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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A few of the questions we hear most before a project begins.
A few of the questions we hear most before a project begins.
What is Axis Mundi?
What is Axis Mundi?
Axis Mundi is a New York–based architecture and interior design studio known for creating highly individual residential, commercial, and cultural environments. Our work brings together architecture, interiors, furniture, art, and material experimentation to produce spaces with a distinct identity.
Axis Mundi is a New York–based architecture and interior design studio known for creating highly individual residential, commercial, and cultural environments. Our work brings together architecture, interiors, furniture, art, and material experimentation to produce spaces with a distinct identity.
What types of projects does Axis Mundi undertake?
What types of projects does Axis Mundi undertake?
We work across a broad range of project types, including private residences, apartments, townhouses, offices, hospitality spaces, galleries, retail environments, and cultural projects. We also design custom furniture, lighting, architectural elements, and art installations.
We work across a broad range of project types, including private residences, apartments, townhouses, offices, hospitality spaces, galleries, retail environments, and cultural projects. We also design custom furniture, lighting, architectural elements, and art installations.
How would you describe the Axis Mundi design approach?
How would you describe the Axis Mundi design approach?
Our approach is conceptual, collaborative, and deeply responsive to context. Rather than applying a predetermined style, we develop a unique visual and spatial language for each project. Architecture, furniture, materials, lighting, and art are considered together as parts of a complete environment.
Our approach is conceptual, collaborative, and deeply responsive to context. Rather than applying a predetermined style, we develop a unique visual and spatial language for each project. Architecture, furniture, materials, lighting, and art are considered together as parts of a complete environment.
Does Axis Mundi have a signature style?
Does Axis Mundi have a signature style?
Axis Mundi is recognized for bold forms, unexpected material combinations, and a refined balance between historical references and contemporary experimentation. However, our projects are not defined by a single aesthetic. Each design grows from the architecture, the client’s personality, and the specific conditions of the site.
Axis Mundi is recognized for bold forms, unexpected material combinations, and a refined balance between historical references and contemporary experimentation. However, our projects are not defined by a single aesthetic. Each design grows from the architecture, the client’s personality, and the specific conditions of the site.
What services does Axis Mundi provide?
What services does Axis Mundi provide?
Our services may include architectural design, interior architecture, interior design, space planning, custom millwork, furniture and lighting design, material and finish selection, art consultation, construction administration, and project coordination. The scope is tailored to the requirements of each commission.
Our services may include architectural design, interior architecture, interior design, space planning, custom millwork, furniture and lighting design, material and finish selection, art consultation, construction administration, and project coordination. The scope is tailored to the requirements of each commission.
Can Axis Mundi manage a project from concept through
completion?
Can Axis Mundi manage a project from concept through
completion?
Yes. That’s the beauty of what we do. Axis Mundi streamlines the entire project, managing everything from the initial concept through construction and final installation. Architecture, interiors, furniture, lighting, materials, art, and the many consultants and trades involved are coordinated under one clear design vision.
The result is a more seamless process for our clients and a project that remains cohesive from the first idea to the final detail.
Yes. That’s the beauty of what we do. Axis Mundi streamlines the entire project, managing everything from the initial concept through construction and final installation. Architecture, interiors, furniture, lighting, materials, art, and the many consultants and trades involved are coordinated under one clear design vision.
The result is a more seamless process for our clients and a project that remains cohesive from the first idea to the final detail.
Does Axis Mundi design custom furniture and lighting?
Does Axis Mundi design custom furniture and lighting?
Yes. Custom furniture and lighting are integral to our practice. Our collection encompasses a wide range of typologies, including seating, tables, storage, case pieces, mirrors, decorative objects, and lighting. John Beckmann describes many of these designs as “pliable forms”— objects that appear fluid, adaptable, and animated while remaining highly functional.
Yes. Custom furniture and lighting are integral to our practice. Our collection encompasses a wide range of typologies, including seating, tables, storage, case pieces, mirrors, decorative objects, and lighting. John Beckmann describes many of these designs as “pliable forms”— objects that appear fluid, adaptable, and animated while remaining highly functional.
How does Axis Mundi incorporate sustainability?
How does Axis Mundi incorporate sustainability?
We approach sustainability through longevity, adaptability, responsible material selection, and the thoughtful reuse of existing buildings and architectural elements. Whenever appropriate,we prioritize durable materials, energy-efficient lighting and systems, local fabrication, vintage furnishings, and designs intended to remain relevant rather than follow short-lived trends.
We approach sustainability through longevity, adaptability, responsible material selection, and the thoughtful reuse of existing buildings and architectural elements. Whenever appropriate,we prioritize durable materials, energy-efficient lighting and systems, local fabrication, vintage furnishings, and designs intended to remain relevant rather than follow short-lived trends.
How involved are clients in the design process?
How involved are clients in the design process?
Collaboration is central to our work. We begin by understanding how each client lives, works, entertains, and experiences space. Clients are involved at key stages of the process, from conceptual direction and planning to materials, furnishings, and final installation. Our role is to translate their ambitions into a coherent and distinctive design.
Collaboration is central to our work. We begin by understanding how each client lives, works, entertains, and experiences space. Clients are involved at key stages of the process, from conceptual direction and planning to materials, furnishings, and final installation. Our role is to translate their ambitions into a coherent and distinctive design.
Does Axis Mundi work with clients outside New York?
Does Axis Mundi work with clients outside New York?
Yes. Although the studio is based in New York, Axis Mundi works on projects nationally and internationally. The structure of the design process is adapted to the project’s location, scale, schedule, and local construction requirements.
Yes. Although the studio is based in New York, Axis Mundi works on projects nationally and internationally. The structure of the design process is adapted to the project’s location, scale, schedule, and local construction requirements.
What project budgets does Axis Mundi typically work with?
What project budgets does Axis Mundi typically work with?
Budgets vary considerably depending on the project’s size, location, complexity, construction requirements, and level of customization. During the initial consultation, we discuss the anticipated scope and investment to determine whether the project is an appropriate fit for the studio.
Budgets vary considerably depending on the project’s size, location, complexity, construction requirements, and level of customization. During the initial consultation, we discuss the anticipated scope and investment to determine whether the project is an appropriate fit for the studio.
How long does a project typically take?
How long does a project typically take?
The schedule depends on the scale and complexity of the commission. A furnishing or interior design project may take several months, while a major renovation, townhouse, office, or ground-up architectural project may require a year or longer. We establish a preliminary schedule at the beginning of the engagement and refine it as the design develops.
The schedule depends on the scale and complexity of the commission. A furnishing or interior design project may take several months, while a major renovation, townhouse, office, or ground-up architectural project may require a year or longer. We establish a preliminary schedule at the beginning of the engagement and refine it as the design develops.
How are design fees structured?
How are design fees structured?
Fees are developed according to the scope, scale, complexity, and anticipated duration of the project. Depending on the commission, services may be structured as a fixed fee, percentage of construction cost, monthly retainer, or a combination of these methods. A detailed proposal is provided following the initial consultation.
Fees are developed according to the scope, scale, complexity, and anticipated duration of the project. Depending on the commission, services may be structured as a fixed fee, percentage of construction cost, monthly retainer, or a combination of these methods. A detailed proposal is provided following the initial consultation.
How do I begin a project with Axis Mundi?
How do I begin a project with Axis Mundi?
The process begins with an introductory conversation. Prospective clients are invited to provide a brief description of the project, its location, approximate size, desired schedule, anticipated budget, and the services required. Following this discussion.
The process begins with an introductory conversation. Prospective clients are invited to provide a brief description of the project, its location, approximate size, desired schedule, anticipated budget, and the services required. Following this discussion.
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