I am very happy with my decision to use Affordable Interior Design and with Stephanie, the designer…read moreI worked with. First, the design questionnaire was excellent - especially for someone like me who doesn't know much about interior design. It was able to identify my design preferences by showing different living rooms and asking which ones were to my liking. In addition, its questions served as a great preparation for the home visit, so Stephanie came well prepared for our meeting. Stephanie was very creative, professional, and helpful throughout the process. When she visited my place, we decided on a design together, in an efficient process, where she was able to translate my needs and preferences to interior design decisions and furniture choices. After two weeks, she assembled a furniture shopping list, within the budget I requested. I purchased all items she suggested. The furniture items were sourced from many furniture stores and I felt she did an excellent job finding items that were beautiful, fit the overall design, and reasonably priced. I get nothing but compliments about my place (even from my Architect friend who is quite stingy with design related complements...). Well done Stephanie! As to the cost-effectiveness of the service - had I done this process myself (even with friends help), I would have surely spent more time, more money, getting worse results. Finally, the service was well structured and transparent. Good stuff overall.

Paulina helped us get our dream bathroom! She has such a great eye and helped us save money on a…read morelot of materials too because she knew the right places to look. It's my favorite room in our house now, and I'm excited to work with AID on our kitchen renovation too.

Love this business! Wish I had more windows. They have a large selection of curtains, rods, and…read moreshades that you will not find anywhere else. Staff is so helpful and follows up on your satisfaction.

Can't say enough great things about Coco and Lisa Ontiveros. Love love love Lisa and the beautiful…read morework she has done on our house to date. She has exquisite taste and has been so patient in working with our budget and timing. She took the time to really get to know me and my family, my personality, likes and dislikes and lifestyle and brought it all together to give me the look and functionality that I want and need. The extra bonus is I now have a wonderful new friend also. I highly recommend Coco!

After moving into our new house, my wife and I contacted Design Macs to help furnish and decorate…read moreour house. Marissa and her design team put together a detailed plan, including virtual design plans where we were able to see all their ideas and designs. The team presented us with various layouts for all the different areas of the house, and after selecting our preferred options the team went to work finding great furniture options for each room. We were presented multiple options for each piece of furniture and visuals to help us see how everything looked together. After making our selections, the team did a great job of keeping us updated on the status of all of our items. They arranged to have our items delivered to their warehouse to minimize the deliveries to our house, which worked out great. Once the majority of our items arrived, we scheduled a moving day where the team was on hand to make sure everything was delivered and placed exactly where it was supposed to go (and they made sure no items were damaged). Marissa and team did an amazing job transforming our new house into our home! The layouts and décor they put together for our home are amazing! We feel like we are now living in a home you'd see on HGTV. I would highly recommend Design Macs for any home projects and will definitely be using them again in the future for other projects!

Marissa and her team were up for the challenge when we wanted to combine two apartments in a…read morepre-war Manhattan building that's more than 100 years old. Throughout this ambitious project, they proved to be optimistic problem solvers. They seamlessly worked with the engineer and contractor to install central air conditioning, navigated the demands of the building's board, and met the ever-changing requirements of the city's building department. Marissa assured our place would be different from everyone else's by reflecting my eclectic style of mid-century modern, contemporary, industrial and LA glam. My wife and I share the core value of spending time with those we love. Because of Marissa's creativity and attention to detail, our beautiful home is the perfect place to do that.

I am a principal of High End Construction, LLC, a general contractor in the Riverdale, New York…read more I have worked on numerous projects where Chaim Sharp of Pyramid Design Group was the architect and/or interior designer. Chaim's many years of experience helped us avoid costly mistakes and overruns. His understanding of space and finishes is 2nd to none, and his attention to detail made me and my company look great, and helped us land many additional projects. I highly recommend Pyramid Design Group and hope to be doing many more projects together with them in the future.

Pyramid Design Group is a great company to work with. I called them in for architectural and…read moredecorating advice, and they were able to see the problems that other designers missed. The re-design started with 2 rooms, we were very pleased with the results. We will soon start working on additional areas of the house with them. We have also recommended them to family and friends.

I had a wonderful stress free experience with Ella Design Studio having my 4 piece sectional…read morereupholstered. Andrea worked so hard in helping me pick my fabric, price and completion of the job. When I walked into the studio I can see many of the pieces that were already completed so I felt very confident it would come out great but I could never imagined that my 38 year old sectional would come out more beautiful than I could imagine. Andrea and her staff were so accommodating and pleasant and I highly recommend them. Thank you all!

We had Ella's Design Studio (upholstery) make new cushions for the banquette in our kitchen, and…read morethe experience was outstanding. Yuri, who I believe is one of the owners, was incredible to work with. The measurements were spot on, the craftsmanship was top-notch, and the attention to detail was exceptional -- the kind of quality that truly elevates the finished product. A few years ago, we used a different upholstery company in Ossining that unfortunately ruined our furniture (they'll remain nameless). It was a costly lesson that sometimes you really do get what you pay for. With Ella's Design Studio, you get the best -- skilled work, professionalism, and beautiful results. Highly recommended!

Jim consulted with me several times on my gut renovation project and provided expert advice. He…read morebrings expertise from two decades of experience to the table, and also his work is of impeccable quality. I saw a passive house he was gut renovating in Park Slope, and it was absolutely stunning! Jim knows how to preserve historic details while bringing the design into the modern era in a tasteful, classic way. He exudes calmness and wisdom and is a pleasure to be around. Full disclosure in that I ultimately had to choose a less experienced architect because Jim's fee, although completely reasonable given his level of skill and expertise, was a bit out of our price range.

Jim was great to work with. We did a semi-gut renovation in 3 bedroom/2 bathroom apt. The quality…read moreof his work and suggestions were exactly what we wanted based on my husband and my feedback. Jim is very detailed and each week during renovation, we had him manage the project with the contractor to ensure the final output was done properly. Most Manhattan apartments are not symmetrical, so the early stage on doing things a certain way goes a long way on the final look. He understands plumbing, and electrical well to communicate to our contractors. He referred us to a HVAC engineer. When it came to interior design, we had Sarah who provided feedback and suppliers information. She was also very helpful. Jim knows the DOB process well and helped us resolved many issues even during covid and DOB rule changed in 2020 and 2021. We also had him manage the project with the contractors. The contractors don't have the same design eyes and were a bit sloppy and forgetful so it was imperative to have Jim help us. Urban charges by the hour and provided an accurate estimate of the cost. Make sure what projects he's working on so he can allocate time properly. In the beginning with the design drawing schematic, it took a while cause he was on a couple of brownstone projects but overall still have a very positive experience with Jim. He was responsive.

Allison was professional, receptive, remained within scope and answered all our questions…read morepointedly. Allison spent a good amount of time learning about us, our interests, our house, our lifestyle, our preferences and was able to quickly to pull together an overall ensemble that reflects who we are. We had been struggling with onesie-twosie choices and purchases without seeing the overall picture of the place. We are so happy with the design that Allison has created for us, within our tight budget. This was the best birthday present to myself. Allison hit the nail on the head and I didn't even know where to put the nail in my apartment! I also like that Allison was available for four more questions after the phone call, because there were a few more items that we needed to confirm.

Hands down the best money I've spent all year. I had A+ service from beginning to end and am…read morethrilled with the result. From the initial call with Megan, my time with Stephanie (my designer), the shopping service and ultimately, the design outcome of my spaces - I am so happy with the value and service I received. Everyone was super responsive and willing to help. And the most important part... the design! Stephanie took all my parameters in mind (designing around my dog (durable fabrics and rugs), affordability, aesthetic, color preferences, etc.) and came up with the most gorgeous living/dining/entry and bedroom designs. I could have never come up with the design myself and I know she saved me hours of analysis paralysis, shopping, measuring and questioning my own decisions. And on the first try! I had no changes to her initial design. I'm in love and contemplating using them for the rest of the house! Thank you Affordable Interior Design and your team!!

Hiring Barrett Oswald Designs for the interior design of our complete renovation was one of the…read morebest decisions we made. From start to finish, Barrett and her team were indispensable advisers, guiding us through every step with expertise, creativity, and genuine care. Not only is Barrett a gifted designer, but she also has a deep knowledge of all aspects of home renovation and was a valued consultant at every stage of the project. Barrett's partner, MaryBeth, oversaw the project management, meticulously handling every detail from wallpaper and hardware to window treatments, furniture, bedding, and pillows. Her attention to detail was exceptional, and nothing escaped her care--a feat that's truly impressive given the size of the project. Their team also includes an interior architect who carefully planned our space so that each piece of furniture fits perfectly. Barrett and MaryBeth provided exceptional client service. They are excellent communicators and were responsive at all times. It was truly remarkable! Our project is now complete, and it is both stunningly beautiful and perfectly functional for our lifestyle. The design is cohesive throughout, with each space feeling peaceful and purposeful. My husband and I couldn't be happier with the outcome--it is truly our dream home! I cannot recommend Barrett Oswald Designs highly enough. Their talent, dedication, and genuine commitment to our project went above and beyond our expectations. Even better, they were an absolute pleasure to work with every step of the way. You won't find a more professional, talented, and trustworthy team than Barrett and MaryBeth. We couldn't have done it without them!

We did a major renovation on our home and turned to Barrett Oswald Designs for help with our…read morekitchen. I had a vision but couldn't quite bring it to life on my own. That's when Barrett walked in and, with her incredible eye for design, instantly knew how to transform the space. She has an amazing ability to make any room look beautiful while ensuring it feels cohesive and functional. Her ideas elevated the design beyond what I had imagined. MaryBeth made the entire process seamless (and painless!) with her responsiveness, organization, and attention to detail. She kept everything on track, made decision-making easy, and even managed to bring some humor into the mix--no small feat during a renovation! Together, they are an amazing team--thoughtful, creative, and truly invested in making your home feel like yours. If you're looking for designers who bring expertise, collaboration, and sanity to the process, Barrett Oswald Designs is the way to go!