The House of C. Elle + Common Grounds Construction Opens in Downtown Stuart
Representing a new resource for Florida homeowners and design professionals, The House of C. Elle + Common Grounds Construction will open its doors on September 18th, with high-end furniture, decor, curated collections, and designer resources under one roof!
Carin Elle Mead, founder of C. Elle Design Studio and C. Elle Home, is bringing together her two complementary brands to create a destination where clients can experience full-service design capabilities through C. Elle Design Studio while also discovering the furnishings, lighting, rugs, textiles, accessories, and decor available through C. Elle Home.
Located in the heart of downtown Stuart with views of the St. Lucie River, the 1,680 Sq ft. studio will feature 4 showroom spaces, designed and curated with brands partnered with C. Elle Home, along with a dedicated Design Studio for clients and designers. Address: 200 SW Atlanta Avenue, Stuart, FL 34994
Brands to be featured at The Studio:
American Leather, Chelsea House, Hammerton Lighting Studio, Hickory White, Lillian August, Lily Koo, Mr. and Mrs. Howard, Patio Renaissance, Revelation, South and English, Uttermost, Wildwood, C. Elle Home Rugs designed by Carin Elle Mead
With opening weekend events, including a ribbon-cutting by Stuart Mayor Sean Reed on 9/18, Carin Elle Mead’s flagship location will celebrate interior design, luxury home furnishings, and mastery construction.
About Carin Elle Mead
Carin Elle Mead is the founder and principal designer of C. Elle Design Studio, a full-service interior design firm creating refined, thoughtfully designed homes across Florida, Tennessee, and beyond. With a design philosophy rooted in quiet luxury, intention, comfort, and livability, Carin believes a home should tell your story through how it feels to live in every day.
Carin began her career as a buyer for SAKS, Inc., where she developed a discerning eye for quality, detail, and curation. She later earned a master’s degree in Educational Psychology, giving her a unique perspective on how environments influence emotion, behavior, and well-being. She went on to complete her Interior Design certification through the New York Institute of Art + Design, combining her expertise in psychology, design, and luxury retail to create a distinctive approach to residential interiors.
Today, Carin leads each project with clarity and care, creating spaces that are elevated yet comfortable, sophisticated yet personal, and thoughtfully tailored to the way her clients live. For Carin, home is more than a beautiful space; it’s where life unfolds, memories are made, and meaningful connections happen.