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Welcome to BGD, a New Jersey-based interior design firm that challenges the boundaries of design to create selective high-end residential projects, extraordinary commercial and hospitality spaces, as well as developer-branded multi-housing and spec communities. BGD has evolved under the guidance of its founder, renowned interior designer Blanche Garcia, into a dynamic team of innovative and dedicated designers.
At BGD, we reimagine the standard notions of the built environment through intentional design. We firmly believe that a spiritual connection is essential to curating a meaningful experience, ultimately reinforcing both physical and intuitive existence within each space. An energy assessment forms an integral part of each of our projects, allowing our design team to delve deep into the intentions and driving forces of each unique space. This immersive process guides our design concepts and ensures a transformative impact on anyone interacting within our environments.
With Blanche providing over 29 years of experience as a certified "Green Design" LEED Accredited Professional and a "WELL AP" design professional, BGD seamlessly blends sustainability and wellness concepts within its projects. We strive to align ourselves with projects that are mission-driven, soul-centered, and community-based.
Catering to an impressive clientele, our projects range from bespoke residential spaces, hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and notable other commercial projects. Apart from being a proud member of the American Society of Interior Designers, Blanche has spearheaded significant projects such as the Wyndham TRYP Hotel in Newark, New Jersey. She was also the principal designer in the popular Travel Channel reality series “Hotel Impossible” for five seasons, reimagining hotels all over the world.
Embodying BGD's commitment to holistic living is our lifestyle brand Conscious Home, which delves into the spiritual aspects of creating spaces that promote self-discovery and personal enrichment. The brand ethos is that everyone has the power to create meaningful change in their lives in co-creation with their environment. Conscious Home not only influences our design approach but also serves as the platform for Blanche's podcast “The Conscious Home Podcast.”
BGD, with its talented team of design professionals, continues to redefine industry design standards. From visual appeal to spiritual resonance, BGD crafts spaces that mirror the heart, mind, and spirit of each project.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
“I have so many good things to say about Blanche, I do not know where to begin. After working together professionally for a few years, I recently purchased a new home and could not wait to get Blanche in there. I knew taking on the design project myself would take years and cause so much stress with a busy job and 3 little ones. I had no idea the joy, peace and comfort it would bring me to work with Blanche on the designs and see it all come to fruition. My husband and I are constantly saying, “I can’t believe we live here” because our home looks straight out of a magazine. Every day I notice something new in the details of our home and I am reminded how much she took our needs and tastes into consideration in the design. Her experience in this field, her care for the way a space feels and makes you feel, and her straight forward yet down to earth nature during the process made everything so easy, seamless and perfect. I can’t say enough good things. I’m just so grateful to live in this beautifully designed space. ”
“I highly recommend B. Garcia Designs. Blanche’s world-class talent saves money, creates value, and delivers drop-dead gorgeous results! Blanche’s creativity and construction background were vital to launching our successful apartment building development project. Besides creating a beautiful building, Blanche saved us tens of thousands of dollars in construction expenses and is responsible for higher rents. I was so impressed with her skills that we hired Blanche to renovate our primary residence. Blanche turned our tired old house into a gorgeous home that we enjoy every day. Thanks to Blanche, friends and family now describe our home as jaw-droppingly beautiful.”
“We used Blanche and her BGD team to design and decorate our renovated 1920’s building to be the new home of our wealth management business. They listened, understood our brand and delivered on a beautiful modern workplace that far exceeded our expectations. The office design will now be part of our brand and repeated throughout all of our current and future offices around the country.”
“Our renovation was not easy. Our initial designer relocated, and construction had not progressed in months. And then Blanche took over. She rescued the project, revamped the design and introduced us to the most skilled and responsive team of contractors. Finally, we were excited about the house again. She is a leader, and exactly the person you want by your side. Our townhouse has been described as a ‘dream’ and a ‘masterpiece’ – to us, it’s just perfect – and we have Blanche and her incredible team to thank. We are so happy to finally be home.”
“I exclusively work with BGD for all of our interior design projects. I have been a professional builder for 30 years and Blanche has done an outstanding job with all my interior design needs from our multi unit apartment buildings to custom single family homes to my personal residence. Blanche provides a tremendous value for the dollars spent. I would highly recommend BGD for any interior design project.”