Decoration Services

Transform your Manhattan residence into a reflection of your success through our interior decoration services. We curate spaces that celebrate both your personal aesthetic and your building's distinguished character, where morning light reveals the subtle interplay of carefully selected furnishings and the architectural details that make each home unique. Our approach honors the craftsmanship of Manhattan's most distinguished buildings while introducing contemporary comfort and sophisticated personal expression that enhances both daily living and long-term property value.

Financial District penthouse redesign showcasing a dark wood unit from Molteni and a solid wood slab custom coffee table

What Is Interior Decoration?

Interior decoration services focus on the aesthetic enhancement of existing spaces through furniture, art, textiles, and styling—without structural modifications. Our approach honors architectural heritage while introducing contemporary comfort and sophisticated personal expression that reflects your achievements and lifestyle.

Unlike generic styling services, we understand how Manhattan's unique building character influences every design decision. From Park Avenue's prewar elegance to Tribeca's sophistication, we create environments that feel both authentically rooted and contemporary.

Perfect For:

  • Luxury properties needing a tailored aesthetic
  • Recently purchased dream homes needing a complete design
  • Existing spaces requiring a lasting aesthetic without construction disruption
  • Homeowners seeking immediate, impactful transformation

NOT Perfect For:

  • Homeowners looking for a fast staging solution for resale only
  • Clients who value speed and low cost over lasting quality
  • Properties needing a big box aesthetic instead of a tailored design
  • Short-term properties needing fake luxury market appeal

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Decoration opt. 1

Perfect for: Homes requiring complete styling with custom elements

Investment Range: Starting at 5 % of the property's value

Timeline: Approx. 12 - 16 weeks

What's Included:

  • Initial design consultation and style discovery
  • Furniture and lighting selection from premier sources
  • Color palette and material coordination
  • Custom window treatments and drapery
  • Bespoke furniture pieces and custom upholstery
  • Art curation and placement guidance
  • Final installation and styling
  • Professional organizing
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Decoration opt. 2

Scope of Work: Luxury residences requiring high-quality curation and exclusive elements

Investment Range: Starting at 10 % of the property's value

Timeline: Approx. 4 - 6 months

What's Included:

  • Everything in Signature Decoration, plus
  • Exclusive designer collaborations and limited editions
  • One-of-a-kind commissioned art and furniture pieces
  • International sourcing and European acquisition
  • Comprehensive art acquisition and commissioning
  • White-glove installation with museum-quality handling
  • Ongoing curatorial services and collection management
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Investment and Timeline

Investment varies based on scope, custom elements, and sourcing requirements. All projects include comprehensive design development, premium sourcing, and professional installation coordination with ongoing support.

Typical Investment Range:5 % - 10% of the property's value
Project Duration:Approx. 12 - 24 weeks depending on scope
Payment Structure:Initial design fee based on the space and scope of work

Decoration Process

We specialize in creating tailored homes for clients who seek not only exclusive design but also a deeper connection to the pieces they acquire and choose to live with.

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discovery and vision

week 1 - week 2

curation and selection

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curation and selection

week 2 - week 4

coordination and refinement

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coordination and refinement

week 6 - week 10

installation and completion

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installation and completion

week 12 - week 24

What's Included

Design Development

  • Comprehensive lifestyle and aesthetic discovery
  • Architectural analysis and furniture layout
  • Color palette and material selection
  • Mood boards and visual presentations

Sourcing and Selection

  • Exclusive access to premier design houses and showrooms
  • Custom furniture design and coordination
  • Art curation from galleries and private collections
  • Textile and accessory selection from luxury sources

Project Management

  • Vendor coordination and procurement oversight
  • Quality control and delivery management
  • Professional installation and museum-quality styling
  • Final walkthrough with styling adjustments

Ongoing Support

  • Care instructions for all furnishings and art
  • Seasonal styling recommendations
  • Access to exclusive design events and previews

Erika transformed our Carnegie Hill apartment into a sophisticated sanctuary that honors the building's 1920s character while feeling completely contemporary. Every guest comments on the extraordinary attention to detail and the way each piece feels perfectly chosen for our lifestyle.

Sarah and Michael Chen

Carnegie Hill

The curation process was like working with a museum director who understood both our personal style and our building's architectural significance. Our home now feels like a private gallery that we actually live in.

Jennifer Walsh

Upper East Side

Frequently Asked Questions

Interior decoration services focus on aesthetic enhancement through furnishings, art, and styling without structural changes, while interior design includes space planning and minor architectural modifications.

Absolutely. We expertly integrate cherished pieces with new selections to create cohesive, sophisticated environments that honor both your personal history and architectural context.

[PLACEHOLDER - 2-hour comprehensive consultation including architectural analysis, lifestyle assessment, and preliminary style direction with follow-up recommendations]

Our 30 years of Manhattan experience includes deep knowledge of architectural periods, appropriate styling approaches, and exclusive relationships with sources specializing in period-appropriate luxury furnishings.

A: [PLACEHOLDER - Budget approach and flexibility options]

The 5-day style refresh

Discover how to transform your living space from a source of stress into a sanctuary of calm and personal style. This guide offers a practical 5-day approach to refreshing your home environment, designed specifically for busy professionals who need their space to support their wellbeing. Each day focuses on one simple but impactful change that will dramatically improve how your home feels and functions.

The 5-day style refresh