Last post we shared some of the interior design trends we spotted at the Kips Bay Show House in Manhattan. Here’s more of what we saw: Rugs Rugs were a custom story everywhere and were often part of the eye candy of the room, to include a few wonderful round rugs and truly to-die-for stair…
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Every year the Kips Bay Decorator Show House draws interior designers from all over the world. The tradition began in 1973 as a fundraiser for the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club and has been a must-see event ever since. The event still raises funds for after-school programming for New York City kids. This year…
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We know the custom interior design process can be a mystery. After all, it’s not every day that you build or renovate a home. One question we’re asked frequently is if we work with builders or subs (contractors) or if we have our own. The answer is both! If you’re building a home and you…
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Custom interior design is different than interior decoration. There’s a unique challenge to create a place that’s beautiful, functional, safe, tailored to the client’s essential essence, and yes, even their conscious and subconscious wants and needs…all on budget. The luxury interior design world is complicated. Dealing with architects, builders and contractors requires finesse, experience and…
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Long before I was a trained, practiced, and multi-award winning luxury interior designer, I was a client. I know first-hand how it feels to be in your shoes. I know what it feels like to: Worry about the budget Hope that the interior designer understands your vision Have a skeptical, busy, or semi-interested partner Hope…
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One of our most frequently asked questions from clients looking to engage us for luxury custom interior design is “How soon can you start our project?” Here’s the good news, bad news, and great news answer: The good news: We are unwavering in the responsibility we feel in being your interior design advocate. That’s why…
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If you’re considering a custom interior designer, you may be wondering about one of the most frequently asked questions we get: Does our design team supply the furniture as part of the gorgeous room design? The answer is yes! And trust me, once you see how thrilling and fun the process can be, you’ll never…
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Whether you’re building a new house or renovating your existing home, you’re probably dreaming of a luxurious new space that will contribute to living your best life. Done well, interiors enhance daily living, helping us relax, entertain, enjoy hobbies, raise our families, and even be more efficient. Most people know how they want a room…
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Nothing makes us happier than a design wish granted! A pair of lovely, long-time clients had always dreamed of an all-white kitchen but didn’t want to deal with the stress of starting over from scratch, so they called on IDH to see if their vision could be achieved without turning their home (or their wallet)…
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I’ve run a luxury interior design firm for 12 years and during that time I’ve seen family after family thrill at the transformations we’ve designed for them in their homes. We get gasps, happy tears, giggles, and yes, hugs too. (I admit…I do like the hugs.) Once again, IDH performed magic when it came to…
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