“Sustainable design and green consciousness. It’s here to stay.”
—Carol DeBear, ASID
DeBear Designs Inc., Scarsdale
“With the nation suffering the economic consequences of greed and excess, people are re-evaluating what they really want in their lives. More than ever, we’ll see them turn to home organizers and feng shui consultants to help streamline and simplify.”
—Barbara Sternau, ASID
Barbara Sternau Interior Design, Tarrytown
“Higher ceilings. People want airy, less boxy rooms and the ability to put in larger windows.”
—Ira Grandberg, AIA
Grandberg & Associates Architects, Mount Kisco
“Something made from bamboo. I fell in love with Robin Wilson’s eco-friendly Nest bamboo towels; they dry in thirty-five minutes and they’re as soft as heaven.”
—Ivelis Reyes,
Ivelis Home & Design, Dobbs Ferry
“Investments in the outdoors—your garden, a pool, an alfresco kitchen—aren’t going to disappoint.”
—Jan Johnsen
Johnsen Landscapes & Pools, Bedford Hills
