About

The name itself is a quiet nod to what we create: ambient environments, designed with intention. ‘MB&’ becomes shorthand for ‘/ˈæm.bi.ənt/’ — a space that surrounds, supports, and reflects the people in it.

It’s not just a studio name, but a philosophy: design should feel immersive, intuitive, and alive.

DESIGN, AS WE SEE IT

Every project is different — but our approach is rooted in a few core beliefs that shape every decision we make.

Identity-Led Aesthetics

Strategic Creativity

Atmosphere-First Thinking

Functional Elegance

Sustainable Design

“Using digital tools and a transparent process, we help you make confident decisions — every step of the way.”

Maria Melcher
Lead Interior Designer
MB& was born out of a simple insight: design often overwhelms. Clients feel unheard, confused, or unsure. After a degree in International Business, years of managing global advertising projects, and formal training in interior design, Maria founded MB& to offer something different.

She blends strategic clarity with a love for design, bringing a rare structure to the creative process. For Maria, good design is not about trends — it’s about anchoring people in spaces that support and reflect who they are.
Maria Melcher
Lead Interior Designer
MB& was born out of a simple insight: design often overwhelms. Clients feel unheard, confused, or unsure. After a degree in International Business, years of managing global advertising projects, and formal training in interior design, Maria founded MB& to offer something different.

She blends strategic clarity with a love for design, bringing a rare structure to the creative process. For Maria, good design is not about trends — it’s about anchoring people in spaces that support and reflect who they are.
Marcus Börner
Advisor & Project Developer
Marcus is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a sharp eye for design. Over the past 20+ years, he has built, scaled, and advised ventures across real-estate, technology, finance, and design, with a consistent focus on creating value through strategic execution and aesthetic excellence.


Beyond his business ventures, he has transformed 10+ commercial & residential real-estate projects into thoughtfully curated spaces, combining functionality with a refined design language. 


Now, he brings this experience to the studio by advising on strategic business decisions and supporting the development of high-impact, design-driven projects.
Marcus Börner
Advisor & Project Developer
Marcus is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a sharp eye for design. Over the past 20+ years, he has built, scaled, and advised ventures across real-estate, technology, finance, and design, with a consistent focus on creating value through strategic execution and aesthetic excellence.


Beyond his business ventures, he has transformed 10+ commercial & residential real-estate projects into thoughtfully curated spaces, combining functionality with a refined design language. 


Now, he brings this experience to the studio by advising on strategic business decisions and supporting the development of high-impact, design-driven projects.