BIENVENUE & CO.
Design that works hard and looks good doing it.
Meet Bienvenue & Co.
I’m Meridith—a designer, mom of three, and COO of Houseal Construction, the design-build renovation company my husband Kyle and I built from the ground up.
Bienvenue & Co is our creative offshoot—a design studio focused on interiors, layout planning, bathroom kits, and the functional, beautiful, real-life side of home design.
I work with people who are tired of decision fatigue and just want their home to make sense—without giving up personality, warmth, or that “hell yes” feeling when the right tile shows up.
I’m not here to sell you perfection. I’m here to help you make smart, confident design choices that fit your life, your budget, and your weird little hallway that was clearly added during a questionable remodel in 1986.
I believe in hardworking spaces, vintage charm, a healthy amount of beige, thoughtful details, and just the right amount of “screw it, let’s paint it black.”
Work With Meridith
Remote Renovation Design
For women ready for a clear renovation plan — no matter where they live.
This is full renovation design delivered remotely:
layout refinement, flow improvement, lighting strategy, cabinetry design, material selections, and a complete plan your contractor can build from.
You get structure.
You get direction.
You get decisions that feel grounded and cohesive.
Because your home deserves a plan that works.
In-Person Projects
For outdated New England homes ready for meaningful change.
I redesign kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms, and living spaces using a design-build approach that blends function, feeling, and flow — so your home finally supports your daily routines.
We start with layout.
We consider light.
We design for real life.
And we carry it through with clarity from concept to construction.
Contractor & Builder Collaboration
Design-Build Partnership
For builders who value thoughtful planning and elevated execution.
I collaborate with contractors across New England to provide clear layouts, cabinetry design, lighting plans, finish selections, and construction-ready documentation.
Every decision is made with buildability, budget alignment, and daily function in mind.
It’s a structured, organized process that protects the integrity of the build — and the experience of the homeowner.
— Mary
We had such a wonderful experience working with Kyle and Meredith! Every other contractor we've ever worked with has asked "what's your budget" and then found a way to spend all of it. Kyle and Meredith asked "what do you want in your bathroom" and then told us what it would cost. That kind of transparency is so rare and so refreshing in this business. Meredith did and great job sourcing materials and turning our vague ideas into something more beautiful than we could have imagined. Kyle and his team were so efficient and left the house better than they found it each day so living through the construction was a breeze. We had such a great experience, we've already hired them again for a kitchen project. Highly recommend.
Testimonials.
— Leslie
“I hired Meridith for a bathroom renovation consultation from France. She sourced with French suppliers and came up with a fantastic set of ideas for me to take and use with my contractors. I am a huge fan and so pleased with the presentation. I highly recommend her expertise and vision. She has more talent in one pinky finger than some in their whole bodies! Highly impressed with the talent, value, and consideration. Thanks!
Why Work With Us?
Because you want a space that works hard, looks great, and actually feels like home.
Because you’re done second-guessing every tile, light, and cabinet pull.
Because you want someone who understands budgets and beauty.
Because you’re craving calm, not chaos.
Because you’re ready to undo whatever happened in this house sometime between 1983 and no one knows when.
Real Estate Investments
In addition to full-service renovation design, Bienvenue & Co. actively acquires and repositions outdated properties across New England. Our investment work is grounded in renovation expertise, functional value, and thoughtful reinvestment.