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Main + Marsh Design Co. Interior Design Studio specializing in new home construction, renovations, interior decor

09/17/2026

Main + Marsh is going brick-and-mortar.

For almost a decade, I’ve been building my education, experience and career in this industry, and a few years ago I took the leap to make design my full-time work.

What has happened since has been the most beautiful kind of growth.

You’ve kept us busy. Like, really busy.

We’ve been full-on with client projects, renovations, cottages, new builds and homes throughout the Kawarthas, and your support has allowed Main + Marsh to grow from our little home office into something we’re incredibly proud of.

And now, we’re ready for the next step.

Main + Marsh is getting its first brick-and-mortar home.

This October, we’re putting down roots on Queen Street in downtown Lakefield.

We’ll be sharing a beautiful studio space with our sister business, Studio 652, and we want this place to be all about creativity, growth, community and supporting the people around us.

For Main + Marsh, it means finally having a place to welcome our clients. Somewhere to sit together, spread out the plans, pull materials, play with combinations, explore ideas and make the design process feel creative, collaborative and fun.

And honestly, somewhere to store the approximately seven million samples we’ve collected along the way. 😂

There’s something really special about finally creating a physical home for a business that so many of you have trusted with your own homes.

We can’t wait to welcome you into ours.

We love a space that feels welcoming and easy to be in, and there’s something about the way light plays in corners and c...
09/12/2026

We love a space that feels welcoming and easy to be in, and there’s something about the way light plays in corners and catches certain finishes that can completely change how a room feels.

Warm wood, soft colour, a little shine, natural texture, familiar patterns — none of it has to be overly precious. The goal is always to create spaces that feel considered, but still relaxed enough to actually live in.

Forest Hill Lodge was such a good example of that. We leaned into the character that was already there, added warmth and nostalgia, and let the materials do a lot of the talking.

The best spaces aren’t always the loudest ones. Sometimes it’s just the way the afternoon light hits the wood grain, the softness of a painted wall, or a small corner that suddenly feels exactly right.

The Forest Hill Lodge
Ash Adams | Brand Photographer

DESIGNING FROM THE PLAN UPWe were lucky to step into this project with a beautifully developed floor plan already in pla...
08/17/2026

DESIGNING FROM THE PLAN UP

We were lucky to step into this project with a beautifully developed floor plan already in place by Ian at Dreams 2 Designs guidance from Adam at Bear Creek Carpentry and our absolutely lovely clients.

Before jumping into finishes, we spent some time looking at the plans through an interior design lens — making subtle adjustments to room proportions, cabinetry locations, openings and layouts to make sure the home would support everything we knew was coming later.

It’s one of our favourite parts of getting involved in a new build early: being able to think through how the home will actually live and function before walls start going up.

From there, we moved into the exterior — refining the overall direction and working through windows, doors, siding, stone, roofing and all of the details that bring the house together.

And now that the outside is taking shape, we’re heading inside to start the fun stuff.

Can’t wait to show you where this one goes.

Bear Creek Carpentry Ltd
@ Dreams 2 Design

Trust the process.It can be hard to see the finished space when you’re standing in an unfinished basement surrounded by ...
08/17/2026

Trust the process.

It can be hard to see the finished space when you’re standing in an unfinished basement surrounded by concrete, exposed framing and mechanical — but that’s kind of the magic of design.

Can you believe that just a few months ago, this bathroom didn’t exist?

Now it’s layered with warm wood, natural stone, brushed brass, soft tile and a cedar ceiling, with so many thoughtful little details tucked throughout.

Sometimes you really do just have to trust the process.

Swipe to the end to see where we started.

And a huge shoutout to Adam of Bear Creek Carpentry for taking so much care with this project. The ex*****on is flawless, and every subcontractor who came through this space was incredible. Monaghan Lumber and Mike and the team at Belmont Custom Cabinetry — thank you for helping bring all of these beautiful finishes and details to life. And to my clients who has exceptional taste. Thank you for trusting me with this vision.

Bear Creek Carpentry Ltd
Monaghan Lumber Specialties
David Sharpe

When this client told me their brief, I honestly thought it was a dream.A colourful cottage that feels collected over de...
08/06/2026

When this client told me their brief, I honestly thought it was a dream.

A colourful cottage that feels collected over decades. Layers of vintage finds, warm wood, playful patterns, nostalgic art, and spaces that make you want to slow down and stay a little longer. And specifically - not to feel like a boring airbnb, loved that.

These concept boards are where we get to explore all those ideas before we start making the real design decisions. It's messy, fun, and probably my favourite part of the entire process.

I genuinely believe your home—or your cottage—should make you happy. It should make you smile when you pull into the driveway, spark conversations, and feel like a reflection of the people who spend time there. Life's too short to play it safe with the places we love most.

Inspiration images sourced from various creators via Pinterest. Original sources unknown.

Bedding: Society Of Wanderers

We love designing cottages and vacation spaces for the same reason we love cottage life.They're made to hold experiences...
06/05/2026

We love designing cottages and vacation spaces for the same reason we love cottage life.

They're made to hold experiences, traditions, and the small moments in between.

The room where siblings become roommates again for a weekend.

Where friends stay up talking long after the lights are off.

Where early risers sneak out for coffee and the first look at the lake.

Where stories are shared, laughter carries down the hall, and memories are made without anyone realizing it at the time.

The best spaces aren't just beautiful.

They're part of the experience.

Feeling incredibly grateful after this year’s Community Votes results.Thank you for trusting Main + Marsh in your homes,...
05/22/2026

Feeling incredibly grateful after this year’s Community Votes results.

Thank you for trusting Main + Marsh in your homes, cottages, renovations, and new builds over the years.
After seeing another awesome company post their well deserved recognition, we clicked through the categories amazed to see our name along with your votes 🫶

Gold — Architecture & Design
Gold — Bathroom Specialists
Gold — Interior Decorator
Silver — Kitchen Specialists
Bronze — Interior Design

Each year this little firm continues to grow into exactly what I’ve always hoped it could become. Over the past year especially, quietly building behind the scenes — returning to school, expanding our knowledge, refining our process, and continuing to elevate what we offer our clients.

We truly have the best clients (like seriously the best clients you could ask for) and get to work alongside some of the best trades and local businesses in the area. Without all of you, I’d just be sitting here with a lot of samples, sketches, and ideas.

Thank you for supporting local design, local trades, and small businesses like ours. We’re incredibly excited for what’s ahead.

(And when a small business owner says we they really means me wearing 100 hats and our many dreams)

This week was full of site visits and sunsets.I feel so blessed to be welcomed into many homes, in so many beautiful pla...
05/16/2026

This week was full of site visits and sunsets.

I feel so blessed to be welcomed into many homes, in so many beautiful places. It's not lost on me how lucky I am to design in cottage country, with my favourite birds on site, water close by and the energy that this area brings. And to have amazing trusted build partners who bring me along to meet their clients and bring the vision to life, you guys are the best and I hope get a break over the next few days.

I hope you have a lovely long weekend in The Kawartha's - go explore!

A little site visit, a little sneak peak. We are so excited to see this project at the finishing stage. Our contractor ...
05/14/2026

A little site visit, a little sneak peak.

We are so excited to see this project at the finishing stage. Our contractor and subcontractors have done a beautiful job on this bathroom with stunning materials from our trusted suppliers!








And all of our other installers - thank you!
We can't wait to show this space off in its full glory, stay tuned. ✨

Being acknowledged by your own community is a really cool feelingMain + Marsh is up in a few categories for Community Vo...
04/16/2026

Being acknowledged by your own community is a really cool feeling

Main + Marsh is up in a few categories for Community Votes this year —

Interior Design
Interior Decorator
Architecture + Design
• Kitchen & Bath

Which honestly just reflects how many of you have trusted us with your homes, your builds, and your ideas

If you feel like supporting a girl building a life in this design world, I’d really appreciate it

Link in stories 🤍

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