At the root of the dramatic and richly layered interiors created by
AMD, lies an essentially purist design philosophy. Classical architecture is favored for symmetry, scale and proportion, materials and finishes are natural, raw or restored to their origin - rarely faux, re-plated or lacquered - and authentic textiles, furnishings and objets d’art are sourced from various cultures and periods. The firm, named for its founder Andrea Michaelson, is anchored in the designer’s formal architecture training and cultivated sense of style. Both forces are at work in design projects, where the sophistication of history is tempered with contemporary flourishes and a singularly unconventional point of view.
