Quiet Maximalism, Defined
Quiet Maximalism is the intersection of quiet luxury and maximalism.
Rooted in juxtaposition, it marries the timeless, understated elegance and simplicity of quiet luxury with the celebration of color and pattern, and the joy of collecting that maximalism brings. It’s the richness and personality of maximalism, refined through an edited lens.
Each project is an exploration of contrast: vintage and modern, sculptural and soft, bold and balanced. The result is a home that feels as stylish as it is thoughtful and personal.
Founder + Principal Designer
Hailing from Ontario, Canada, Alex made the move to New York in 2012. Before founding Alex Nino Interiors, Alex spent several years in sales and trading—an experience that shaped her understanding of the pace and demands of professional life. She brings that same strategic mindset to her design work, helping busy clients translate their vision into a thoughtfully managed, beautifully executed home. Her aesthetic is rooted in juxtaposition, blending pieces from different eras and influences to create interiors that feel layered, personal, and effortlessly sophisticated.
Alex lives in Litchfield County, Connecticut with her husband and three children and services clients across the greater Northeast.
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Design aesthetic in three words: More is more!
9 FAST FACTS about Alex
Style icon:CBK, Jacob Elordi
Go-to coffee (or tea) order: Chai Latte (extra hot, always)
Morning ritual:Omg, I wish I had one! If I survive getting three kids fed, dressed, and off to school then I’d consider that a great morning!
Favorite antique or vintage find:My dining table! It’s an 11.5 foot wood table found in a french chateau in Provence and was the first thing I purchased for our home.
Ideal weekend:Everyone miraculously sleeping in past 6am, piling into the car for a morning at the lake, and then a slow afternoon with my book in my favourite cozy spot of our living room.
Words you live by: “Two things can be true at once”, “Just start”, “If a thing is worth doing, it is worth doing well”, “We can do hard things”
Dream travel destination:Northern Italy is at the top of my list. I’d love to hike (or ski) in the Dolomites and see Lake Como, explore Verona and Venice, and wander the Valpolicella wine region!
Favorite place to find inspiration:Pinterest, my design coffee books
The 3 S’s: A Philosophy for Thoughtful Interiors
At Alex Nino Interiors, every project is guided by a simple framework we call The 3 S’s: Stylish, Smart, and Sustainable.
These principles ensure that the homes we design are not only beautiful in the moment, but enduring, personal, and thoughtfully assembled over time.
A truly successful interior balances all three.
Sustainable - The Beauty of What Already ExistsWe believe that vintage and antique pieces bring an unmatched sense of character, craftsmanship, and history to a home. These elements add depth and individuality while reducing the demand for newly manufactured goods.
01.Smart - Design That Stands the Test of TimeA well-designed home should feel just as compelling ten years from now as it does the day it is installed.
Our approach begins with a strong, timeless foundation: thoughtful layouts, beautiful materials, and furnishings with lasting presence.
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Stylish - Room for Personality and the Present MomentA home should also reflect the present moment—and the people who live there.
The stylish element allows space for clients to embrace colors, materials, or trends that feel exciting and personal. These elements are intentionally incorporated in ways that can evolve over time.
The Balance
The most compelling interiors live at the intersection of Stylish, Smart, and Sustainable.
Timeless design provides structure.
Vintage pieces add character and history.
Personal style keeps the home vibrant and current.
Together, they create spaces that feel layered, meaningful, and beautifully lived in.
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