Claudine is amazing! She designed both my Brooklyn townhouse and my Victorian house in the…read moreCatskills, and somehow captured the personality of each space perfectly. In Brooklyn, she created a refined, cozy atmosphere that still feels modern and livable. In the Catskills, she leaned into the character of the old home but made it fresh and inviting. Every color, fabric, and detail was so well thought out. Claudine has an incredible eye for balance and texture and she's also just a joy to work with. If you want someone who truly cares about the space you live in, she's the one.

From the owner: Transform your space into something beautiful, functional, and uniquely yours…read more At Artara Atelier, I bring your vision to life through thoughtful interior styling that balances elegance and comfort. Whether you’re dreaming of a cozy room refresh or a full home transformation, I will work with you every step of the way — and within your budget — to create a space that feels truly like you. Reach out today, let’s start designing your dream space together!

It was a great experience to work with this interior designer. They closely heard my thoughts and…read moremade my house a fashionable and practical place that feels like it is mine. Their sense and color are amazing. The whole environment was stress-free and relaxing

I cannot begin to explain how much I love Marissa and design Macs! They transformed our 2 bedroom…read moreapartment into the most incredible home. We have loved living here. She creatively used every inch of space and was able to maximize storage for us. The ideas she thought of, we would have never thought of and I am so thankful for. Her attention to detail during all steps of the process is so appreciated. The best part is, all the work and designs have paid off in multiples. We recently put our place on the market and received 10+ offers within 5 days at ask and above. Everyone loved all the built ins (entertainment center, mudroom area, built in benches, desk are, storage column) all which were her ideas and vision. I cried happy tears! I cannot wait to work with her again!!

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.

I loved Affordable Interior Design so much I used it twice. I worked with Betsy both times - first…read moremoving into a one bedroom from a studio and getting all new furniture, then moving into a new one bedroom with a totally different layout and re-using as much as possible. As a bachelor without design sense it was one of the best investments I could have made. It saved me so much time and anxiety about which pieces to pick and every single person who has visited has been amazed by how nicely decorated my apartment is. The process is exactly as described by other reviewers - introductory call, questionnaire, in home visit, and follow up call a week or two later with a mood board and shopping list. Betsy was incredibly personable and easy to talk to. I was also impressed with how much her suggestions matched my style even though I didn't have the vocabulary to communicate it. Everything fit within my constraints and preferences and Betsy helped with follow up questions and suggestions as pieces came in and as I decided to swap out a few pieces.

My long search for fabric for this project I've been meaning to do was wor th it. I found this gem…read moreof a store looking for fabric stores. The owner and her son were beyond amazing helping me look for what I needed. They even gave me a great deal on this gorgeous golden fabric. The owner also generously gave me remnants at NO COST!! We will definitely be back! Thank you for such a great experience!

Skip this shop if you're looking for prompt reliable service…read more Once the "talky" owner has your deposit in hand she takes forever to complete a job. Calls are ignored, failed to be returned. Owner has "attitude"when questioned about timeline for completion of project. Go elsewhere to have your projects done. I won't be going back, that's for sure.

We just finished a kitchen renovation with them. They were amazing. I love my new kitchen. Shai was…read moreeasy to work with, paid attention to details, had wonderful ideas to utilize every bit of space in my very small NYC kitchen. His suggestions on colors and products were spot on. Everytime I look at it, it makes me smile.

Shai is the best! I showed him my Pinterest page and inspiration photos and he turned my kitchen…read moreinto my exact vision. He dealt with my indecisiveness for months, expert negotiation skills, and pushed when something truly would make a difference (ie spice rack, suede countertops and magic corner). He's super quick to respond, and is extremely knowledgeable on everything from cabinetry to hardware, appliances, flooring, etc. Use the contractor he recommends as well - they seem to work very well! Thank you Shai!

Buddy and his team were an absolute pleasure to work with for our 2 bedroom Park Slope renovation…read more(new kitchen, refinished hardwood floors, interior paint, bathroom update and electrical & lighting update). He was professional, trustworthy, communicative and fairly priced. We truly love the result and have already recommended him to friends.

I've known Buddy since his Cranberry Hole Road days (early '90s, I stumbled in there by accident,…read moreand...). 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.

I don't like how busy this place is because sometimes you have to wait half an hour just to be…read moreserved. I like how they update their products with newer stuff but you might have to wait a year or two for a completely new refresh of products. I've gotten kitchen counters and island counters from here before as well as tiles and kitchen cabinets. The kitchen cabinets are holding up pretty well. The counters scratch and stain easily - you have to be on top of wiping the surface immediately. The tiles are not bad. I also got a small sink from here and even though it doesn't look as nice as my fancy one, it's holding up a lot better and doesn't rust/stain as easily.

The service was friendly and transparent here, not sure if it had to do with us going with a…read morecontractor they already knew. I've visited here a few times and it's always friendly and welcoming. These visits can be intimidating, stressful and weary if you don't go with someone that has experience. They have just enough to display and plenty more options in their catalogs to order. Prices are fair, styles are decent. They give useful recommendations according to your budget and style you're going for.