Business Details
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in Northfield, NJ
Surroundings Interiors has dedicated over 25 years to transforming residential and commercial spaces into personalized sanctuaries. Our team of seasoned designers combines artistic vision with practical expertise to create environments that reflect each client's unique lifestyle and aspirations. We specialize in full-service interior design, custom furniture creation, and curated one-of-a-kind pieces sourced globally. Our collaborative approach ensures every project, from initial concept to final execution, maintains meticulous attention to detail while prioritizing client satisfaction. With a showroom in Northfield, NJ, we serve clients across Southern New Jersey and beyond, offering both indoor and outdoor design solutions.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our partnerships with premier brands and artisans, ensuring access to cutting-edge designs and timeless pieces. We approach every project with creativity and problem-solving expertise, focusing on how spaces can enhance daily living. Our reputation for delivering exceptional results has been built through consistent delivery of spaces that exceed expectations while maintaining functional integrity. Community involvement remains central to our values, reflected through local sponsorships and charitable initiatives. This combination of experience, expertise, and dedication to client-centric design establishes our authority in the interior design industry.
Services
Interior Design
Custom Furniture
One-of-a-Kind Pieces
Finishing Touches
Outdoor Living Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined experience in residential and commercial interior design
- Our collaborative approach ensures complete client involvement throughout the design process
- We provide access to over 100 premium brand partnerships for exclusive design options
- Our team includes certified designers with specialized expertise in space optimization
- We maintain a 98% client satisfaction rate through personalized attention to detail
Services
Interior Design
Our comprehensive interior design service transforms living spaces through personalized concepts and functional layouts. We collaborate closely with clients to understand their lifestyle needs and aesthetic preferences, creating cohesive environments that reflect individual personalities. The process includes space planning, material selection, and coordination of all design elements to ensure seamless integration of form and function while maintaining strict adherence to project timelines and budgets.
Custom Furniture
We craft made-to-order furniture pieces tailored to specific spatial requirements and design visions. Our custom furniture service combines premium materials with artisan craftsmanship to create unique statement pieces that perfectly complement each client's interior aesthetic. This service includes personalized consultations for finish selection, dimensional customization, and integration with existing decor elements to ensure complete design harmony.
One-of-a-Kind Pieces
Our curated collection of exclusive global furnishings offers distinctive design elements that elevate interior spaces. These hand-selected pieces include rare artworks, handcrafted sculptures, and specialty decor items sourced from international markets. Each item undergoes rigorous selection to ensure quality and uniqueness, providing clients with opportunities to incorporate conversation-starting elements into their living environments.
Finishing Touches
We specialize in adding final decorative elements that complete interior spaces with curated accessories and accent pieces. This service focuses on strategic placement of lighting fixtures, artwork arrangements, and decorative objects to enhance the overall design narrative. Our team ensures each finishing touch contributes to the space's cohesive aesthetic while maintaining functional practicality for everyday living.
Outdoor Living Design
Our outdoor design service creates functional and aesthetically pleasing exterior environments that extend living spaces beyond interior walls. We specialize in designing outdoor kitchens, lounging areas, and garden retreats that integrate seamlessly with architectural elements. The service includes weather-resistant material selection, lighting design, and furniture arrangement to optimize comfort and usability in outdoor settings.
People
Christine Borchardt
Owner and Senior Designer
With over 35 years of experience, Christine leads with artistic vision and industry expertise. Her client-focused approach emphasizes personalized design solutions that reflect individual lifestyles while maintaining functional integrity through meticulous attention to detail.
Mary Anne
Interior Designer
15+ years in residential design, blending architecture with aesthetics. Inspired by global trends and markets, she creates functional spaces that reflect client visions through collaborative design approaches and culinary-inspired creativity.
Richie
Interior Designer
BFA graduate with 2+ years of experience designing functional interiors. Believes collaboration creates optimal results, drawing inspiration from design legends while staying current with industry trends through professional engagement.
Liza
Interior Designer
Recent graduate with hands-on experience creating timeless, livable spaces. Passionate about blending art, travel, and architecture influences to develop personalized environments that balance beauty with practical functionality through continuous professional development.
Cara
Interior Designer
11+ years of experience across major markets, blending marketing strategy with creative design. Specializes in creating immersive, personalized spaces through artful integration of cultural influences and functional requirements in residential environments.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Southern New Jersey including Margate, Avalon, Stone Harbor, Ocean City, Longport, Linwood, and Ventnor, with project capabilities extending to Florida and Maine.
What design services do you offer?
We provide full-service interior design, custom furniture creation, one-of-a-kind accent pieces, finishing touches, and outdoor living space design solutions for residential and small commercial projects.
Can I purchase individual furniture pieces?
Yes, we offer in-stock furniture, last-call items, and custom-order options through our Northfield showroom, featuring both domestic and international designer brands.
How does the design process work?
Our process includes initial consultation, design concept development, material selection, order placement, and white-glove delivery/installation, with client involvement at every stage of the project.
Do you work with existing furniture?
We incorporate existing pieces when appropriate, focusing on creating cohesive spaces that blend new custom elements with cherished furnishings through strategic design integration.
How do you handle maintenance care?
We provide comprehensive care guidelines for upholstery, wood furniture, and rugs, including cleaning protocols and professional maintenance recommendations for long-term preservation of design elements.