2026 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach
designers
AMY YOUNG DESIGNS
Amy Young Designs is renowned for creating exceptional spaces for discerning residential and commercial clients throughout the U.S. and worldwide. Guided by founder and principal designer Amy Lee McArdle—whose international upbringing lends a distinctive global sensibility—the firm creates rich, layered, and timeless homes.
At the heart of the practice is a commitment to seamless, full-service design. From concept to installation, Amy and her team oversee every phase—planning, procurement, project management, and execution—with exacting quality control. The result is a design journey as elevated as the spaces themselves: thoughtful, refined, and consistently pushing creative boundaries.
Celebrated for her sophisticated signature style, Amy has become a trusted collaborator to notable athletes, luxury brands, CEOs, and clients with the highest standards. She is an accredited member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), and in 2025, Amy Young Designs was named a featured designer by Architectural Digest’s ADPro Directory. Both regional and national media regularly showcase the firm’s work.
ALEXANDER INTERIORS
Since its launch in 2012, Alexander Interiors has emerged as one of the most sought-after full-service design firms in Nashville and beyond. And while it may be Tori Alexander’s eye for design that has captured the attention of prospective clients, it’s her business acumen and architectural training that set her apart from the pack. Tori graduated from The University of Georgia’s esteemed Furnishings and Interiors program in 2008 and has been refining her craft ever since. She went on to hone her design skills at a boutique architecture firm and has gained an extensive understanding of general contracting. Her knowledge allows her to uniquely serve clients well beyond traditional interior design, from drafting in CAD and bringing spaces up to code to overseeing installs or even hand-cutting and laying tile herself. Tori and her team are involved in every detail from start to finish, ensuring clients get the most out of their investments. Alexander Interiors’ timeless and chic interiors have been featured by The Wall Street Journal, Southern Living, “TODAY” and more.
BAMO INC.
BAMO is an internationally recognized interior design studio creating refined, emotionally resonant environments across private residences, hotels, and branded living spaces worldwide. For over three decades, the firm has defined contemporary luxury through design that balances artistry, context, and innovation. With studios in San Francisco, Providence, Miami, New York City, and Barcelona, BAMO brings a global perspective and collaborative approach to every project.
As Partner and Design Principal, Anne Wilkinson brings more than 30 years of experience to BAMO’s most notable hospitality and residential projects, including the Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences Miami, Capella Bangkok, Four Seasons Residences Bangkok, and JW Marriott São Paulo. Known for her vibrant, story-driven approach, Anne creates interiors that reflect culture, enhance well-being, and foster meaningful connections. Her work has been recognized by Wallpaper, Forbes, Departures, and Surface.
Partner and Design Principal Sergio Mercado brings a contemporary sensibility defined by restraint, texture, and emotional depth. His work balances clean architectural lines with rich materials and curated palettes to create interiors that feel polished and timeless. After leading his own New York studio for more than a decade, Sergio returned to BAMO to launch and lead the firm’s New York office, expanding its East Coast presence. His work has been featured in Architectural Digest, New York Magazine, Interior Design, and Cottages & Gardens.
BELL DESIGN INC.
Robert Bell founded Bell Design, Inc. in 2007. His style is described as “Darwin’s Deco” and pairs lush and exuberant plantings with classically detailed hardscape elements inspired by Shaker design and Art Moderne. Robert believes every garden is unique and requires meticulous understanding of the client’s desires, the site, and the local climate to be a beautiful and sustainable long-term success.
Notable projects include The Kips Bay Decorator Show House, Palm Beach, FL; The Riggs Hotel, DC; George Washington University campus, DC; The Frederick Douglass House, DC; The German Embassy campus, DC; Residences: Los Angeles, CA; Palm Beach, North Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, FL; Southampton & Sag Harbor, NY; Gibson Island & St. Michaels, MD.
Bell Design, Inc.’s work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Town & Country, Veranda, ELLE Decor, Forbes, LUXE, and more. Bell graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in landscape architecture, and prior to founding the firm, previously worked at Oehme, van Sweden and Associates.
COLLEEN ROSAR DESIGN
Founded in 2012, Colleen Rosar Design is known for creating layered, livable interiors defined by confident color, rich texture, and a refined mix of traditional and modern influences. Guided by the belief that beautiful spaces should support everyday living, the firm designs homes that feel curated, comfortable, expressive, and enduring. These are spaces that prioritize both visual impact and lasting functionality. Her work reflects a distinctive and recognizable point of view, shaped by a coastal upbringing and broadened through travel. Rooted in art, architecture, and a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and detail, her interiors balance freshness with familiarity, allowing classic elements to feel current while contemporary details feel timeless and grounded. Based in New Jersey, with projects throughout New York, Florida, California, and beyond, Colleen brings a thoughtful, personal approach to each home. Working closely with clients and her team, she creates environments that feel collected over time, soulful, layered, and designed to support how people truly live.
DANIELLE BALANIS DESIGN
Raised in a small town in Georgia, Danielle Balanis first discovered her love of design through her mother’s fashion and interiors magazines, reimagining spaces into bolder, more expressive versions of themselves. Influenced by her background in fashion, formal interior design studies, and early professional mentorship, Danielle brings a layered perspective to her work. After a creative hiatus, she reawakened her passion by transforming her own renovated home into a personal design laboratory, earning both local and national recognition.
Danielle approaches each project as a collaboration, filtering her clients’ preferences through a distinctly individual point of view. Known for balancing elegance with edge, she embraces contrast, tension, and the unexpected—creating interiors that feel personal, expressive, and quietly daring.
Her work and perspective have been featured in The New York Times, LUXE, Flower, Homes & Gardens, Business of Home, and AD online, along with platforms such as Homeworthy and Designers Today. Danielle is also a sought-after voice in the industry, contributing to publications including Veranda, The Wall Street Journal Off Duty, and House Beautiful, and participating in panels, showhouses, and design events highlighting emerging voices in design.
EERDMANS
Emily Evans Eerdmans is an acclaimed design historian and founder of Eerdmans, a gallery and interior design studio in New York City. Known for her collected, colorful interiors, Eerdmans brings her eye for the historical and unusual to clients in the United States and abroad. She received her Master’s in Fine and Decorative Arts from Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London and is the author of several design monographs including two on her mentor and friend Mario Buatta as well as ones on design legends Madeleine Castaing and Henri Samuel. She currently sits on the board of the Decorators Club.
FIREFINISH INTERIORS
Firefinish Interiors is a South Florida–based full-service interior design studio led by Brazilian-born founder and principal designer Rayana Schmitz, whose unexpected path from firefighter to designer fuels her bold, solutions-driven approach.
Recognized as part of Luxe Interiors + Design’s Next in Design 99 and featured across leading design publications, Firefinish is quickly emerging as a distinctive voice in residential design. Known for a signature blend of elevated ease, sculptural form, and richly layered organic textures, Rayana and her studio create environments that feel both artful and effortlessly livable. Firefinish reimagines comfort through thoughtful craftsmanship, refined materiality, and a modern, quietly confident sensibility.
From full home renovations to bespoke furnishings and landscape-driven outdoor retreats, Firefinish Interiors is celebrated for spaces that feel collected, calm, and boldly understated. Guided by a collaborative process that merges technical rigor with intuitive creativity, the firm crafts interiors that are deeply personal, grounded in comfort, and uniquely attuned to the families who call them home.
Balancing sophistication with warmth, Firefinish Interiors brings clarity, creativity, and a refined editorial eye to every project - proving that exceptional design doesn’t need to feel untouchable; it simply needs to feel unforgettable.
JUSTIN P. MORELAND INTERIORS
Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Justin began his career at a boutique interior design firm in New York City, where he developed a strong foundation in both creative and technical aspects of the profession. He later returned to Dallas to continue his training under renowned designer Jan Showers, an experience that deeply shaped his design sensibility and approach.
Working alongside Jan, Justin refined his understanding of the principles of design and cultivated a lasting appreciation for incorporating period pieces and antiques into his work. This influence continues to inform his projects today, allowing him to seamlessly blend historical elements with contemporary and traditional interiors alike, creating spaces that feel layered, thoughtful, and enduring.
Justin later relocated to Palm Beach, Florida, where he established his own design studio. He now manages residential projects for clients across the country, dividing his time between Palm Beach, Locust Valley, and Dallas, and bringing a refined, timeless point of view to each region he works in.
KATE IVES DESIGN
A graduate of the New York School of Interior Design, Kate Ives Marshall began her career at leading design firms across the country before founding Kate Ives Design in 2017. She further sharpened her eye for composition, proportion, and detail during her time at Architectural Digest, an experience that continues to shape her thoughtful and editorial approach to interiors. In 2024, Kate was named to Frederic Magazine’s “It List,” recognizing the industry’s most compelling emerging talents.
Based in Bedford, New York, Kate leads her studio with a focus on interiors grounded in strong architecture, restraint, and a deep understanding of how her clients live. Her work is defined by a balance of warmth and precision—spaces that feel tailored, timeless, and quietly confident. With a growing portfolio of residential projects, Kate serves a loyal clientele along the East Coast and beyond.
LISA ERDMANN INTERIORS
Lisa Erdmann founded her eponymous Palm Beach-based interior design firm in 1994. She has since amassed a discerning and loyal clientele throughout the United States, with projects spanning from New York to The Bahamas to Colorado and beyond. Lisa is masterful in her ability to transform interiors across a range of styles, inspired by the unique lifestyles and interests of those that inhabit them. Her award-winning work has been featured in a number of books and magazines, and Lisa has been a fixture in leading show houses, such as the Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach and the Red Cross Show House.
Lisa is a graduate of Middlebury College in Vermont. She also attended Parsons School of Design and FIT while working in the design industry in New York City, including seven years at the renowned Donghia Furniture & Textiles where she rose to the position of Director of Product Development.
LOPEZ GROUP
Lopez Group Inc is a professional landscaping company based in West Palm Beach and Lake Worth Beach, Florida, dedicated to creating vibrant and inviting outdoor spaces throughout South Florida. Known for its hands-on approach and creative execution, the team uses Instagram to share highlights of projects featuring lush greenery, thoughtful plant arrangements, and transformed garden environments that reflect the beauty and lifestyle of the region.
The company specializes in a range of landscape services tailored to both residential and commercial clients. From concept to completion, Lopez Group focuses on landscape design, installation, and maintenance that enhances curb appeal and promotes environmentally conscious outdoor living. Their work emphasizes the unique character of each property, combining functional outdoor elements with the tropical aesthetic that defines South Florida living.
Lopez Group prides itself on customer satisfaction and personalized service. By integrating sustainable practices and innovative techniques, the team aims to create landscapes that are not just beautiful, but durable and fitting for the local climate. Whether revitalizing a garden, installing plantings, or maintaining existing landscapes, Lopez Group works closely with clients to turn outdoor visions into reality.
LORI MORRIS DESIGN
Lori Morris Design stands as a globally recognized leader in luxury residential and commercial interior design. Under the masterful leadership of Lori Morris, the firm has cultivated an illustrious reputation for unparalleled craftsmanship and extraordinary attention to detail.
Our ethos revolves around the creation of opulent interiors that encapsulate each client's distinctive vision and lifestyle, all while adhering to a meticulously streamlined process for every project. Lori is a “no rules” artist who parlays a unique and unyielding take on sumptuous interior design, with a sexy, distinctive edge. A creative tour-de-force that embraces a forward-thinking philosophy delivering original designs and an unparalleled luxury experience for our clients.
Our award-winning design studio is distinguished by a world-class in-house team of designers, decorators, project managers, and support staff, each contributing to our legacy of excellence.
Lori Morris challenges the boundaries of traditional design firms. Transforming the ultimate design dreams into a fully finished space, the LMD process creates a truly original work of art. Every Lori Morris creation is an original painting, a vision that transcends mainstream rules of interior design resulting in a style with a sophisticated, avant-garde edge and a finely tuned approach.
LTA INTERIORS
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LTA Interiors is a New York City and South Florida–based interior design firm dedicated to transforming a client’s vision into bespoke spaces that elevate the everyday into something extraordinary. From ground-up construction to thoughtful home refreshes, the team is known for unraveling each client’s goals to create designs that are both highly personalized and beautifully executed.
Lynn Berney, the “L” in LTA, is based in New York City and brings a refined, intuitive approach to every project. A graduate of NYU and Georgia State University, Lynn is known for creating cohesive interiors while encouraging a signature “wow factor” in each space—whether through bold color, statement lighting, or timeless antiques. Her designs balance visual impact with seamless functionality.
Tracy Gould, the “T,” now resides in Boca Raton and holds degrees from NYC and the New York School of Interior Design. With experience across both commercial and residential projects—including iconic properties such as 15 Central Park West—Tracy excels at managing complex projects and crafting sophisticated, livable interiors.
Alexa Evans, the “A,” is a Florida native and double Gator with a talent for sourcing unique, one-of-a-kind pieces. Known for her calming, nature-inspired designs, Alexa creates spaces that feel curated, personal, and deeply connected to her clients.
Together, Lynn, Tracy, and Alexa share a belief in the transformative power of design, creating interiors that reflect individuality, style, and purpose.
PAPPAS MIRON DESIGN
Pappas Miron Design is a full-service interior design firm based in Manhattan. Its founders, Alexandra Pappas and Tatyana Miron Ahlers strive to create timeless interiors that are modern and sophisticated, yet relaxed and livable. Threaded through each project is a unique perspective that reflects a love of rich colors, unique textiles, a mix of traditional and modern elements and one-of-a-kind custom furnishings.
For Pappas and Miron, the client-designer relationship is very personal, starting with the initial consultation and continuing through final installation. Both partners work in tandem to bring a distinct but complementary point of view. From commission to conception, Pappas Miron works with the client to consider their lifestyle and future needs—delivering an environment with the intention of living well.
Before founding the firm in 2003, Alexandra graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in art history. She worked in real estate development for her family’s Boston-based business and then at Verdura Fine Jewelry in their PR and Events department. At Verdura, Alexandra developed a love of whimsical design, bold color combinations and an appreciation for artisans, craftsmanship and the highest level of customer service. Tatyana graduated with a degree in art history and architecture from Tufts University and an Associates degree from the New York School of Interior Design. She worked in the offices of acclaimed New York-based designers Eric Cohler and Tori Golub exposing her to a range of interior design styles and practices.
The firm has been featured in publications such as Elle Décor, Hamptons Cottages & Gardens, Frederic and Luxe Magazine. The firm was featured on the Luxe Gold list and has been included on the Elle Décor A-List 2020-2025.
RIVER BROOK
River Brook is a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, interiors, and construction firm known for crafting legacy level homes across the US. Founded by Leigh and Kevin Misso and headquartered in Birmingham Alabama, the firm offers a true full-service approach where architecture, interior design, and construction are seamlessly managed under one roof, creating a more streamlined and efficient experience for every client.
River Brook has redefined the design build model into a truly holistic, fully integrated approach. Every project is conceived as a singular vision with structure, interiors, and daily life interwoven from the earliest sketch. Interiors are never afterthoughts but essential components of the architectural story. The result is an environment where materiality, proportion, and emotion converge to create homes that feel intentional, soulful, and deeply connected to the families who live in them.
Known for balancing classic southern elegance with refined modern sensibility, River Brook’s work is anchored in craftsmanship, harmonious proportion, and a reverence for authentic honest materials.
Clients turn to the firm for its rare ability to manage the entire vision through an integrated structure that ensures architecture and interiors speak the same language while construction brings each detail to life with precision.
River Brook’s work has been published in Architectural Digest, The New York Times, LUXE, Elle Decoration, and Southern Living. They were named a LUXE Residential Excellence in Design Awards 2025 winner and HGTV Designer of the Year 2025.
SHERILL CANET INTERIORS
Sherrill Canet is celebrated for her fresh, sophisticated approach to design—balancing a modern feel with a refined traditional sensibility. Known for seamlessly blending classic elements with contemporary clarity, Sherrill creates interiors that feel both timeless and current. Her work is distinguished by an artful use of antiques, bespoke furnishings, and meticulous detailing, resulting in spaces that are gracious, imaginative, and effortlessly livable.
With a portfolio that spans the country and abroad, Sherrill has been entrusted with significant residential projects for high-profile clients in business, sports, and the arts. Her firm’s work ranges from ground-up construction with comprehensive design and project management to major renovations and full interior design and decoration. Across every project, Sherrill delivers an aesthetic that moves fluidly between modern and traditional—always rooted in comfort, beauty, and enduring style.
SIRE DESIGN
Eilyn Jimenez is the Founder and Creative Director of Sire Design, a studio recognized for its ability to translate human experience into spaces with depth, intention, and narrative clarity. Her work resists a singular aesthetic; instead, it reflects a disciplined commitment to understanding each client’s vision and transforming it into environments that feel both deeply personal and intentionally resolved. This layered approach has positioned Sire Design as a studio defined not for a single style, but for a point of view that is intentional, expressive, and rooted in meaning.
Guided by the belief that spaces are a living memoir, Jimenez approaches design as an act of interpretation—listening for the stories, histories, and aspirations that shape a client’s identity. Her practice is marked by a refined sensitivity to how form, texture, and space shape the way we live. Across her portfolio, a clear throughline emerges: purpose, craft, and a profound respect for the emotional resonance of a well-designed interior.
Jimenez’s influence extends beyond her built work. She starred in Netflix’s Designing Miami and HGTV’s Divided by Design, and served as a judge on HGTV’s Rock the Block. Her projects and philosophy have been featured in Casa Vogue, The Wall Street Journal, and Florida Design, among many other widely recognized editorial publications. She has also been named among HOLA!’s Top 100 Women of Influence.
Leading with both rigor and empathy, Jimenez creates interiors that feel authored rather than assembled, and timeless because they reflect the people who inhabit them. Clients entrust her not only with the design of their spaces, but with the translation of their lived experiences into tangible form—an approach that has established Jimenez as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary design.
STEVEN WALSH DESIGN
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Steven Walsh is a New York–based interior designer known for creating thoughtful and stylish residential and commercial spaces. A Philadelphia native, Walsh’s passion for design began early and led him to New York, where he first worked as a decorative arts stylist along Fifth and Madison Avenues.
Steven’s first residential project was featured in a four-page spread in House Beautiful, sparking further media attention, including TV appearances in the U.S. and Japan, and additional features in Time Out New York, HC&G, Marie Claire Australia, Casa Vogue and Aspire Design and Home.
Steven now divides his time between New York and South Florida, designing distinctive interiors for clients with projects currently in East Hampton, Southampton, Philadelphia, Fort Lauderdale, and Boca Raton.
TARTAN & TOILE
Lucy O’Brien creates memorable, highly cinematic interiors defined by luxe layering, carefully crafted palettes and unexpected twists. Since founding Tartan & Toile in 2018, she has cultivated a collaborative practice, working closely with artisans around the world to shape singular environments that honor historical preservation, share a deep appreciation of craftmanship and reflect a meticulous storytelling style.
A graduate of the Shipley School and Johns Hopkins University, her practice was informed by formative instruction in medicine and in fine arts. The work of Tartan & Toile is showcased regularly in regional and national design publications. Lucy was inducted into the House Beautiful Next Wave Class of 2025, a coterie of rising design stars chosen by the publication. She lives with her two children and husband in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.
THE LEWIS - GALLO DESIGN GROUP
Gallo have joined forces to create a dynamic mother–daughter design studio, The Lewis Gallo Design Group. Their newly merged firm blends Barbara’s timeless sophistication with Meredith’s fresh, modern edge—uniting two designers with a shared passion for meaningful, elevated interiors.
Barbara Lewis brings 35 years of experience shaped by her early exposure to craftsmanship as the daughter of a master furniture maker. Educated at The New York School of Interior Design, she is known for a classic, yet current aesthetic showcased in elegant homes nationwide and six acclaimed showhouse spaces, including the 2022 Kips Bay Palm Beach. Her work has appeared in Veranda, Elle Décor, Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, and more.
Meredith Lewis Gallo, founder of GALLO and now co-principal, offers a modern, fashion-forward perspective rooted in a lifetime immersed in design. Her training at The New York School of Interior Design, art-history studies in Europe, and experience with renowned designers have shaped her clean, polished, and subtly edgy style.
Together, they deliver a boutique, full-service approach defined by thoughtful layering, custom detailing, and elevated livability—an exciting new chapter that honors Barbara’s legacy while embracing Meredith’s forward-thinking vision.
WECSELMAN DESIGN
Boldly charismatic and leading her own path, Peruvian-born Deborah Wecselman approaches interior design with the precision of an architect and the intuition of an art collector. She transforms spaces with a rich blend of heritage, color, and global style. As the founding Principal of her namesake firm, WECSELMAN DESIGN, she is celebrated for integrating contemporary art, historic pieces, custom-designed furnishings, and refined architectural detail into luxurious interiors anchored in personal narratives.
In her own words: “I like vintage, I like history. I like architecture and furniture to tell me a story - above all, I love when it seems nothing works together but it actually kind of does.”
From waterfront estates to penthouses, her portfolio has graced the pages of leading design publications that feature her exquisite style, designed not just to be admired, but to be inhabited.
Her career was defined early on, with more than a decade at Ralph Lauren, where her talent quickly propelled her to the role of Senior Director of International Store Design. Over a remarkable twelve years, she crafted and elevated the interiors of Ralph Lauren flagship stores worldwide.
Maintaining a boutique practice with a seasoned team of architects and designers, Wecselman remains intimately involved in every project, guiding clients through a highly personalized process that translates lifestyle, history, and individuality into enduring design. Her work is often described as classically modern—spaces where clean lines meet rich materials, and where every element feels intentional yet effortless.
YARN DESIGN ASSOCIATES
Yarn Design Associates is an award-winning interior design firm recognized for its sophisticated spaces that blend modern elegance with timeless design. With over 20 years of experience focusing on luxury residential projects, each home embodies the firm's dedication to design excellence and client service.
With a deep understanding of project management and performance execution in design, Yarn Design Associates has quickly established itself as a leading interior design firm in Boca Raton.
"We design interiors as distinctive as the lives they live. Each selection is special and has its own presence, a project's success reflects a client's willingness to trust in our guidance," says Leanne Yarn, owner of Yarn Design Associates. "Together we design homes for living and loving for many years to come."