A Partnership Designed to Last
Nicole Gavigan and Danielle Gruppo have known each other for over a decade and possess a mutual appreciation for high quality furnishings, a love of beautifully curated spaces, and a shared business vision. Together, they are committed to providing a highly personalized experience that results in beautifully executed, unique, livable spaces for all of their clients.
Nicole Gavigan
Nicole oversees all management and business practices for Gavigan & Gruppo, in addition to being a part of the creative process.
Originally from Central New York, Nicole received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University at Buffalo. She left a career in higher education to start her first interior design firm in 2002. Nicole uses her management background and problem solving skills to not only keep on top of design trends and technology, but to build client and vendor relationships. While her primary function is handling business affairs for the firm, she takes great pleasure in the creative aspect of the interior design field and is passionate about design, art, and architecture.
Danielle Gruppo
Danielle is a native of the Buffalo area. The daughter of a custom home builder, she grew up immersed in the business of fine details and quality construction. From an early age she possessed a passion for, and interest in art and design. Danielle has seen many homes progress from the paper planning phases on to completion. Danielle started her training at Columbus College of Art and Design and returned to Western New York to complete her education and receive her BFA from Villa Maria College.
Danielle’s design aesthetic layers modern and traditional elements in a timeless manner. Her dedication and love for design is evident in each project she is privileged to take on. For every project, Danielle utilizes her natural ability to build from a foundation based on each client’s individual style. She takes pride in developing lasting and personal relationships with all of her valued clients.
CARI o'NEIL
Cari is a lifelong Buffalo resident with a deep appreciation for the city’s rich history and architectural charm. Her passion for design began during her studies at the University at Buffalo, where she explored architecture before pursuing her B.F.A. in Interior Design at Buffalo State College, graduating in 2021. Cari brings a fresh yet thoughtful perspective to her work, shaped by her love of art, problem-solving, and the vibrant mid-century trinkets she collects.
Before joining Gavigan & Gruppo, Cari honed her skills at Michael P. Design, where she spent over three years designing and managing residential projects from initial client consultations to project completion. Her favorite part of the design process is the “puzzle” of creating schematic floor plans to find better space layouts. Cari’s design philosophy centers on creating spaces that reflect her client's individual lifestyle while optimizing functionality and flow.
Explore Our Work
Our experience and expertise apply to a variety of high-end design projects, ranging from custom new builds and large-scale renovations to restaurants and private clubs. Our approach is flexible and responsive when working in tandem with architectural and building teams.