If you are looking for an interior designer in Lake Nona, Florida, you have found her. I’m Marilou Stones — an award-winning, licensed interior designer who has been transforming homes across Lake Nona and Central Florida for over 40 years.
Whether you are building a new home, renovating an existing property, or refreshing a single room that no longer works for your lifestyle, I offer a clear, step-by-step design process that takes the overwhelm out of every decision.
Professional Experience
Interior Design
State of Florida
Professional Body
Multiple Awards
US, Mexico, UK
Lake Nona is one of Central Florida’s most forward-thinking communities — a master-planned development in southeast Orlando that has built its identity around innovation, wellness, and modern living. From the medical professionals working at Lake Nona Medical City to the families drawn by top-rated schools and the athletes training at the USTA National Campus, homeowners here have high expectations for the spaces they live in. The homes reflect that ambition — contemporary architecture, smart home technology, and clean design lines that demand interiors with the same level of intentionality.
I understand what Lake Nona homeowners expect. These are not homes that need a generic refresh — they need interiors that match the quality of the community’s vision. I bring 40 years of design experience, an eye for contemporary living, and a practical understanding of how Florida’s climate shapes every material, color, and layout decision.
I’m not just a designer — I’m a creative partner in your project. I am based in Winter Garden and serve Lake Nona homeowners, builders, and realtors who want interiors that match the ambition of this community. I understand the contemporary design language that Lake Nona homes call for, and I deliver spaces that are polished, functional, and genuinely personal.
Whether you are designing a forever home, renovating a property you have lived in for years, or furnishing a vacation rental that needs to impress from the first listing photo, I bring the same level of care and expertise to every project.
Lake Nona homeowners are forward-thinking people who invest in quality — in their careers,
their health, and the spaces where they live. Whether your style is modern and minimal,
warm and textured, or something entirely your own, I design to your vision — not mine.
From luxury new builds and whole-home designs to single-room refreshes, turnkey projects,
and commercial interiors, Stones Design LLC brings award-winning design expertise
to every Lake Nona project.
I offer a full range of interior design services including new construction and custom build design, home renovation and remodeling, room-by-room refreshes, furniture selection and space planning, color consulting, and complete turnkey projects — designed and furnished from scratch, right down to the linens. I also work on commercial and hospitality interiors.
Yes. I offer free in-home design consultations in Lake Nona. We’ll walk through your space together, discuss how you live and what you want to change, and provide expert guidance tailored to your home, style, and budget.
Timelines vary depending on the scope. A single-room refresh can take a few weeks, while a full home design or renovation project typically runs over several months. For larger Lake Nona properties, I provide a detailed timeline at the start, so you always know what to expect.
Yes. With 40 years of experience and international design work across residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, I am comfortable working in any style — including the clean, contemporary aesthetic that many Lake Nona homes call for. I understand how to balance modern design with warmth and livability, creating spaces that look sharp but still feel like home.
Ready to transform your space? Let’s talk about your
home and bring your vision to life — with a design that is
as functional as it is beautiful.
