about MO DESIGN
margot oven
After graduating from Princeton University, Margot began her career in New York City. She worked as a Design Consultant for the flagship Laura Ashley Home Store on Madison Avenue, before becoming the District Manager of the East Coast. She was recruited by J. Crew where she spent the next few years overseeing the opening of 35+ stores as Director of Retail, acting as the liaison between Design Planning / Construction and Retail Operations. After moving to California in 1998 and spending several years working as a staging and merchandising consultant, Margot started her own Staging business in 2010. Now, with more than ten years of extensive and considerable experience, she possesses an innate desire to create and design spaces that exceed her client’s expectations. Her strong operations and merchandising ability, combined with her gift of design & detail, produces remarkable results for both the vision as well as the execution of projects. With an eye for quality, a superior sense of style, and a client-centered approach to business, Margot has proven herself as an innovative stager and designer. Margot is a recent empty nester and lives with her two yellow Labrador retrievers Winston and Gus, who are definitely considered part of the team.
it takes a team.
Esin tayanc
Staging Manager
Esin is a native of Istanbul, Turkey. Her background in art and design along with extensive worldwide travel led her to the United States in 1993. She settled in Marin County where she’s lived since then.
As a photographer, Esin’s images have been published in local and national publications. Her work consists of landscape, nature, and architectural subjects. Her keen eye for design and a natural ability to see subjects using unusual perspectives gives her work a very unique quality.
Interestingly, for an artist, Esin also possesses extraordinary operational skills. All who know her remark that she is an “out of the box” type of thinker. She brings those qualities and skills, along with her design sense, to MO Designs, making it a perfect blend for the needs of the client.
hayley drury
Project Manager
At an early age working in her family’s real estate business, Hayley developed an appreciation for design and color. She went on to earn a BFA at Montana State University with a concentration in oil painting. Prior to joining the MO Design team, Hayley worked in the floral industry where she designed floral arrangements and led large event installations.
Hayley’s natural eye for design, incredible attention to detail, strong work ethic and warm easy-going nature help cultivate great working relationships with both our contractors and clients. Hayley plays an integral role in our organization with the management and execution of large renovation projects. Her excellent “people” skills help keep all parties informed and on-track creating a seamless client experience.
After work you can find her exploring the great outdoors with her small but adventurous Chihuahua.
nancie bailey
Brand Manager
A Bay Area native, Nancie Bailey graduated from UC Berkeley and spent a decade working in the corporate retail sector. Upon the tragic events on 9/11, 2001 Nancie made a career change and devoted the next 20 years to teaching preschool and elementary school students.
January 2023, Nancie connected with Margot and soon entered the design world, accepting a role as MO Design brand manager. Nancie has a fantastic eye for home design and with the help of her husband they have flipped homes in Muir Beach, San Anselmo, CA and a ranch in Petaluma, CA.
Nancie Bailey lives in Mill Valley with her husband, two teenage daughters, red Labrador Retriever and cat. She enjoys traveling, photography, volunteering and supports the arts. As well, Nancie is an avid Volkswagen enthusiast! Nancie brings positive energy, home design knowledge and strong communication skills.
STACY lombardi-rose
Staging Assistant
clutch moving
What is it like to move a full house of furniture several times a week? We utilize what we think is the best Moving Company in the Bay Area. Founded in 2017, Clutch Moving Company brings over 5+ years of moving experience and is fully licensed and insured. We have partnered with Clutch for over 3 years and have enjoyed working with their professionally trained and friendly movers. We put the care of our valuable inventory in their hands, relying on their expertise to wrap and move our inventory.
what they’re saying.
We received three offers yesterday, one of which was quite a bit over asking and a clear winner. It goes without saying we couldn't have done this without Margot & MO Design! Margot and team did a spectacular job upgrading the house with a modern makeover, making it look young and contemporary. The staging made our home appeal perfect for our target audience. Our home looked gorgeous in the photos, and in person. Trying to pull this off remotely meant we placed a great deal of trust in our team, and we couldn't be happier about placing our trust in you. Thank you so much Margot for all your hard work and patience, regarding timing. Thank you!
Steve & Valerie, Client
I hired MO design for staging of a new home sale in July 2021. I was very impressed by her choice of furniture and furnishings throughout the whole house. I was very impressed with her crew and how efficiently they moved things in and out of the house, set things up, made changes and put on the finishing touches. I appreciated the care and attention to detail that she and her staff put into getting the job just right and that they were open to suggestions and changes for a few items. I give Margot an enthusiastic positive recommendation and look forward to working with her in the future.
Philip Swett, Client
MO Design has staged several of my listings with the utmost professionalism, efficiency, and creativity. They have curated an inviting environment for each of my homes . Mo Design has also provided a host of vetted vendors to help transform the homes they stage. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Katrina Kehl, Realtor
Margot Oven exceeded my every expectation as she staged my Belvedere home for sale! The final product is spectacular, but even more significant is the role that Margot played arranging and supervising the many workers who put the finishing touches on my home. And all of this was done at a very reasonable price. I give Margot my highest recommendation.
R. Mani, Client
Margot and her team transformed our house into a showplace by incorporating some of her furniture and accessories with some of ours. She has the ability to quickly see solutions to design problems. And above all else, she listened and understood our needs. She was extremely easy to work with. We highly recommend her. In fact, we have asked her to help us design the interior of our new home.
Sherry Kozloff, Client
I’ve known Margot and her design team for years as a Realtor, so when I needed to sell my own house, I knew it was her that I had to call for my project. Margot helped me get the house ready to sell with interior and exterior paint, a kitchen remodel, two bathroom remodels, a family room project, lighting etc. Margot is decisive and keeps budget in mind when making decisions. As for the staging, I knew Margot would make the house feel exactly as I wanted, light, bright and comfortable with a peaceful vibe. Her team staged a 5 bedroom house in 2 days flawlessly. It’s shocking how expertly they can be in and out and leave the house with no damage and looking amazing. Our house sold for over asking and everyone loved it. My only regret is not calling her sooner while we lived there so that we could have lived in that spectacular house.
Ashley Marshall
Client
Margot and her team were fantastic to work with. We needed to find a solution that allowed us to both present a fresh, updated and spacious look while allowing my family of four plus pets to remain in the house. Margot worked with us to utilize our furniture and accessories mixed with items she brought in to ensure the house showed well. Margot also worked with us to keep the cost maintained. I highly recommend MO Design!
Debbie Novograd, Client
Margot is an amazing Stager and Interior Designer. She has up-to-date furniture and tastes that compliment today's buyers. We have used Margot for several houses where she was an integral part of the success. We received praise on how our staging looks and sell our houses quickly. I am thrilled when I have the opportunity to work with Margot. It is always a pleasure.
Rapport, Colleague
Margot Oven Design is fabulous. She is an amazing designer and stager, and you are in good hands if you choose to use her company. You will not be disappointed. In fact, you will delighted at how amazing your property looks once she is done. She has impeccable taste and attends to every detail.
Maureen Block, Client
Margot Oven is my stager of choice. Having owned a staging company for many years, I am very particular about who I use as a stager for my listings and clients. Margo has a wonderful ability to work with any style of architecture and create environments that appeal to todays buyers. She is extremely professional and is a true pleasure to work with!!!!
Carol Augustus, Realtor