Trait Design · Stéphanie Mayer

Signature Trait-Design

A unique style where luxury and elegance meet

Philosophy & Style

Light, materials and the way you live.

At Trait-Design, we combine timeless elegance with contemporary style. Our approach highlights noble materials, natural light, and a perfect harmony between comfort and aesthetics. The French Touch guides each of our creations, for an interior that truly reflects you.

An interior begins with what you do in it: entertain, work, spend time together or take a moment for yourself. We shape spaces and select materials around those uses, the available light and the setting.

Stéphanie Mayer

Materials to see and feel

The grain of wood, the texture of stone, the softness of linen: different surfaces bring depth to a restrained palette. We consider how they will be used and maintained, and how they respond to changing daylight.

Architecture in motion

We shape your living spaces

We work with you step by step, connecting the first ideas to the decisions that will shape your interior.

Listen and understand
We discuss your daily routines, preferences and budget. Looking closely at the space helps us define the needs and constraints of the project.
Set a direction
Moodboards, colour palettes and plans give the ideas a visible form. 3D views help you understand the layout and discuss choices before work begins.
Select and coordinate
We refine the materials, furniture and lighting, then work with the people involved to keep the design consistent. Details develop through these conversations.
Make the final adjustments
Furniture placement, textiles and objects bring the rooms together. We take time to check how the elements work with one another and how comfortable they are to use.

What makes us unique

Values & Expertise

A studio’s signature also lies in the choices that make a space comfortable to live in.

Bathroom overlooking the sea with a freestanding bath and pale finishes

Working with light

We consider openings, views and lighting to support the different ways a room is used throughout the day.

Woven hanging chair surrounded by greenery

Attention to detail

A joint, a texture or a piece of furniture can set the tone. Working with craftspeople helps us refine those details.

Terrace and swimming pool overlooking a Mediterranean landscape

A connection to the setting

Colours and materials respond to the landscape. In Mauritius and on the French Riviera, we look for a sense of continuity between indoors and outdoors.

See our approach in our projects

Explore how our choices of materials, light and layout come together in the studio’s completed projects.

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