Designers

EVELYN BENATAR | NEW YORK INTERIOR DESIGN

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With a degree from the New York School of Interior Design and F.I.T. for a previous career as a fashion designer, Evelyn really is the whole package. Over the past 20 years, her work has been celebrated with public recognition and accolades. Her interiors have been featured in numerous publications including New York Spaces, The Wall Street Journal, HGTV’s hit show Selling New York. and BRAVO’s TV Million Dollar Listing NY.
A blend of skillful interior design, communication, and trust has built her lasting professional relationships with many clients. She exudes positivity and radiates such a tremendous passion for what she does, which is contagious to everyone around her. Evelyn has the unique ability to really and truly connect with her clients and give each and every one of them the personal attention they deserve.

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Why use a designer?

Using a designer affords a client the ability to hire a professional thereby avoiding costly mistakes, providing access to trade only showrooms and galleries and bringing a cohesive statement to rooms with a refined eye.

Why shop the trade?

There are many design elements, when shopping the trade, that are not readily available to the general public. The newest, cutting edge furnishings, fabrics, wall coverings and accessories are usually found in the trade showrooms where a tremendous array of styles are featured.

What is your most valued design tip?

My most valued design philosophy is be authentic and honest about your tastes, lifestyle, who you are, and what you want to portray about yourself. Be comfortable in your own skin and your environment will fulfill you.

What makes your style unique?

My unique style implements a fresh, young, classic clean-lined aesthetic, incorporating high end style with great livability. I emphasize communication with my clients to learn all about them which shows up at the end of the project by molding their vision into reality.

Who is your design icon and why?

As I used to tell to the late Mr. Albert Hadley when I would run into him at the NYDC, “You are my icon.” His rooms are always sophisticated with a quiet elegance that harks back to Billy Baldwin’s refined style.

Who is your favorite fashion designer?

Having started as a fashion designer, I am keenly aware of the old masters: Chanel; Balenciaga; Ungaro; Valentino; Schiaperelli; Dior; and Oscar de la Renta. I could never name just one favorite.

What is your ideal getaway/escape?

I think this is the year (2020) that everyone will agree that your home is probably the most important place in the world. I have always cherished my home, but this new reality has really opened up many people's eyes to just how important your home really is. Outdoor space, some privacy & comfort with (beauty of course) are all essential now. In my dreams, I am visiting places like Italy, Marrakesh, and Greece once again!

Name three things you cannot live without.

I really truly LOVE my business and all the people I get to meet and socialize with. Of course, my family, and my little dog, Honey!