The art of attaining the indefinable, elusive quality ~ where every detail feels effortlessly elevated, narrating your story.
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At Manor House, we take pride in creating
personalized, timeless interiors that reflect the
unique lifestyles of our clients. Our process begins
with an in-depth consultation to understand your
vision, aspirations, and needs. From there, we oversee of every stage of the journey—from
concept development and collaboration with
architects to material selections, custom designs,
and final installations. Each phase is meticulously
planned to ensure clarity, communication, and an
exceptional experience.
Our passion for craftmanship and bespoke design shines through in every detail. We partner with skilled artisans and custom craftspeople to create one-of-a-kind pieces that bring your home to life. With a focus on clarity and precision, we deliver spaces that not only captivate but also function beautifully for years to come. Your home is your sanctuary, and we are honored to help you realize its full potential with artistry, care, and dedication.
Deborah Silver
A home should feel effortless—beautiful, but also livable. My design philosophy
is rooted in the idea that luxury should be inviting, timeless, and tailored to the
way you live. As an alumna of the esteemed Ryerson School of Interior Design
(RSID) and years of experience creating refined, functional interiors, I bring a
thoughtful, elevated approach to every project.
I believe that great design isn’t about trends or perfection—it’s about crafting a
home that feels collected, layered, and personal. Whether reimagining a
historic property or designing a new space from the ground up, my work
balances classic sophistication with warmth and ease, ensuring that every
home tells a story that is uniquely yours.
Whether designing projects around Chicago or across the country, we create
spaces that stand the test of time, where beauty and function exist in perfect
harmony.
founder + principal
Grant M.
Communication was clear, discreet, and always respectful of our time and privacy. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, with bespoke touches that reflected a deep understanding of both our style and how we live. The result is a home that feels like it’s always belonged to us—elevated, intimate, and entirely one of a kind.
"Deborah and her team delivered a truly turn-key experience—effortless on our part, yet executed with remarkable precision and care."
Katie N.
Deborah just got it. Her selections were spot-on, without needing me to micromanage or collaborate. I hired her for her eye, her taste, and her ability to translate our life and travels into a home that looks like ours, not something out of a showroom or copied from someone else’s Instagram feed. It’s exactly what I hoped for—and more.
"We selected Manor House / Deborah very carefully. I didn’t want to be in the weeds—I wanted it done, done right, and completely us."
Christine D.
All of our requests/concerns were addressed in the design and we love the final product. Not only is her design work superior, she managed the project from concept to completion. Home projects can be stressful and she really took all of the pressure off of us. I would highly recommend hiring her for your future projects.
"We hired Deb when we wanted to remodel two of our bathrooms. First, her design was amazing."
Rick S.
My husband and I can be a wonderful combination of picky and stubborn and Deborah was able to navigate us perfectly. She pushed us in a couple of places that really got the rooms beyond what we could do on our own.
"We worked with Deborah on our formal living room and master bath and were thrilled with the result."
Cynthia P.
This important area of our home is now so inviting, comfortable and lovely. We also gutted a powder room and are equally delighted with the new look. The high end finishes and creative treatment to the walls is show stopping. Throughout the process Deborah was extremely patient while we decided on final concepts, fabrics etc. We couldn't be happier with the fantastic updates to our 100-year old Andersonville four-square home!
"We highly recommend Deborah! She helped us totally update the eat in area of our kitchen with a custom banquette, fabulous pedestal table, new window treatments, rug and light fixtures."
"Deborah helped us totally update the eat in area of our kitchen with a custom banquette, fabulous pedestal table, new window treatments, rug and light fixtures."
Kay I.
The spaces are well designed - functional and beautiful. She is easy to work with and highly professional. She will manage the whole project. Without Deb, I'm sure we would not have been able to get these projects done. She has a great design sense and strikes a good balance of incorporating your tastes and requests while adding creative new ideas that really finish the space. Highly recommend!
"Deb did an amazing job designing and implementing our basement renovation as well as redecorating our living room and bedroom."