--- title: "New Leaf Interiors — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/new-leaf-interiors-pfvwus-pf~880933941 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~880933941.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "New Leaf Interiors" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6953d61801392369_9966-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "821 S Elmwood Ave / Studio A, Traverse City, Michigan 49684, United States" latitude: 44.694 longitude: -85.6763 phone: "(231) 421-5999" website: http://www.newleafid.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 19 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 235 last_updated: 2026-08-24 --- # New Leaf Interiors Original Houzz profile: [New Leaf Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/new-leaf-interiors-pfvwus-pf~880933941) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Traverse City, MI - **Serves:** Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Greilickville, Interlochen, Lake Ann, Acme, Glen Lake, Old Mission, Williamsburg - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (19 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Where you live is your business, but HOW you live is ours! New Leaf Interiors offers complete interior design services for residential and light commercial (office, salon, retail) clients. Our projects range from general consultation to full scale remodels and new construction. Our studio is also home to our kitchen and bath showroom. We proudly carry Mouser, Fabuwood and Woodharbor cabinetry, Cambria quartz and other products for your new kitchen or bath. Our team of designers are experienced and educated, all holding interior design degrees from accredited programs. We are comfortable working with all styles of design, and continue to research and educate ourselves on industry trends and technologies. Studio hours are by appointment only, evenings and weekend hours are available too. Give us a call and let's chat about your project! ### 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 - Home Office Design & Construction - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Entry Design - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - House Plans - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Closet Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Walk-in Closets - Custom Rugs - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Home Staging - Downsizing - Decluttering - Custom Storage - Feng Shui Design - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Traverse City - Elk Rapids - Greilickville - Interlochen - Lake Ann - Acme - Glen Lake - Old Mission - Williamsburg ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | New Leaf Interiors | | Address | 821 S Elmwood Ave / Studio A, Traverse City, Michigan 49684, United States | | Phone | (231) 421-5999 | | Website | http://www.newleafid.com | | Followers on Houzz | 235 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/newleafinteriors ## Offers (DEMO) OFFERS _(DEMO) DISCLAIMER_ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [New Leaf Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/new-leaf-interiors-pfvwus-pf~880933941) - **Website:** http://www.newleafid.com - **Phone:** (231) 421-5999 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Interior Design degree Purdue University, Certified Home Staging Specialist - Winner 2012 Home Builder's Association's Humanitarian of the Year Community Service Award. - 2013 Parade of Homes Winner Best Kitchen, Runner Up Interior Design, Master Suite - 2017 Parade of Homes Winner Best Kitchen - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2018), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 19 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Tom Anastos, Aug. 2017** > Our summer cottage had flooded after a tough winter and had to be completely gutted to the studs. We looked to find a professional who could help create a rustic cottage environment that "hugged you" when you walked in the door! Thankfully we were lucky enough to randomly (internet search) reach out to Gretchen and her team at New Leaf Interiors...and wow, did they ever deliver! > From our very first meeting, Gretchen did a terrific job of listening and gathering information to develop concepts that met our wishes. At the same time, she offered a ton of suggestions and options for us to consider, which we really appreciated as part of the process of landing on what we wanted to do, and what we ultimately could afford to do. I have since done a second project with Gretchen and her staff and was equally pleased with the outcome, as well as the process. > Most of all, we truly enjoyed her passion for what she does, her creative, outgoing, energetic and "can do" attitude, and most of all, excellent work habits and communication ability. She always did what she said she was going to do, and she's earned our utmost confidence and trust! **★★★★ — Bubu McGuffey, Aug. 2017** > We had to rebuild our kitchen from the existing foot print, focusing on new cabinets and countertop. Gretchen and Amy were very helpful in drawing up a plan for our contractor and communicating with him when there were details that needed clarifying. Gretchen had a great > idea for a possible future renovation, a floor plan that we hadn't even considered (that we may do some day). **★★★★★ — Terry Duntley, March 2017** > Gretchen was very helpful with professional advice and ideas. She is a very nice and delightful lady! It was a pleasure working with her. **★★★★★ — Susan Wheadon, March 2016** > Gretchen is helping us decorate a kitchen,dining room area in French Country. She has been proven to be a very knowledgeable designer and very easy to work with. We are very pleased with the samples and ideas that she shared with us and with the people she chose to expedite the project. **★★★★★ — Marty, March 2016** > I had the pleasure of taking a 4 week introduction to Interior design from Gretchen last fall. I'll never look at a room picture the same again with all she taught me to pick out from a simple picture . The photos of her clients renovations showed her keen eye, creativity and out of the box designing. > I took what I learned and redecorated my open living room/dining room. **★★★★★ — C Dr, May 2015** > Great job by Gretchen at New Leaf Interiors We needed to update our cottage and can't say enough good things about working with Gretchen. She was very conscious of our budget and had great ideas from start to finish. She made the project fun. **★★★★★ — jchipr, Nov. 2014** > Gretchen and her team turned our messy, not-perfectly-maintained house into a showplace that sold quickly. Her subcontractors were courteous, thorough and professional. Now I'm thinking of hiring New Leaf to do our new place **★★★★★ — pegtc, July 2014** > Gretchen at New Leaf interiors provides services for every phase of the project no matter how big or small. She will work within your budget to achieve the look and quality that reflects your style. No matter what your style may be, she will bring your personality into the design with unexpected touches unique to each project. Nothing looks "cookie cutter" Her enthusiasm for her work is infectious and makes it a pleasure to work with her. **★★★★★ — Colleen P. Shannon Design and Illustration, June 2014** > It is both a joy and a privilege to work with Gretchen Knoblock of New Leaf Interiors. I have worked with Gretchen on many projects and found her to be intuitive, creative, knowledgeable, and professional. She has a vast knowledge of interior design and is incredibly in-tune with they way people inhabit spaces. Her attention to detail and her attentiveness to the client it phenomenal. I highly recommend her and can't wait to work with her again. **★★★★★ — Lou Anne Ford Century 21 Northland, April 2014** > Gretchen is the consummate professional. Always courteous, resourceful and efficient. She has staged homes for my Real Estate clients, as well as worked with my clients after purchase to transform wonderful homes into extraordinary homes with her eye for color, texture and style. I would recommend Gretchen for any project large or small, no matter the budget. **★★★★★ — Dan Brady Painting and Wood Restoration, March 2014** > Gretchen is the person we call when we need color and design consults for our clients. Our clients are very important to us and we take extreme care when referring them to a designer for color and design consultations; referring them to Gretchen gives us a peace of mind and confidence that they will be in excellent hands. She has an excellent eye for design, detail, and is a wonderful person to work with. We also receive wonderful compliments from our clients regarding Gretchen and her services! **★★★★★ — User, Jan. 2014** > I first met Gretchen through our local Women's Council of Realtors chapter. She impressed me from day one with her professionalism, energy, and friendliness. I hired her to help me critique my living room/foyer/dining room in our old house...the design concepts I had put in place worked but didn't produce the polished look that I had hoped for. Gretchen complimented the overall look and gave some very helpful suggestions to create the pulled-together look I was seeking. I made those changes and loved the result. When I listed our home two years later, we received a full-price offer in less than 24 hours. According to the agent who showed our home, her buyers walked into our living room/foyer/dining room (which Gretchen perfected) and said, "This is it!" When we purchased our new home, we did a complete overhaul. Because I'm in the industry (Realtor), I felt mildly comfortable making the design choices, but our timeframe was very compressed, and choices had to be made quickly in order to meet our move-in deadline. Again, I called upon Gretchen to give me advice. She confirmed some of my selections but more importantly offered visionary design ideas for our foyer and master bath. When I later called her in a panic about making the final selection on paint color, she readily agreed to assist the next day. Gretchen gently steered me to the perfect end result in our home (including fabric selection for new furniture). She didn't impose HER style onto me. She listened to what I liked and wanted to achieve and asked all the right questions. She honored what I wanted while providing smart direction. She is very patient and respectful. I highly recommend Gretchen Knoblock of New Leaf Interiors! ## Selected projects - [Long Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/long-lake-pj-vj~6914604) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 [See all 1 project](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/new-leaf-interiors-pfvwus-pf~880933941) ## Ideabooks - [New House](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111529998/list/new-house) — 10 ideas - [Barnard Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/107704262/list/barnard-remodel) — 1 idea - [Dark Painted Trims](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/49536538/list/dark-painted-trims) — 1 idea - [Lake House Remodel: Before and After](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27196192/list/lake-house-remodel-before-and-after) — 15 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/newleafid) ## Community Q&A **Q: Light fixture** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi! Where did you get the egg basket light fixture? A: Hi! We got this from Shades of Light. Sadly, I don't think they carry it anymore. It is meant to hang by rope, but we had our contractor bolt it flat to the ceiling. It would be relatively simple to make. Reclaimed 2 x 4, vintage egg basket or similar and light sockets. **Q: Hi - what type of wood is this and what is the finish? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi - what type of wood is this and what is the finish? Thanks! A: Hello! I assume you mean on the island not the floor? The island is Butternut wood, with wormhole distressing and natural finish. Custom made and provided by Rare Earth Hardwoods in Traverse City MI. If you meant the wood floor, it is a Columbia engineered floor In Natural Hickory. **Q: Is there a name for the area rugs? I looked at lowes but can't find th** *(in Photo Questions)* I looked at lowes for the area rugs but can't find them. Is there a name or brand? A: My client found them on her own and I have not found them locally or online. I think they are discontinued. **Q: Pendants** *(in Photo Questions)* Who makes? A: Hello! The pendants come from Pottery Barn! **Q: What color/brand of paint are the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello! The paint is Benjamin Moore "Beach Glass" \#1564. It's a very versatile blue and I use it in many projects. **Q: Cabinets** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of wood and stain color are the cabinets? A: Hello! These cabinets are from Woodland. They are maple with Sable finish. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-24.*