“Who says you can’t be playful AND polished?”

— Maybelle Suarez Clarke, The Modern Man-Cave Maven

“Design is a plan for arranging elements in such a way as best to accomplish a particular purpose.”

— Charles Eames

DETERMINE YOUR DESIGN NEEDS...

So you want to live a more polished life, without sacrificing your boys’ nights in, watching the fights over beer and wings.

Or you want your female guests to feel comfortable in your condo, even amidst your big-screen TV and jumble of gaming controls.

You’re tired of having your place feel like a mismatched, grown-up frat house, but need space to work out and work from home.

You’re moving up in your career and you want your home to reflect this, thoughtfully and efficiently.

Or you’re ready to finally create your own space in your family home, distinct from all the kids’ stuff and your spouse’s collectibles.

HOME IS WHERE YOU START AND END YOUR DAY...

Wouldn’t it be great to have it reflect all aspects of your life… or rather, the life you aspire to have?

Whether you're a bachelor wanting to express yourself in a bad-ass pad,

a part of a pair eager to marry your personal style with your better half,

or a family man looking to carve your niche in a busy household,

THE MODERN MAN-CAVE MAVEN WILL HELP YOU COME HOME TO "YOU"...

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