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| Interior Design / Architecture |
Amy Lau Designs creates refined, elegant, and optimistic spaces that are more curated than decorated.
Since its inception in 2001, trhe design studio has attracted prestigious residential and commercial
clients like Elvis Costelloand Elie Tahari.
This year New York Magazine included Amy Lau as one of the Next Garde,
and House Beautiful named her a young designer to watch.
Traditional home recognized her as a Fresh designer honoree, and Metropolitan Home included her is a psecial section
devoted to Who's Next. She has also been featured in Elle Decor,
The New York Times, New York Spaces and House & Garden
For design service inquiries please contact amy@amylaudesign.com
http://www.amylaudesign.com
Since its inception in 2001, trhe design studio has attracted prestigious residential and commercial
clients like Elvis Costelloand Elie Tahari.
This year New York Magazine included Amy Lau as one of the Next Garde,
and House Beautiful named her a young designer to watch.
Traditional home recognized her as a Fresh designer honoree, and Metropolitan Home included her is a psecial section
devoted to Who's Next. She has also been featured in Elle Decor,
The New York Times, New York Spaces and House & Garden
For design service inquiries please contact amy@amylaudesign.com
http://www.amylaudesign.com
Clodagh's design mantra is cleanse, clarify, contemplate and create.
These principals translate into the creation of the
Clodagh Collection - an online gallery dedicated to Clodagh's very own design resources.
The Collection is a gathering of admired artists, private label, and licensed products.
It features an array of home furnishings, including furniture, lighting, fine art, textiles, carpets and home accesories.
For more information please contact the Clodagh design studio PH: 212-780 - 5300 or info@clodagh.com
http://www.clodaghcollection.com/index.php
These principals translate into the creation of the
Clodagh Collection - an online gallery dedicated to Clodagh's very own design resources.
The Collection is a gathering of admired artists, private label, and licensed products.
It features an array of home furnishings, including furniture, lighting, fine art, textiles, carpets and home accesories.
For more information please contact the Clodagh design studio PH: 212-780 - 5300 or info@clodagh.com
http://www.clodaghcollection.com/index.php
HAUS INTERIOR
WHAT IS HAUS INTERIOR? Haus Interior is a full service interior design firm, offering design and
decorating for private residences, showcases, model residences and commercial space.
WHY HAUS INTERIOR? Haus Interior is a collaborative team of published interior designers. With shared
creative vision, interdisciplinary approach and our professional experience we are able to ensure each
project is completed with absolute rigor and inventiveness.
HAUS INTERIOR Flagship Store 250 Elizabeth Street NY NY 10012 - 212 741 0455
http://hausinterior.com
info@hausinterior.com
WHAT IS HAUS INTERIOR? Haus Interior is a full service interior design firm, offering design and
decorating for private residences, showcases, model residences and commercial space.
WHY HAUS INTERIOR? Haus Interior is a collaborative team of published interior designers. With shared
creative vision, interdisciplinary approach and our professional experience we are able to ensure each
project is completed with absolute rigor and inventiveness.
HAUS INTERIOR Flagship Store 250 Elizabeth Street NY NY 10012 - 212 741 0455
http://hausinterior.com
info@hausinterior.com
“Thom Filicia Home”
No living, working designer can include a list of credentials as diverse and fascinating as these: One of House
Beautiful’s Top 100 Designers and House & Garden’s Top 50 Tastemakers for 2006. An Emmy Award for a
breakout, standout tv show. Appearances on Oprah, Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Ellen DeGeneres and The
View. Host and the driving force behind the highly acclaimed Style Network’s Tacky House and Dress My
Nest. Thom Filicia—fresh, vibrant and extremely accessible, has achieved all this and much more.
An environmentally conscious designer for the past 10 years, Thom received a Bachelor of Interior Design
at Syracuse University’s School of Art and Design and has worked at the most venerable firms in NYC
including Parish-Hadley, Robert Metzger and Jeffrey Bilhuber. He was a contributing author to The New
York Times' best selling book, Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: The Fab 5's Guide to Looking Better, Cooking
Better, Dressing Better, Behaving Better, and Living Better, has appeared in multiple national advertising
campaigns and partnered with some of the world’s most prestigious brands, including American Express,
Audi, Amana, Kimberly Clark, Xerox and Electrolux.
please contact: Thom Filicia Inc. www.thomfilicia.com/home | info@thomfilicia.com
No living, working designer can include a list of credentials as diverse and fascinating as these: One of House
Beautiful’s Top 100 Designers and House & Garden’s Top 50 Tastemakers for 2006. An Emmy Award for a
breakout, standout tv show. Appearances on Oprah, Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Ellen DeGeneres and The
View. Host and the driving force behind the highly acclaimed Style Network’s Tacky House and Dress My
Nest. Thom Filicia—fresh, vibrant and extremely accessible, has achieved all this and much more.
An environmentally conscious designer for the past 10 years, Thom received a Bachelor of Interior Design
at Syracuse University’s School of Art and Design and has worked at the most venerable firms in NYC
including Parish-Hadley, Robert Metzger and Jeffrey Bilhuber. He was a contributing author to The New
York Times' best selling book, Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: The Fab 5's Guide to Looking Better, Cooking
Better, Dressing Better, Behaving Better, and Living Better, has appeared in multiple national advertising
campaigns and partnered with some of the world’s most prestigious brands, including American Express,
Audi, Amana, Kimberly Clark, Xerox and Electrolux.
please contact: Thom Filicia Inc. www.thomfilicia.com/home | info@thomfilicia.com
www.aerostudios.com
Thomas O' Brien
Thomas O Brien is an interior and home furnishings designer based in New York City. He is the founder and
president of Aero Studios, a leadeing multi disciplinary design firm, and the proprietor of Aero Limited the
influential home boutique that is the retail extension of the studio.
http://www.aerostudios.com
Thomas O' Brien
Thomas O Brien is an interior and home furnishings designer based in New York City. He is the founder and
president of Aero Studios, a leadeing multi disciplinary design firm, and the proprietor of Aero Limited the
influential home boutique that is the retail extension of the studio.
http://www.aerostudios.com
For over 40 years, Suffolk Designer Lighting has been a leader in illumination. Today, the
business serves the entire East Coast from its home in Southampton. SDL stocks hundreds of
fixtures from more than 450 manufacturers in newly renovated 8000 square foot showroom. In
addition, SDL carries various home accessories and decorating items to supplement our customers'
lighting needs.
business serves the entire East Coast from its home in Southampton. SDL stocks hundreds of
fixtures from more than 450 manufacturers in newly renovated 8000 square foot showroom. In
addition, SDL carries various home accessories and decorating items to supplement our customers'
lighting needs.
| Lighting Designers |
Lighting Design Collaborative was founded in 1978, and is incorporated in
the State of Pennsylvania.
During the early 1980’s, LDC established a presence in New York City where it continues to
have an office. Major commissions from this office include: Smith Barney Headquarters,
NY, NY Museum of Racing, Saratoga Springs, NY Statue of Liberty – Interiors, NY, NY
Remington Museum, Albany, NY SOHO Headquarters, Cleveland OH BWI International
Airport, Baltimore, MD
As a response to the late 1970’s energy crisis, the firm undertook a yearlong commission to
develop electrical componentry and task, ambient, and task/ambient lighting fixtures to
become a part of Canadian furniture manufacturer, Interiors International Limited (iil).
The owner John Geiger has since changed the firm name to Geiger International and
moved their manufacturing facilities to Atlanta Ga. This commission gave LDC immediate
recognition to the then new industry of Interior Design
New York, 27 West 24th Street Suite 507 New York, NY 10010 Phone: 212.645.6040
the State of Pennsylvania.
During the early 1980’s, LDC established a presence in New York City where it continues to
have an office. Major commissions from this office include: Smith Barney Headquarters,
NY, NY Museum of Racing, Saratoga Springs, NY Statue of Liberty – Interiors, NY, NY
Remington Museum, Albany, NY SOHO Headquarters, Cleveland OH BWI International
Airport, Baltimore, MD
As a response to the late 1970’s energy crisis, the firm undertook a yearlong commission to
develop electrical componentry and task, ambient, and task/ambient lighting fixtures to
become a part of Canadian furniture manufacturer, Interiors International Limited (iil).
The owner John Geiger has since changed the firm name to Geiger International and
moved their manufacturing facilities to Atlanta Ga. This commission gave LDC immediate
recognition to the then new industry of Interior Design
New York, 27 West 24th Street Suite 507 New York, NY 10010 Phone: 212.645.6040
Cline Bettridge Bernstein Lighting Design is dedicated to creating sustainable designs that
enhance the grace, utility, and comfort of architectural spaces. Francesca Bettridge and Stephen Bernstein
established the firm with the late Carroll Cline in 1985. The two play active roles in every project, providing an
exceptional level of personal service.
The New York based firm is a member of the United States Green Building Council and to date, has designed over
thirty LEED® specified projects. CBBLD designers are at the forefront of new lighting technology. We pioneered
the use of LEDs in architectural lighting and constantly strive to utilize newer, more efficient technology.
Cline Bettridge Bernstein Lighting Design
30 West 22nd Street, 4th Floor
PH: 212-741-3280
enhance the grace, utility, and comfort of architectural spaces. Francesca Bettridge and Stephen Bernstein
established the firm with the late Carroll Cline in 1985. The two play active roles in every project, providing an
exceptional level of personal service.
The New York based firm is a member of the United States Green Building Council and to date, has designed over
thirty LEED® specified projects. CBBLD designers are at the forefront of new lighting technology. We pioneered
the use of LEDs in architectural lighting and constantly strive to utilize newer, more efficient technology.
Cline Bettridge Bernstein Lighting Design
30 West 22nd Street, 4th Floor
PH: 212-741-3280
Levy Lighting NYC
For two decades Ira Levy has been in the gratifying position of being able to express his love for
light. Ira fuses a unique architectural imagination with theatrical inventiveness and technical
proficiency to produce a synergy that creates mood as well as enhances people's lives. Each project
receives detailed and personal attention from conception to completion.
Why did you start Levy Lighting NYC?
I felt the creative side calling me. I was working as a liaison between a fixture manufacturer and
lighting designers, utilizing my technical knowledge to translate the client's vision into reality. But I
wanted to work with the entire gamut of lamps and fixtures in order to fully exercise my
imagination in the service of clients. I love "painting" the "canvas" of space with lighting that's
designed to create a mood and enhance people's lives.
Levy Lighting NYC 347 West 36th Street New York NY, 10018 PH: 212-925-4640
For two decades Ira Levy has been in the gratifying position of being able to express his love for
light. Ira fuses a unique architectural imagination with theatrical inventiveness and technical
proficiency to produce a synergy that creates mood as well as enhances people's lives. Each project
receives detailed and personal attention from conception to completion.
Why did you start Levy Lighting NYC?
I felt the creative side calling me. I was working as a liaison between a fixture manufacturer and
lighting designers, utilizing my technical knowledge to translate the client's vision into reality. But I
wanted to work with the entire gamut of lamps and fixtures in order to fully exercise my
imagination in the service of clients. I love "painting" the "canvas" of space with lighting that's
designed to create a mood and enhance people's lives.
Levy Lighting NYC 347 West 36th Street New York NY, 10018 PH: 212-925-4640
Michael Mariotti Interior Design
According to interior designer Michael Mariotti, quality of life and happiness go hand-in-hand with
a well-designed home. “If you are comfortable in your environment, then you will be better
equipped to face life’s challenges,” he strongly believes. While Mariotti’s clients have different
criteria for their houses, the interior designer’s common thread is his ability to make each home a
reflection of the client’s best qualities. His philosophy and approach creates homes that are smart,
inspiring, and ultimately functional.
As concerns for the environment have increased, so has Mariotti’s inclusion of eco-sensitive
products and finishes with naturally aesthetic qualities. Bamboo and cork flooring, natural textiles,
and recycled tile have been incorporated into recent projects. Energy-efficient LED lighting is also
regularly used in conjunction with ample natural light.
Michael Mariotti Interior Design 979 Third Avenue, NYC (212) 753-2220
According to interior designer Michael Mariotti, quality of life and happiness go hand-in-hand with
a well-designed home. “If you are comfortable in your environment, then you will be better
equipped to face life’s challenges,” he strongly believes. While Mariotti’s clients have different
criteria for their houses, the interior designer’s common thread is his ability to make each home a
reflection of the client’s best qualities. His philosophy and approach creates homes that are smart,
inspiring, and ultimately functional.
As concerns for the environment have increased, so has Mariotti’s inclusion of eco-sensitive
products and finishes with naturally aesthetic qualities. Bamboo and cork flooring, natural textiles,
and recycled tile have been incorporated into recent projects. Energy-efficient LED lighting is also
regularly used in conjunction with ample natural light.
Michael Mariotti Interior Design 979 Third Avenue, NYC (212) 753-2220
| Furniture Designers |
BDDW
A small American furniture company dedicated to the creation of well crafted timeless designs.
Tyler Hays, a painter and sculptor, is the company founder and head designer. BDDW is known for
their heirloom quality solid wood furniture, traditionally joined, in select domestic hardwoods.
Their finishes are all hand rubbed with natural oils and lacquers. In beds, tables, seating, lamps and
storage, BDDW has created dozens of classics and is constantly producing new and innovative work
5 CROSBY STREET NEW YORK, NY 10013
T 212 625 1230 - F 212 625 1215 INFO@BDDW.COM
HOURS M-F 10-6 SAT 12-6 SUN CLOSED
A small American furniture company dedicated to the creation of well crafted timeless designs.
Tyler Hays, a painter and sculptor, is the company founder and head designer. BDDW is known for
their heirloom quality solid wood furniture, traditionally joined, in select domestic hardwoods.
Their finishes are all hand rubbed with natural oils and lacquers. In beds, tables, seating, lamps and
storage, BDDW has created dozens of classics and is constantly producing new and innovative work
5 CROSBY STREET NEW YORK, NY 10013
T 212 625 1230 - F 212 625 1215 INFO@BDDW.COM
HOURS M-F 10-6 SAT 12-6 SUN CLOSED
Pompanoosuc Mills
Pompanoosuc Mills handcrafts hardwood furnishings for home and office that are beautiful, functional and
durable enough for everyday use. We design, manufacture and deliver our furniture for each customer
according to their desires allowing us to set the standard for craft, service and life-long customer
experience.
Pompanoosuc Mills is dedicated to total customer satisfaction. We are equally committed to
manufacturing in Vermont and to the sustainable growth of our company and its employees. We strive to
be a responsible member of our community and will continue to work closely with our neighbors and town
as we grow. We want to help make our community a better place to live and to work.
New York City newyork@pompy.com 212 226.5960 800 718.8608
Pompanoosuc Mills handcrafts hardwood furnishings for home and office that are beautiful, functional and
durable enough for everyday use. We design, manufacture and deliver our furniture for each customer
according to their desires allowing us to set the standard for craft, service and life-long customer
experience.
Pompanoosuc Mills is dedicated to total customer satisfaction. We are equally committed to
manufacturing in Vermont and to the sustainable growth of our company and its employees. We strive to
be a responsible member of our community and will continue to work closely with our neighbors and town
as we grow. We want to help make our community a better place to live and to work.
New York City newyork@pompy.com 212 226.5960 800 718.8608
The Future Perfect
The Future Perfect was born from the desire to showcase the newest and best in decorative arts and design.
At once it is a store, shop, gallery and mecca, mixing talent from New York and the world. Founder David
Alhadeff recognized that too much design seen in magazines or boutique windows relied on cleverness but,
in the end, had no lasting or intrinsic beauty. In Brooklyn, things were different. Its designers were on to
something fundamental and exquisite. In September of 2003, the store opened, celebrating local products
and furniture with a party. Alhadeff's Dad flirted with Williamsburg girls and made hot dogs while his Mom
worked the register and made the sales. Soon after, The Future Perfect was alive and stocking up on
designs and names from all over.
The Future Perfect 55 Great Jones St. New York, NY 1001 PH: 212 473 2500
The Future Perfect was born from the desire to showcase the newest and best in decorative arts and design.
At once it is a store, shop, gallery and mecca, mixing talent from New York and the world. Founder David
Alhadeff recognized that too much design seen in magazines or boutique windows relied on cleverness but,
in the end, had no lasting or intrinsic beauty. In Brooklyn, things were different. Its designers were on to
something fundamental and exquisite. In September of 2003, the store opened, celebrating local products
and furniture with a party. Alhadeff's Dad flirted with Williamsburg girls and made hot dogs while his Mom
worked the register and made the sales. Soon after, The Future Perfect was alive and stocking up on
designs and names from all over.
The Future Perfect 55 Great Jones St. New York, NY 1001 PH: 212 473 2500
Michael Aram
Michael Aram is an American born artist who works primarily in metal. After studying fine art and living as
an artist in New York in the late 1980's, Aram took what would later be a life-altering trip to India where he
discovered rich metalworking traditions. Inspired to work with craftsmen whose skills he felt were greatly
untapped, Aram turned his creative energies towards craft based design, setting up a home and workshop
in New Delhi.
136 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
Monday - Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM EST, Sunday from 12 PM to 6 PM EST
(212) 461-6903 extension 221
Michael Aram is an American born artist who works primarily in metal. After studying fine art and living as
an artist in New York in the late 1980's, Aram took what would later be a life-altering trip to India where he
discovered rich metalworking traditions. Inspired to work with craftsmen whose skills he felt were greatly
untapped, Aram turned his creative energies towards craft based design, setting up a home and workshop
in New Delhi.
136 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
Monday - Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM EST, Sunday from 12 PM to 6 PM EST
(212) 461-6903 extension 221
Inson Dubois Wood LLC (IDW)
We are a full service design firm specializing in residential design. The design talent and trade
resources of Inson Wood, result in exquisitely executed projects that yield significant cost savings
to the client. IDW meets timelines and budget restraints by keeping all aspects of the design and
fabrication process fully monitored and under one roof.
Mail 31 West 27th Street, Suite 10D New York, New York 10001
Phone 212.343.1077 Email iwood@insonwood.com
We are a full service design firm specializing in residential design. The design talent and trade
resources of Inson Wood, result in exquisitely executed projects that yield significant cost savings
to the client. IDW meets timelines and budget restraints by keeping all aspects of the design and
fabrication process fully monitored and under one roof.
Mail 31 West 27th Street, Suite 10D New York, New York 10001
Phone 212.343.1077 Email iwood@insonwood.com
