Decor, as we practice it, is not a synonym for shopping. It is the discipline of assembling a living environment from objects that hold value — in craft, in provenance, and over time. Every piece we specify is evaluated against three standards: will it be physically sound in twenty years, will it remain aesthetically relevant, and does it represent genuine making by a craftsperson whose work deserves to exist in this home.
Design is the service for a residence that needs to function differently as well as feel different. The bones may be good — or they may simply be what they are. Either way, this is the scope that resolves the kitchen, the bathrooms, the storage, the lighting, and the systems. When the work is complete, the residence operates the way the client's life actually works.
Build is the service for a residence that needs to be reconceived at the structural level. The kitchen and bathrooms come out. Walls move. Systems are replaced. In some projects, two units are combined into one. The studio leads all design decisions from the first drawing to the completion certificate — and coordinates the licensed team that executes them.
From strategic planning to final styling, we provide a unified approach to high-end renovation and furnishing across three distinct tiers.
Our Methodology →A quick visual guide to identify the level of architectural intervention included within each service tier.
| Service Tier | Furniture | Wallcoverings | Millwork | Kitchen/Bath | Lighting | Systems | Structural |
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read articleErika Flugger, founder of NYC Interior Design, is a passionate designer with 20 years of experience in interior design, interior architecture, and project development in Manhattan. She understands that the power of design goes beyond mere aesthetics when creating tailored homes that celebrate and enrich the lives of their owners with designs that are authentic, crafted, and meaningful.
Erika envisions a future where interior design transforms people’s lives and creates lasting legacies, locally and around the world. Her vision is a world where conscious design is the norm and where every home tells the unique story of its owners’ journey, today’s skillful artistry, and the enduring power of the human spirit. This commitment to enduring value and legacy is the foundation of NYC Interior Design.
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Our multi-phase process ensures every detail is captured: from the initial concept and design development to board submission, project management, and final execution. We create spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful.
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