ABOUT US

Nouveau designers take great pride in the success and process that’s involved in the design chemistry. Their attention to detail and longstanding reputation of being able to deliver is paramount to their clients.


Nouveau designers see every new space as a blank canvas, working closely with their clients to help them create the spaces of their dreams. Every project has its own unique quality and relevance to the client's needs and desires. Our designers take a lifestyle approach to design and are able to improve the lives of others by finding inspired solutions that work.


Not only have our designers established relationships with the best trades and craftsman within the industry, but also in their hometown of Ormond Beach, Florida, and around the world ensuring perfectly designed and executed fixtures and furnishing, entirely bespoke for every project.

Rita & Edgar - Owners

As partners in business and in life, Rita and Edgar bring to the table a wealth of creative experience, a positive attitude, humor, and a true desire to make a difference. Embracing the great community of Ormond Beach, Florida, as their home base, they have more than 40 years of combined experience ranging from breaking ground to the finished design.

This highly capable team welcomes the opportunity to work with discerning clients — personable, engaging individuals who are open to new ideas, have the willingness to trust the creative process and the means to implement our shared vision.

Both Rita and Edgar are equally passionate in their belief that a beautiful, well-designed environment has a profound impact on the quality of people's lives — fostering peace of mind, creativity, prosperity — and in improving personal relationships. They approach each project with a high level of consciousness and intention that the final result will truly support their clients’ life goals.

Rita Narcisse, Principle Designer and CEO

Rita Narcisse, the visionary CEO of Nouveau International Design™, approaches each project with a unique touch, curating spaces as if she were to inhabit them herself. With over two decades of experience and a degree in both interior and fashion design, Rita is celebrated for her meticulous attention to detail and mastery of blueprints. Her portfolio, spanning from North East Florida to Southern California, reflects her commitment to telling each client's story through innovative luxury design. Collaborating closely with prominent builders and architects, Rita transforms floor plans into turnkey properties, infusing them with personalized touches that resonate with her clients' individuality. Beyond design, Rita draws inspiration from her global travels and enjoys city escapes with her husband and two daughters, savoring cultural experiences and ocean views over a glass of Cabernet.

Sally Ann Sancto - Interior Designer

Sally Ann Sancto made the move to St. Augustine in 2017, leaving behind a successful design career in Atlanta that spanned over two decades. During her tenure, she collaborated with various builders and catered to an extensive array of clients, from individuals to families, working on diverse projects such as compact condos, lavish estates, commercial spaces, holiday retreats, and even luxurious yachts.



Driven by a fervent dedication to comprehending her clients' desires and requirements, Sally ensures that each project represents a distinctive embodiment of their vision, seamlessly blending practicality, creativity, and an air of refinement. Crafting a distinctive waterfront residence for her own family has granted her a newfound admiration for coastal living and everything it embodies.

Trish Lanteigne - Interior & illustrator Designer

Trish Lanteigne's journey has been defined by a deep passion for design and architecture. Her enthusiasm for creating floorplans and her appreciation for diverse architectural styles led her to pursue a career in interior design. After gaining extensive experience in tourism media communications, she rediscovered her love for design and transitioned back to her true passion. Today, she specializes in producing illustrative floorplans, lifelike 3D renderings, spatial planning, design mood boards, and product sourcing. Her unique style fuses modern organic elements with a captivating coastal influence, and she is excited to collaborate with clients to bring their design visions to life.

Lindsey Seltezer-Adams - Interior Designer

Meet Lindsey Seltezer-Adams, an interior designer whose Ormond Beach upbringing infuses her work with coastal charm and timeless elegance. Drawing from the area's rich heritage and natural beauty, Lindsey crafts spaces that blend sophistication with local flair. From residential retreats to commercial projects, her designs resonate with tradition while embracing modern sensibilities. Rooted in her love for Ormond Beach, Lindsey's work captures the essence of coastal living, creating inspiring environments that uplift the spirit.

Julia Laoun - Junior Designer 

Radiating with enthusiasm, Julia Laoun seeks to ensure aesthetic excellence within every project she takes on. 


She enjoys balancing her contemporary style with unique textures, colors and assorted layers. Although an advocate for subtle sophistication, she loves utilizing eccentric pieces to elevate a space, and believes every house has the potential to become a home, she is excited to help navigate clients as they embark on a new life chapter!


"Let's get creative together!"

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