I've known Buddy since his Cranberry Hole Road days (early '90s, I stumbled in there by accident, and...). He has guided me through two apartment restylings (not renovations) 30 years apart in two NYC boroughs. As others have said, he is a different kind of designer--and so full of ideas that at first it's overwheming, and you might wish you had 10 other homes to fill with his concepts. He sees possibilities that aren't immediately evident, and is a genius at furntiure and picture placement. I had a genuine midcentury table (not a West Elm copy) that I'd had for decades and it was just sitting forlornly in a corner in the new place because I didn't know what to do with it (It didn't seem to fit anywhere). I was also grousing about needing a coffee table and in less than a second Buddy picks up the table with one hand and plops it down in front of my couch (purchased with his guidance), saying, "Here's your coffee table." The table, although not ostensibly a coffee table, works perfectly there, even though I never saw that possibility and was getting ready to dump it on one of those marketplaces. It's a small example, but I think it capsulizes Buddy's approach. He was also spot on when it came to selecting lighting fixtures, and saved me from choosing rugs that would have made my place look like a Miami hotel lobby (I think that's what he said--I know his scathing critique of my choices referenced Florida or the Bahamas), steering me to much more stylish picks. Buddy's also an artist (he constructed and painted a screen for me decades ago--in the Cranberry Hole Road days--that I still use and that visitors still comment on) and a cognitive psychologist, which can come in handy when you're in the emotional throes of a move, a renovation or restyling. Give him a try, even if your place just needs a refresh, a new look. He'll help you choose what you need. Now I'm thinking of seeking his help for a closet renovation. read more

Everytime I walk into my newly renovated apartment, which was so perfectly executed, I feel like I'm the main character in a home makeover show. The 'before' shots would feature a cute home, but with signs of aging. Fraying wooden cabinets, and little to no natural light in my bedroom. Now this is all modernized, updated, and thoughtfully designed. Connecting with Buddy via Yelp's Request a Quote feature was lucky, because I got no replies from other businesses I contacted first or was told they couldn't take on my project. I'm thankful because Buddy was actually the right person with the right vision for my space. I had been living with a not optimized closet space and the aforementioned fraying wooden cabinets, as well as my bedroom lacking natural light for years. I had heard one too many contractor nightmare stories that caused me to be ultra cautious so I hesitated to contact anyone. I once hired a virtual interior designer which was a total waste of time/money. Enter Buddy, who is not only a creative visionary with a solid contractor team he's worked with for over a decade, but he's also a licensed therapist, and says that contributes to how he handles spaces, which totally makes sense. In the first consultation with Buddy, he paced around my space and rattled off so many wild ideas, some of which sounded fantastical and unrealistic but he made into reality. The initial consultation fee initially made me wince but now sounds like such a deal when in hindsight I realize he gave me the blueprint to my beautiful new reality. I would not have thought to float my couch in the middle of the living room instead of against the wall, facing the best feature of my apartment-- the view. When I was concerned about where to put the TV, he came up with a customized solution. A mechanized wooden box where the TV rises and falls with the push of a button. It sounds so futuristic but now it's part of my life. His contractor team is so awesome too. They handled all my things with care, and not only did they not disturb my plants, which we kept in the apartment during the renovation, they took care of them too! So sweet. It's been several months now and living in my transformed space has really changed my relationship with my home. My living situation used to feel compromised, but now it really feels like a thoughtful expression of who I am. I've already hosted several parties and get togethers in my home, because the new space is way more amenable to hosting, something Buddy picked up about me after meeting. Buddy's organization (we worked out of a spreadsheet which was a dream for my Type A self), and responsiveness throughout the process really eased my nerves about the project. He and his team took genuine care of my possessions and space that it made the renovation process almost enjoyable. Thank you Buddy, for transforming the daily experience of being in my space. You really delivered something exceptional. read more

I've worked with Buddy's design and contracting services for the past 22 years, and over that time he has decorated and renovated two of my apartments. One project was a full transformation: kitchen, both bathrooms, and complete interior decorating. He brings a fresh style but also advised us to preserve elements of our home that were worth keeping. He continues to work with us to modernize our apartment while maintaining character. He customized our renovations to make our apartment into a wonderful home. From contracting management to design vision and finishing details, Buddy and his team handle everything seamlessly. Having one person oversee both the aesthetic and the execution makes the process incredibly smooth and cohesive. After more than two decades of working together, I can confidently say his experience, eye for design, and hands-on expertise truly set him apart. We have recommended him to many friends and recommend him to those reading this review. You will be delighted! read more

Had an excellent experience working with Buddy and his team on a full-gut Manhattan renovation. Every single aspect of the apartment had to be redone and they managed the process end-to-end with confidence -- from the early paperwork, architectural drawings, and DOB approvals, all the way through to finishes, punch list, and final walk-through. Buddy was responsive, transparent, and realistic about timelines and options, and his team delivered quality workmanship across the board. The apartment came out beautiful -- exactly what we envisioned -- and the pricing was significantly more reasonable than the large design-build firms we spoke with, without losing any quality in the outcome. I would highly recommend Buddy and his team for anyone considering a full renovation in NYC. They made a daunting project feel manageable and the final result speaks for itself. read more

I used Buddy Warren Home when I moved a few years ago. He took all my own stuff and between the furniture placement and how he arranged the art, it looked great. It was way better than anything I could have done at a a very reasonable cost. Added to that he's a nice, fun person to work with. read more

I used buddy construction for multiple projects across multiple properties ranging from full floor renovations to simple toilet installations and their work is top notch. Always on time, professional, reasonably priced and estimates are very accurate. Will be using again! read more

Amazing showroom with fascinating interior design pieces that reflect the inspired creativity of this artist. I'm addicted to the weekly #BuddyWarrenWednesday videos and blog posts which speak on elements of interior design, artistic expression, decluttering, form, function and beauty. Check out Buddy Warren Inc on FB which I have set to send me notification for new posts which spark my imagination and help give me new ideas on how to personalize my space with flair. read more

Strongly recommend Buddy Warren for home staging. We had to sell my Mom's coop, and Buddy's very appealing staging made the apartment stand out in a crowded market and helped attract a willing buyer. Buddy was highly professional and easy to work with. read more

What an amazing gem! I stumbled in here on my way to an appointment for a quick cup of coffee and was so intrigued by the interior design showroom full of odd and wonderful pieces that I was 30 minutes late. I could spend all day in here. Buddy is a library of knowledge on all things interior design and art. An artist himself, his unique and exceptional taste is apparent in every nook and cranny. The items themselves are one of a kind and fairly priced. Come take a look and let Buddy give your home a makeover. It's well worth the visit. read more

My husband and I started to use Buddy for a small design project for our office. We didn't have a big budget but we needed to make the space look elevated and elegant. What I love about buddy is that he can make anything look impeccable and really listens to what you want. Buddy has gone on to gut-renovate an investment property for us, design for our first home, and completely re-design our office. He's a pleasure to work with and is very talented. read more

Working with Buddy Warren from Cubiculum Home has been an incredible experience from start to finish. We used Cubiculum to design our business space, as well as apartment, and we couldn't be more pleased. Buddy gives attentive, friendly service, staying within our budget and offering suggestions to keep the price as affordable as possible, without sacrificing quality. Renovations can be overwhelming and stressful, especially if you have a busy life, and Buddy made the experience as easy and seamless as possible. If you are looking for a company that handles business with integrity and delivers top notch results, Cubiculum is definitely the way to go. I could not recommend them more highly. read more

Buddy was easy and fun to work with. He came up with wonderful ideas for my bathroom renovation, and in spite of various glitches got it all beautifully done! read more

If you are looking for a designer who updates and repurposes your beloved treasures while shopping for new additions to freshen and change your existing look, Buddy is for you. He is funny and fun to shop with. He knows all the offbeat places to get new one of a kind things to add to your impossible to part with items. He steers you in the right direction without imposing his ideas so that you are part of the design. Nothing generic and boring here. I now have a beautiful eclectic kitchen and living room that says "ME" read more

It's really amazing having a designer and contractor all in one. I really appreciated how Buddy listened exactly to what I wanted for my project and came up with very clever ideas for how to do it within our budget -- I think this is the real difference between him and many other designers/contractors I used before. He will help you use your old stuff in a new way or get, for example, cabinets from Ikea and redesign them so they look all fancy and unique! We bothered him a million times with changing little things and he was always super nice about it, we love the new kitchen he did for us. read more

We are a team of real estate brokers. Buddy is our "go-to" guy for efficient, cost-sensitive projects. He has a reliable sense of work ethics and is honest. Buddy is an "out of box thinker" and will brainstorm any presenting issues until he has his a solution. He is kind and low-drama. You are lucky to use Buddy for any reno project- he is wonderful. read more

Absent from my home, yet needing someone to be on the ground for me, Cubiculum Home oversaw everything I needed to have done on my apartment- from design issues and 'the big picture', to the 'nuts and bolts' of logistics with my tenant and various contractors and specialists. Quick and personable! read more