Pullman at Gulch Union

Interior Design
Written By Catherine Dorrough
Modern living room with city view and neutral furniture

Pullman at Gulch Union

NASHVILLE

Perched high above the city with panoramic views of downtown Nashville, The Gulch, Midtown, and Music Row, Pullman at Gulch Union offers a rare blend of elevated urban living and grounded Southern warmth. At 29 stories, the building is both a landmark and a retreat—designed for those who value style, substance, and connection. The building features best-in-class amenities—rooftop pool, fire pits, co-working lounge, coffee bar, and fitness center—all underscoring a lifestyle of thoughtful convenience and understated luxury.

Minimalist bedroom interior with textured bedding and wall art
 

A DESIGN-FORWARD LANDSCAPE

frenchCALIFORNIA, the globally-minded interior design and creative studio founded by Paris-born designer Guillaume Coutheillas, was invited to design a series of one-, two, and three-bedroom model residences within Pullman. This marks the firm’s second major project in Nashville, further establishing its influence in the city’s design-forward real estate landscape.

 
Compact home office with wooden desk and city window view

What We Did

Interior Design 
Art Selection 
Custom Paint
Custom Window Treatments

Decor console table with abstract wall art and vase
Modern dining area with indoor plants and open kitchen
 
 
Modern high-rise living room with floor-to-ceiling city views and neutral decor.
 
 

GATEWAY TO THE GULCH

Situated at the gateway to The Gulch, Pullman occupies a full city block and serves as a bridge between Nashville’s business core and its dynamic cultural districts.

 
 
 
Minimalist bathroom featuring a white soaking tub and grey stone tile
Serene bedroom with a walnut headboard and green sculptural side table
 
 
Contemporary living room featuring a marble coffee table and velvet armchair
Modern kitchen with white cabinetry and dark subway tile backsplash
 

THE DESIGN VISION

frenchCALIFORNIA approached each residence with a vision of urban sophistication grounded in local authenticity. The interiors balance rich materiality—warm wood tones, tactile fabrics, and custom finishes—with curated restraint. Every detail was considered to feel layered but livable, elegant yet approachable.

Custom contemporary art from Tappan Collective, along with bespoke pieces inspired by Nashville’s cultural heritage, infuse each space with a strong sense of place. Exclusive paint palettes were developed specifically for Pullman—ranging from a signature soft off-white to hand-applied limewash finishes—bringing subtle texture and light into the spaces. 

 
Modern living room with a green marble coffee table, cowhide rug, and a light wood slatted sideboard under a floral art piece
Minimalist entryway featuring a cognac leather bench with pink pillows, a wooden coat rack, and a tall white floor vase with greenery
 
 

“Our vision for these residences was to blend Nashville’s vibrant, community-driven energy with a refined, modern sensibility,” says Coutheillas. “By incorporating locally sourced art, sustainable materials, and inviting textures, we’ve created homes that reflect the city’s creative spirit while offering a truly elevated living experience.”

 
Modern living room corner with a cream bouclé chair, dark wood sideboard, amber glass vase, and a wooden chess set
Minimalist home office with olive green walls, black desk, white wingback chair, and large windows overlooking a city
 
 
Modern bedroom corner with bedside lamp and minimal decor
Modern kitchen design with wooden stools and indoor plants
 

DESIGN MEETS EXPERIENCE

In a signature frenchCALIFORNIA touch, sensory experience was embedded into the staging. Pullman Reverie, a custom playlist curated for the property, plays gently through Apple HomePod Minis as visitors enter, adding an auditory layer of ambiance. This integration of sound, light, and form reflects the studio’s philosophy of design as a multi-sensory encounter.

Through a refined yet warm aesthetic, frenchCALIFORNIA has crafted interiors that do more than show well—they feel like home. At Pullman, the result is a collection of residences that speak to a discerning, design-conscious buyer who seeks both comfort and culture in equal measure.

 
Modern living room with green accent chair, marble coffee table, and city view
Cozy modern bedroom with large window and city skyline view
 
 
Catherine Dorrough
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