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Designed for how
you actually live.

White-glove interior design & outdoor living for homes that reflect who you are — not who someone else imagined you to be.

50+ Projects Delivered
RIDQC Certified · DSA Member Apex & the Triangle, NC
Elegant living room designed by Carol Medrado featuring bespoke furnishings and curated art

Our Philosophy

A space should feel like
the answer to a question
you didn't know to ask.

We do not design simply for aesthetics. We design the experience of coming home — spaces thoughtfully created to feel personal, effortless, and deeply connected to the way you live.

By bringing interior design and outdoor living together under one vision, Carol Medrado creates homes with a seamless sense of flow, where every environment feels intentional, refined, and fully connected.

10+
Years of
Experience
50+
Projects
Delivered
$2M+
in Project
Value

Projects delivered across the USA & Brazil

Discover What's Possible

Selected Work

Every Space Has a Story

Each project begins with a conversation about how you live — and ends with a home that feels deeply connected to who you are.

Interior design project by Carol Medrado

Interiors

Interior Design

Outdoor living and landscape project by Carol Medrado

Outdoor

Outdoor Living

Commercial interior design project by Carol Medrado

Commercial

Commercial Spaces

Transformation

The difference a
vision makes.

Drag the slider to see how Carol transforms a space from its potential to its purpose.

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How I Work

A considered, personal process

I lead every project personally, from the first conversation to the final detail — across residential interiors, full-home design, outdoor living, and select commercial spaces.

01

Discovery

It begins with a conversation about how you actually live — your routines, your taste, the way you want a space to feel.

02

Design

A cohesive vision takes shape — layout, materials, palette, and furnishings chosen for your home, refined until it feels unmistakably yours.

03

Realization

I manage the details — sourcing, vendors, and the people who bring it to life — so you never have to translate between trades.

Client Stories

What clients say

Bob Eberlein

Dec 2025
"I am very pleased with Nest & Co. From conception to completion, Carol Medrado was a good guide and collaborator. She worked effectively with us and also with the various contractors, suppliers, and inspectors necessary to convert a plain bonus room into a cozy suite."

Renata Couto

Sep 2025
"Carolina was amazing to work with! She brought dedication, commitment, and great taste to my home. I was stuck with my project, and she helped me finally bring it to life beautifully. Highly recommend!"

Ursula Fretes

Mar 2025
"I had the pleasure of working with Carol on designing my open floor plan, including my dining room, living area, and kitchen, and I couldn't be happier with the results! So much so that she also later did our backyard. We are currently working on my girl's room. From the start, she was incredibly patient, taking the time to understand my style and needs while offering thoughtful guidance along the way. Her attention to detail is truly impressive — every element, from color palettes to furniture selection and layout, was carefully curated to create a cohesive and inviting space. She has a keen eye for style and was able to blend functionality with beauty effortlessly. Beyond her design expertise, I really appreciated her professionalism and calm approach throughout the process. She made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel exciting and enjoyable. If you're looking for a designer who listens, cares, and delivers stunning results, I highly recommend Carol!"

Flavio Araujo

Mar 2025
"Absolutely phenomenal! I recently had the pleasure of working with Carol Medrado and Nest & Co. Interior Design, and I cannot sing their praises enough. From the initial consultation to the final reveal, the entire process was seamless, professional, and utterly inspiring. Carol possesses an uncanny ability to translate my vague ideas and preferences into a cohesive and breathtaking design. She listened attentively, understood my lifestyle, and created a space that not only looked stunning but also felt incredibly comfortable and functional. Her attention to detail is impeccable, and she has a keen eye for color, texture, and balance. What truly sets Nest & Co. apart is their commitment to personalized service. Carol and her team were incredibly responsive, communicative, and transparent throughout the entire project. They kept me informed every step of the way, and they were always available to answer my questions and address any concerns. The quality of the materials and craftsmanship was exceptional. Every piece was carefully selected and expertly placed, resulting in a truly luxurious and refined aesthetic. My home has been completely transformed, and I couldn't be happier with the results. If you're looking for an interior designer who is talented, professional, and genuinely passionate about creating beautiful spaces, look no further than Nest & Co. / CAROL MEDRADO Interior Design. They exceeded my expectations in every way, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking a truly exceptional design experience. Five stars simply aren't enough!"

Adolfo Baquero

Mar 2025
"It gives me great pleasure to speak about my experience with Carol. We didn't know how to start our house project in Miami, Florida. You see and hear many stories that you become skeptical. We found Carol through a friend and it was really meant to be. She helped us make the renovations we needed within our budget in a very timely manner. I highly recommend her for your home project!"

Ben Silva

Mar 2025
"We highly recommend Carol! She did an excellent job for us, delivering everything on time. We were extremely satisfied with the results and would absolutely recommend her."

Cheryl McManus

Apr 2026
"Working with Carolina Medrado was a wonderful experience from our initial meeting, design, delivery and installation. She is always so friendly and willing to come by to show us how things would look in our space. Highly recommend reaching out to Carolina for your design needs."

Aimee Bowes

Jan 2026
"We had a very pleasant experience at Ethan Allen while shopping for new living room furniture. After researching and visiting many furniture stores, Ethan Allen stood out, especially thanks to design consultant Carol Medrado. She listened to our needs and wants, visited our home to measure and get an understanding of our space, and created a digital layout that helped us visualize the furniture in the space perfectly. The furniture is beautiful, comfortable, and high quality. We highly recommend Ethan Allen and want to extend a thank you to Carol for her outstanding service and eye for design."

Denise Hall

Dec 2025
"I'm very happy with the service I've received at Ethan Allen. I want to thank Carol Medrado for her time and attention on my project. She has helped me with every step, always with great ideas, attention to detail and patience. She has or finds an answer to all my questions and gives me good advice based on my life style and my home. Thank you Carol!"

Carol Massa

May 2025
"I couldn't be more pleased with our experience working with Carol Medrado. She is an incredibly talented designer who helped create our perfect family room. She took the time to listen and understand the look we had in mind, and she gave us great advice and suggestions. It is clear that she is passionate about design and she is a warm and lovely lady to work with. I cannot recommend Carol strongly enough!"

Yoko Kashima

May 2025
"Carol is very knowledgeable. Best of all, she loves her job, and very enthusiastic to help customers achieve better interior design for their house. We thoroughly enjoyed working with her."

Millicent WolfWight

May 2024
"Carol Medrado, what would we have ever done without you? After finding a sofa we thought might be just right, we panicked. What size fits the room? Which color would be best? Which fabric is best? What if it was just plain wrong? When Carol said she would come to our home and help us with these concerns, I could hardly believe it! And so she did! We followed her advice and guess what? We now house a perfect sofa! Hey Carol, what else can you handle in our lives? Lol"

Marla

May 2024
"We are both soooo pleased with the new look of our family room. Carol Medrado provided expert guidance and recommendations. She definitely has a true talent for design and listened carefully to our preferences and ideas. Carol turned these into a perfectly coordinated selection of furniture, pillows, tables and curtains that work together perfectly. All of her suggestions improved our selections in ways we would not have come up with on our own. Carol was helpful with tracking the progress of orders and keeping us up to date on details throughout the process. Overall, this is another great experience with Ethan Allen."

Hongyu Zhang

May 2024
"Carolina Medrado is a very pleasant and professional assistant during our shopping for furniture and decoration products at Ethan Allen. She is working hard and patiently, visiting our new home and providing suggestions which, we believe, are very valuable. She is a gift to us for color combinations in our home decor. Thank you very much, Carol, for all the efforts and help you have put during our long shopping period."

Erica A

May 2024
"Carol Medrado was absolutely amazing. She was genuinely friendly, knowledgeable, not pushy, and offered great insights on couch options that suited our needs. Our young child was with us, which was slightly stressful for my husband and I, but she went above and beyond to make him feel comfortable at a large table with coloring sheets and crayons. She even sat and chatted with him while my husband and I could focus on comparing some materials and textures, undistracted. She's kept in touch to be sure our needs are still met after our purchase - we appreciate her!"

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May 2025

Rated 5 stars on Google.

About Carol

Design is the art of making the invisible visible.

I have always been a professional who works with people, and I learn something new from every client. My greatest joy lies in working with people — engaging with their daily routines and dreams — and in understanding the unique character of each family, every home, and every project. My true fulfillment comes from being able to, in some way, positively transform the lives of those who cross my path.

My work encompasses complete residential projects, outdoor living areas, and commercial spaces, as well as renovations and collaborations with home builders — projects that are always fully integrated, highly personalized, and finished down to the very last detail.

What clients remember most is neither the furniture nor the colors. It is the moment they step through the door of their completed home for the very first time and feel a profound sense of comfort, belonging, and emotional connection.

Work with Carol
Carol Medrado, luxury interior designer based in Raleigh, NC
Credentials

RIDQC Certified Interior Designer

DSA Professional Member

10 Years · $2M+ in Project Value

Begin

Start your project

Choose your starting point. There's no commitment — only clarity.

Discover your design language

3 questions · 2 minutes · receive a personalized design profile and Carol's notes directly to your inbox.

Step 1 of 3 · Your Space

Which describes your situation best?

We just bought a new home and need to start fresh
Our current home needs a refresh — it no longer feels like us
We want to transform one specific room or outdoor space
This is a commercial or investment property

Blog

Design, considered.

Carol's perspective on the spaces, materials, and ideas shaping how we live.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan — Salone del Mobile 2026 recap

Field Notes

Notes from Milan: what Salone del Mobile 2026 actually showed

A working designer's read on this year's fair — material first, the return of comfort, and the year's signature color (yes, it's orange).

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Understanding interior design project costs and budget planning

Outdoor Living

Designing for the seasons — making the outdoor room work year-round

From the Carolina spring to the soft autumn light, how to plan a terrace, garden, or pool space that earns its second and third act.

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Outdoor living design — common mistakes and how to avoid them

Field Notes

Design fairs worth watching — from High Point to Milan

A working designer's curated calendar of the shows shaping interiors, architecture, and landscape — see the full calendar below.

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The Newsletter

The Atelier Letter

Monthly dispatches from Carol's studio — design ideas, material discoveries, and the thinking behind the spaces we're creating. Only what's worth your attention.

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Design Calendar

The shows shaping the year

A working designer's calendar of the most important interior, architecture, and landscape fairs across the United States and abroad. Dates are approximate — confirm with each show's official site.

  • Jun 2026

    NeoCon

    Chicago, IL · USA

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  • Jun 2026

    3 Days of Design

    Copenhagen · Denmark

    Visit →
  • Sep 2026

    Maison&Objet — Autumn

    Paris · France

    Visit →
  • Sep 2026

    London Design Festival

    London · United Kingdom

    Visit →
  • Oct 2026

    High Point Market — Fall

    High Point, NC · USA

    Visit →
  • Nov 2026

    Dubai Design Week

    Dubai · United Arab Emirates

    Visit →
  • Dec 2026

    Design Miami

    Miami Beach, FL · USA

    Visit →
  • Jan 2027

    Maison&Objet — Spring

    Paris · France

    Visit →
  • Feb 2027

    KBIS — Kitchen & Bath Industry Show

    Las Vegas, NV · USA

    Visit →
  • Apr 2027

    Salone del Mobile / Milan Design Week

    Milan · Italy

    Visit →
  • Apr 2027

    High Point Market — Spring

    High Point, NC · USA

    Visit →
  • May 2027

    ICFF — International Contemporary Furniture Fair

    New York, NY · USA

    Visit →

Updated for 2026 – 2027 · Confirm final dates on each show's site