed us, and we found ourselves talking at dinner parties about her amazing talent. Maria was incredibly respectful of our budget and I never felt ‘pushed’ to spend more. Her rate is beyond fair, and I’m certain her creative process was far lengthier than what I was actually billed. Thank you to Maria Markel and her very professional team at Markel Design Group, who made this project so successful – and so much fun! **★★★★★ — Granite and Marble Designs Inc, Dec. 2016** > Maria Markel and her team are great to work with. They are very knowledgeable in all aspects of design, color and construction. Working with them has always been a treat. With a complex, large job like an 8000sf home we just completed together, it just makes sense to hire a design firm like Markel Design Group. They assisted with decision making and helped coordinate everything with the builder and myself so it all came together so perfectly. **★★★★★ — Lipari Construction Company, Dec. 2016** > Markel Design Group provided a high level of detail and organization for a unique project with demanding details and technical facets. They worked closely with the construction team to ensure their vision was met and the client's desires were fulfilled, and on a tight timeline. Markel Design Group brought cutting edge design, coordination and sophistication with the ability to work with all involved parties. **★★★★★ — Craig May, Nov. 2016** > I have had the privilege to work with Maria and team on 2 very large and complex projects. I have always been impressed with the energy and creativeness that they have shown. Their professionalism has always been exemplary. I would not hesitate to recommend them to any of my friends or client and look forward to working with them again in the future! **★★★★★ — Marv Spyker, Nov. 2016** > Maria & her staff are very thorough and their follow through is great. She always brings a good eye and presents varying options that keep the overall objective in mind. We have used her for a number of years for different projects. **★★★★★ — The Scarab, Nov. 2016** > Markel Design Group provides exceptional creative services in the most professional manner while keeping their projects fun. we have had the pleasure of working on a variety of rooms and always look forward to what's next! **★★★★★ — Eric Dahman, Nov. 2016** > Maria and her team are truly gifted in their ability to deliver design concepts and solutions that are top tier. Further more, they are very good at expressing a variety of styles to satisfy a variety of client expectations. Finally, their client centric approach generates happy, repeat clients; and, that adds tremendous value to the entire building process. I would highly recommend the Markel Design Group. **★★★★★ — Alpine Builders Hardware, Sept. 2016** > Markel Design Group has a great eye for design, super follow through skills and are a pleasure to work with. They used our showroom to select decorative hardware for their Summit County Home Tour entry. I highly recommend their team. > > Karolyn Harper > Alpine Builders Hardware > Edwards, CO **★★★★★ — Harmony Interiors, May 2016** > Harmony Interiors had the pleasure of collaborating briefly with Maria Markel, of Markel Design Group on a custom home built in Breckenridge, Colorado. I have always admired Maria’s work in all the Parade Homes she has designed in the past, so I was delighted that her firm was selected to select the furnishings for this home. Maria paid particular attention to the details of the furniture she selected to marry with the finishes I had selected. Her local knowledge, coupled with 15 years of skills in integration, and space planning pulled this custom home together. Maria collaborated well with the client and pulled all the choices together, resulting in a superior finished product. Harmony Interiors would definitely recommend Maria for anyone needing interior design services for their new home or remodel project and will look forward to collaborating with her on any future projects **★★★★★ — ljville, Aug. 2014** > We hired the Markel Design Group to provide design services for the construction and interior design of a new home. Maria, Kristin, Stephanie and Theresa are a great company, very talented, creative and are fun to work with. They provided excellent and beautiful solutions to our design preferences and challenges. Excellent ideas were presented during all phases of our new house construction process. They delivered beautiful furniture and materials and installed them very professionally and their follow-up has been superb. We would very highly recommend them for design services. ## Selected projects - [Breckenridge, Ski In Ski Out](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/breckenridge-ski-in-ski-out-pj-vj~2629781) - Location: Breckenridge, CO - Photos: 25 - [Highlands Golf Course](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highlands-golf-course-pj-vj~2767798) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Timber Trails Road](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/timber-trails-road-pj-vj~2442080) - Location: Breckenridge, CO - Photos: 6 - [Breckenridge Town](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/breckenridge-town-pj-vj~1216988) - Location: Breckenridge, CO - Photos: 6 - [Washington Park](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/washington-park-pj-vj~1456913) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 9 - [Remodels](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/remodels-pj-vj~184528) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Breckenridge Vacation Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/breckenridge-vacation-home-pj-vj~364235) - Location: Breckenridge, CO - Photos: 8 - [Vail Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vail-home-pj-vj~184500) - Location: Vail, CO - Photos: 13 - [Breckenridge Colorado](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/breckenridge-colorado-pj-vj~2158431) - Location: Breckenridge, CO - Photos: 3 - [Keystone Ranch Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/keystone-ranch-home-pj-vj~184490) - Location: Keystone, CO - Photos: 12 - [River House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/river-house-pj-vj~184463) - Location: Keystone, CO - Photos: 19 - Description: The bright tailored interiors used in the Riverside Home prevent any distractions to nature reflected through the large surrounding glass walls throughout the home. Imported wide plank, hand hewn, white oak wood floors are used throughout the main level and in each bathroom as well to accompany the beige interior decor. - [Interior Design Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interior-design-studio-pj-vj~184631) - Location: Dillon, CO - Photos: 1 - [Upper Highlands House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-highlands-house-pj-vj~184522) - Location: Breckenridge, CO - Photos: 6 - [Three Peaks Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/three-peaks-home-pj-vj~184548) - Location: Silverthorne, CO - Photos: 20 - [Snake River Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/snake-river-home-pj-vj~3083517) - Location: Keystone, CO - Photos: 11 - [Highlands House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highlands-house-pj-vj~184577) - Location: Breckenridge, CO - Photos: 10 - [Keystone Ranch Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/keystone-ranch-home-pj-vj~184644) - Location: Keystone, CO - Photos: 8 - [Ranch at Corrdierra-Vail](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ranch-at-corrdierra-vail-pj-vj~1869403) - Location: Edwards, CO - Photos: 12 - [Braddock Hill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/braddock-hill-pj-vj~184560) - Location: Breckenridge, CO - Photos: 4 - [Keystone Ranch Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/keystone-ranch-home-pj-vj~184533) - Location: Keystone, CO - Photos: 6 [See all 25 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/markel-design-group-pfvwus-pf~662842204) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/142138160/list/wish-list) — 1 idea - [INTERIOR SUN MOUNTAIN DOORS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/132702461/list/interior-sun-mountain-doors) — 1 idea - [family rooms bar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131775721/list/family-rooms-bar) — 9 ideas - [AC Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/129152847/list/ac-bathrooms) — 23 ideas - [LOM](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/124801962/list/lom) — 7 ideas - [VALANCES](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116195136/list/valances) — 4 ideas - [INTERIOR DOORS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110534443/list/interior-doors) — 17 ideas - [Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/89102356/list/fireplaces) — 31 ideas - [Paint ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/82811854/list/paint-ideas) — 1 idea - [SMALL SPACES](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/78969818/list/small-spaces) — 1 idea - [Living rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19487940/list/living-rooms) — 87 ideas - [BEDROOMS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29804746/list/bedrooms) — 37 ideas - [EXTERIORS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24584956/list/exteriors) — 19 ideas - [DINING ROOM](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24584927/list/dining-room) — 12 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19554029/list/kitchens) — 60 ideas - [REC ROOMS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27548881/list/rec-rooms) — 7 ideas - [ACCESSORIES](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50873716/list/accessories) — 14 ideas - [WINDOWS AND DOORS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19874343/list/windows-and-doors) — 12 ideas - [UNIQUE SPACES](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20392284/list/unique-spaces) — 4 ideas - [MUDROOMS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29543214/list/mudrooms) — 3 ideas [See all 27 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/markeldesigngroup) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the name of the kitchen countertop? Granite?** *(in Photo Questions)* I live the kitchen countertop. What is the name if it? Is it granite? A: I am so sorry, all I can see is an image of a bedroom we did on Breckenridge. Perhaps you asked a question on the wrong photo? Give it a try again please **Q: The tile used** *(in Photo Questions)* Does anyone know what tile is used? A: Hi Mary, The tile used was from Arizona Tile, which you can go online and view. It is a Quartzite mosaic and I believe has been discontinued, but they might have something similar. Good Luck! Maria Markel **Q: Backsplash/granite** *(in Photo Questions)* Really love this kitchen look. Do you recall what kind of tile is in the backsplash and what the countertops are? A: Hi Mary, the tile is from Arizona Tile and called ST-304. There is a closeup of the tile on Houzz. There are a few white canisters in front of the tile backsplash. The granite is Desert Amarylis. Good luck. **Q: Architect** *(in Photo Questions)* Who was the architect? Are there any pictures online of the exteior A: Hi Mary, Email me for photos of the exterior. Maria@markeldesigngroup.com Todd Webber was the Architect. Thx for the inquiry. **Q: Color of stain on cabinets** *(in Photo Questions)* What color is the stain on the cabinets A: The cabinets were purchased through Kitchenscapes in Breckenridge. I wish I had the stain but I do not. It was a very pale green sage with no glaze. **Q: What are the dimensions of the island?** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the dimensions in feet of the middle island? Thanks A: 6' Finished. Let me know if you have any further questions. Maria --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-27.*