Teaneck–Many people love to peruse interior design magazines, dreaming of ways to make their homes look like the interiors found in multimillion-dollar residences on the Upper East Side or in Easthampton. Shoshana Halpert Designs helps her clients achieve the beautiful and well-organized results they could never realize on their own, and to make their vision affordable. Interior designer Halpert describes her objective as “to create the environment you’ve been dreaming of while working within your budget.”
Always creative and artistic, Halpert was inspired while observing work being done on her parents’ house, and she knew she had found her calling. She graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology with a degree in interior design, and worked for several years at a boutique NYC design firm. Three years ago, she started Shoshana Halpert Designs in Teaneck, where her business has grown exponentially through word-of-mouth. “I have had the privilege of working with and learning from top designers in Manhattan and the Hamptons,” said Halpert. “These experiences have enhanced my ability to see the space not as it is, but to transform it into the beautiful and functional space it can be.”
Halpert goes beyond decorating only within the existing rooms. She has expertise in both space-planning and design as well as decor, and can create new spaces or make optimal use of existing space by creating floorplans or 3D designs. “I pride myself on providing personalized service and attention to detail, resulting in a unique and timeless design that is personal to every client,” she said.
With her years of knowledge and experience, Halpert quickly sizes up and offers suggestions on how a space can be improved. She creates a plan including a timeline, a budget and a list of priorities. She answers questions on details such as finishes and sizes that come up in every room so clients don’t have to spend time figuring it out (or fixing it if they get it wrong). She coordinates with stores, contractors, architects and workers to complete projects on time and within budget.
Hiring a designer like Shoshana Halpert Designs will save money and hours of frustration and stress. Because she is a designer, Halpert has access to businesses not open to the public for retail purchase, and can get discounted prices on any hard surface and furniture, especially high-end products. “People are finding it’s worth their money. They’re paying a fee for my expertise, but saving on tile.” Furniture stores for “trade only” offer discounts to designers that range from 10% to 50% off. Also, artisans will offer the best price as they know her firm will give them more business, and will stand behind their product or service. Using a designer is like getting things at a bulk rate without having to buy the bulk.
Halpert can customize her services to fit specific needs, from big (full-service interior design from concept to completion) to small (guidance to get you started on that project you’ve been planning). Services include initial evaluation to determine scope of project; design consultation/space planning; drafting of floor plans; developing color schemes, paint selection, and selecting furniture and accessories. “Planning and designing a room or a series of rooms can be a daunting, even scary experience for a homeowner. I guide my clients through every step, selection and decision of the design process. This will save them both time and money while creating an environment tailored to their desires and lifestyle.”
For more information, see www.shdesignsllc.com.
By Lisa Matkowsky
