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!!

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 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.

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 appreciate how Marissa and her team not only make great design decisions but also explain the…read morereasons behind them. Like why certain pieces look best together, how dimensions affect design, and even the scheduling process. Instead of getting furniture and accessories in a little at a time, everything was set up on one day for a fun and exciting grand reveal. Our calming primary bedroom is just our style and the custom cabinets with built-in bar and display cases make our lounge multi-functional. The Design MACS team were so accommodating and flexible as our project grew. It was a great experience. Laura

Very knowledgeable Architect and pleased with the collaborative experience…read more Finished in a timely manner.

From the owner: Taeik Kim Architect PA provides various services from architectural to interior design. We cover a…read morewide range of projects based in the tri-state area of NY, NJ, & CT. Understanding clients' needs, our team works with the best of current technology available to communicate and represent our ideas. We demonstrate clients' requirements in most creative form. We also put our priority in clients' needs, first and foremost, while keeping within budget and design limitations, hence creating the best space for the wellness of the inhabitants and surroundings.

JP is such a great resource for my listings and clients! He has helped me in the past with…read moreoverseeing construction projects to prep listings, staging, and design. He is also great for buyer clients who need help getting their home ready for their move-in. Always has such positive energy- he is always going above and beyond. Thank you JP!

JP is extremely talented as a Staging Designer. I worked with JP over close to a full year, long…read moredistance from the West Coast as he helped me work through the sale of a unique 3br river view apartment in NY. Over that time he acted as a project manager, introduced various professionals to support the project and thru close coordinated efforts together we could clear, renovate, and then stage. The results were stunning! I often followed his insightful advice and the apartment could sell in record time. Success took work, time, and money, ultimately the sale come in above the asking price and made it worthwhile. JP is a character, very creative, and it's a bit like a relationship to get through something like this, with ups, downs, frustrations, and joy... at the end of the day, I appreciate his excellent skills and professional help and I truly could not have done it without him. I would recommend JP, buckle in for the ride and get ready for a journey!

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.

I've worked with Buddy's design and contracting services for the past 22 years, and over that time…read morehe 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!

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.

We were tempted to install our own blinds, but due to the size of our windows, we went with The…read moreCurtain and we cannot be more satisfied with the end product! The Curtain offers a thorough consultation with a variety of options- the staff are extremely professional, great with communication and the installation was quick making the whole process a breeze. We had a follow-up question following the installation and they were kind enough to stop by the same day, inspect the blinds, and make sure we were satisfied. I would 100% recommend!

After moving into our new home, we decided on installing shades for all of our windows. We did…read moresome shopping around, and then a neighbor highly recommended The Curtain. Chris brought samples to our home, took measurements, and a week later, our beautiful shades were installed in less than an hour. The whole process was very easy and the service was excellent. We love our new shades and highly recommend The Curtain for all of your window treatment needs! Jeff N Mahwah