Fan-tastic. I kinda…read morefelt weird about hiring a designer for my space, but I'm glad I did. Use What You Have basically helps you rearrange what you have into a better layout, then offers options for further customization on your own. They'll help you move furniture, go through catalogs, look online, and just be really collaborative in the design process. I pretty much hated all of my furniture, so we didn't do too much rearranging (besides for placeholding purposes), but we spent a ton of time going over purchasing options. In the end, we put together a full design plan for each area of the space, with specific pieces to model against or just buy right out. I worked with Tracy, one of their senior designers, but they only charged me the junior designer rate, which was nice. She was great to work with, and even dealt with my large, overly-nosy pit bull like a champ. And she bought me lunch. Price-wise, expect $350 for a standard sized room, $700 for a "double" room. I did almost my entire loft for about $1200 including travel fees to Brooklyn. I was hoping to get lucky and do the whole thing for $350, but they do measure, and they stick to their fee schedule pretty closely. Whatever though, it was well worth it for what I wanted.

I used these decorating services 15 years ago and was thrilled with the outcome. Designer Lauri…read moreWard gave me fantastic referrals to upholsterers, cabinet makers, window treatments, lighting, etc. The best part was the quality of the people doing the work as well as their prices. When my husband and I recently moved into a new apartment it was a no brainer to contact Lauri Ward again. Two weeks ago, Lauri came to my apartment and created a plan for each room. Her suggestions were simple, practical and elegant, which was just what we wanted. I am implementing the plan confidently and am so grateful for being able to let go of the stress of redesigning on a limited budget. Being a novice in the world of interior design requires assistance and Lauri Ward's has been invaluable! I unconditionally recommend Lauri's firm for any redecorating project. The clearly written costs stated upfront will ease any concern about getting in over your head. Decorating mistakes can be costly, so it's worth consulting an expert upfront. Good luck on your project!

Byrna did a beautiful job on our well-worn Mitchell Gold-Bob Williams chairs. They look better than…read morenew. And the choice of foam gives them an attractive firmness. No more sinking into the cushion. I recommend her wholeheartedly.

Byrna is a master at her craft! Her vision, skill level, attention to detail and bright personality…read moreare unmatched in this space. I am so happy with the quality of recommended fabric and finished product for my ottoman and look forward toy next project!

I have been working with Nicole for several years now. She has helped us redecorate our dining…read moreroom, which is now featured on her website, replaced all downstairs window treatments, reupholstered furniture and has started to help with our master bedroom. Nicole is a joy to work with. She understands how to combine beautiful with practical. She listens and immediately got what I was looking for. I am not a person who can deal with 1000 choices so she is great at narrowing things down for me. She is cost conscious and her prices are very reasonable for such high quality work. Everyone she has recommended - wallpaper hanger, hanging window treatments etc - has been great. This place is a gem.

I have used Nicole Interiors over the years often for upholstery, wallpaper and window treatments…read more I HIGHLY recommend their services. Nicole is lovely to work with, as is everyone else there. I love that her father started the business as an upholsterer and that it is a local, independently owned business. Nicole has a huge selection of fabrics and great taste. She works around your requests nicely, yet has good suggestions. Nicole will also come to your home. Their pricing is very fair and competitive.

Deanna is the Best interior designer in the industry. Her work is highly sought after by world…read morerenowned business tycoons, celebrities and world leaders. Her designs are impeccable and timeless. Her designs add value and character to every space. Deno Talbot

Working with Alicia, the lead designer of Broooklinteriors made my life easier and way more…read morebeautiful! I found Brooklinteriors on instagram and was originally struck by how, unlike many designers, Alicia did not adhere to a single style across all her projects, but really understood the style of each client. I checked a bunch of her references (because I was very nervous about finding someone on social media!) and they all said the same thing: you get so much more than what you're paying for when you work with Brooklinteriors. I have found that to be true a hundred times over. Alicia helped us put the finishing touches on our home renovation project--sourcing and positioning cabinet pulls, fixing lighting problems, and designing and upholstering a window seat cushion. Then we moved on the furnishings--the fun part. After creating a inspiration board, Alicia researched and presented me with many options for dining tables, couches, chairs, and more. I was struck by all the interesting, often local, and affordable companies she sourced pieces from--pillows from two sisters who are based in my neighborhood, a USA made leather ottoman with a cool table that nests on top-- she introduced me to so many brands and craftsmen that I had never heard of! She found gorgeous art and accessories made by artists that we are very happy to showcase in our home. Alicia managed the ordering, schedule, and even a couple tricky returns/refunds for everything we picked. She is meticulous and her attention to detail throughout the entire process was super-human! Throughout the project, she was respectful of our budget--never suggesting or pushing anything outrageous and often finding pieces that were priced lower than I anticipated paying. She was also very open to feedback, if a piece wasn't quite right, she wasn't married to it, and would quickly find new options for that space. The overall effect is a home that truly represents our lifestyle and aesthetic, but with more unique and interesting elements than we could have designed on our own. I'm eager to do another part of my house so Alicia can work with us again. That being said, she never really stops working on a project--she thinks of me often for little additions (like art) that we may want to add to the space and pops by whenever I have questions about what to do next. I started working with Alicia at a time when our lives were pretty chaotic--I was starting my own business and moving into a new home, among other things--it was so nice to have Alicia leading the design. She made my life SO MUCH EASIER and besides that, she's just a lovely human being to have around.

I have loved Brooklinteriors work for awhile, and finally had a chance to work with her when my…read morehusband and I were designing our nursery. I am so happy! Her guidance on everything from furniture placement to accents to wall decor was not only spot on, but she had tremendous patience as we changed our mind often and would start again on ideas or concepts. When things arrived we didn't like, she quickly helped us pivot, and was always available via FaceTime to look at the room with us. She also took into account the materials being safe for our baby, which is so important. Her work is beautiful, personalized and thoughtful and if you're looking for a designer I would recommend Brooklinteriors 10/10!!

Would highly recommend using Lumen Homes to decorate your home. Olya was extremely helpful and…read morequickly got a grasp of my taste. She was very responsive and eager to provide the best possible service. The home was setup beautifully and in a timely manner. The selection available is also much better than a lot of their competitors.

My husband and I went here to look for new furniture. Staff was very helpful. We got high quality…read morefurniture for a reasonable price. It was delivered as promised. Very pleasant experience.

Renovating an apartment in NYC can be daunting...unless you're smart, and hire Clare. From day one,…read moreshe made the process seamless and fun. Her insight based on years of experience dealing with the intricacies of this city, and her work ethic are the combination you need to get started. My project is completed and I'm thrilled with the results -- in no small part thanks to Clare. We should all love the space we're in...stop thinking about how to improve yours and just do it! STEP ONE: CALL CLARE!

My husband and I cannot speak highly enough about Clare Donohue & 121 Studio Kitchen and Bath…read moreDesign. Clare has impeccable taste, high quality standards, and is masterful at understanding construction and dealing with contractors and subcontractors. Clare worked with us on planning and managing a gut renovation project on a pre-war apartment. We had a lengthy co-op board approval process and issues involving the Landmarks Commission. Without Clare's help, we wouldn't have survived these processes. Clare is superb at communicating, followup, and anticipating and preventing problems. She is resourceful and has wonderful contacts for things like speciality painting. We are thrilled with our apartment and love Clare's design. We would hire Clare again in a heartbeat and recommend her, without reservation, to anyone considering any sized project.

We needed to sell our home quickly, and we couldn't have done it without Karen and Nicole! They…read moretransformed our (cluttered!) family two bedroom condo into a beautiful space that looked like it could have been in the pages of a magazine. Still, it felt warm, welcoming and comfortable to live in...which we did throughout the sales process. The most incredible "before and after" was our large balcony, which the team layered with color and texture. Our home sold within a week!

Karen and Nicole at The Real Estate Studio Design are amazing! They staged my five-bedroom,…read morefive-bath brownstone in Hoboken so beautifully that it sold with a cash offer within 24 hours. Karen's impeccable eye for flow and minimal style matched mine perfectly, and she truly understands the Hoboken market. Nicole's artistic background added the perfect finishing touches. Highly recommend this talented, professional team!