About
About Marilou Stones
Marilou Stones is the founder and principal designer of Stones Design, LLC, based in Gotha, Florida. With over three decades in the interior design industry, Marilou brings an extraordinary depth of experience to every project she takes on. Her background spans kitchen and bathroom remodelling, vacation home design and furnishing, hotel interiors, and full new construction builds — a portfolio that reflects true versatility and mastery of the craft.
Design runs through her family. Marilou is one of six siblings, three of whom are designers. One sibling sells designer iron doors. Their mother was also a designer. This is not simply a career for Marilou — it is a legacy.
BNI Seat Classification
Interior Design – Exclusive Chapter Seat
Marilou Stones holds the Interior Design seat within her BNI chapter. As the sole representative of this category, Marilou is the go-to referral partner for anyone in the chapter — or in their wider networks — who is planning a home renovation, new construction project, vacation property, or commercial interior.
With 31 years of professional experience behind her, she is a trusted and proven name in the Florida design community. As an active BNI member, Marilou contributes to the network through collaboration, referrals, and the BNI philosophy of Givers Gain®.
⬡ Givers Gain® Member
Design Services & Specialties
Three Decades of Versatile Design Expertise
Marilou's project history covers a wide range of property types, giving her the ability to speak the language of contractors, developers, and homeowners alike:
🍳 Kitchen & Bathroom Remodelling
Complete kitchen and bathroom redesigns combining functional layout planning with carefully curated aesthetics, finishes, and fixtures.
🏖️ Vacation Home Design & Furnishing
Full vacation property design and furnishing — creating inviting, well-appointed spaces that perform beautifully for both owners and guests.
🏨 Hotel & Commercial Interiors
Professional interior design for hotels and commercial spaces, where brand identity, guest experience, and durability all play critical roles.
🏗️ New Construction Builds
Full-scope interior design from the ground up — collaborating with builders and developers to create spaces designed right from the very start.
Experience, Accomplishments & Recognition
Work Worth Publishing. Spaces Worth Showcasing.
Marilou's work has been recognised in print and in competition. These credentials speak to a designer who does not just complete projects — she creates spaces worth publishing and showcasing.
That breadth of experience — across residential kitchens and baths, fully furnished vacation homes, hotel interiors, and new construction — means Marilou can speak the language of contractors, developers, and homeowners alike.
Business & Contact Information
What company does Marilou Stones represent?
| Company Name | Stones Design, LLC |
| Profession | Interior Design |
| Address | 3401 Furlong Way Gotha, FL 34734 |
| Phone | 407-808-4011 |
| marilou@stonesdesignllc.com | |
| Website | www.stonesdesignllc.com |
| Years in Business | 31 |
| Networks | BNI, Horizon West |
Skills, Approach & Values
A Persistent Listener. Exceptional Results.
Marilou describes herself with confidence and self-awareness:
"I am the BEST designer you will ever hire — no DIVA here."
That is not arrogance — it is 31 years of results speaking. Clients who work with Marilou consistently find someone who is easy to get along with, listens carefully, and delivers. Her self-described key to success is being a "persistent listener" — a quality that sets her apart in a profession where too many designers lead with their own vision rather than the client's.
Her professional goal is direct: to be the best designer she knows how to be, with only satisfied clients and a pipeline of work booked one to two months ahead. That kind of ambition is grounded and practical — the mark of someone who has earned their reputation over time and intends to keep it.
Personal Interests
Life Outside the Studio
Marilou lives in Gotha, Florida, and enjoys a well-rounded life outside of her design work.
🏖️ Beach
📚 Reading
👨👩👧 Family Time
🏀 Basketball
⛪ Church
🐶🐱 1 Dog & 2 Cats
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Need to Know
What types of interior design projects does Marilou Stones handle?
Marilou handles a wide range of projects through Stones Design, LLC — including kitchen and bathroom remodelling, vacation home design and furnishing, hotel interiors, and new construction builds. With 31 years of experience, she works across residential and commercial spaces throughout Florida.
What is Marilou Stones' BNI seat?
Marilou holds the exclusive Interior Design seat within her BNI chapter, making her the chapter's trusted referral partner for all interior design needs — from home renovations to commercial interiors.
What makes Marilou Stones different from other interior designers?
Marilou brings over 31 years of hands-on experience across residential, vacation, hotel, and new construction projects. She is a persistent listener who prioritises her clients' vision above all else, with a track record recognised in magazine features, Parade of Homes, and Designer Showhouses. Design is also her family heritage — her mother and two of her siblings are designers — making this a craft she has lived her entire life.
How can I contact Marilou Stones at Stones Design, LLC?
You can reach Marilou by phone at 407-808-4011, email at marilou@stonesdesignllc.com, or through her website at www.stonesdesignllc.com. Her office is based in Gotha, FL 34734.
