Designers Reveal First-Look at Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York Spaces

These early renderings give a hint at the imaginative rooms to come when the show house opens September 14

Modern interior with a green theme, featuring a wooden staircase, unique chairs, abstract light fixture, and wall art.
Rendering of Aamir Khandwala’s The Secret Garden-inspired room at the 2026 Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York. Photo: Courtesy of Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York

Part of the excitement of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House is seeing the depths of the interior designers’ imagination come to fruition. Rooms ranging in size from intimate jewel boxes to spacious salons become immersive works of art, transformed with wallpaper, textiles, lighting, and a creative mix of furniture—often pieces not yet on the market. “There is nothing quite like seeing a Kips Bay Decorator Show House come to life,” says James Druckman, President of the Board of the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club.

Not only do the spaces take on a different flavor from one to the next, each year brings on a wondrous new array, conjured by the mix of talents—some new to Kips Bay, others experienced veterans. When the 51st Kips Bay Decorator Show House opens on September 14 in New York’s Greenwich Village, 22 designers and architects will have crafted myriad fantastical interiors drawing influence from a diverse group of inspirations—from celestial bodies to The Secret Garden, Paris in the spring to Manhattan in the 1970s. Unfolding over six levels in a revived 1839 Georgian townhouse overlooking Washington Square Park, the show house promises to be a visionary journey through a wide range of creative influences.

Illustration of a smoking room entrance with brick walls, large windows, and modern furniture.
Rendering of Andrew Torrey’s room at the 2026 Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York. Photo: Courtesy of Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York
Elegant bathroom with floral wall design, marble accents, bronze sink, and gold fixtures. Luxurious and artistic decor style.
Rendering of the powder room by Emily Del Bello Interiors at the 2026 Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York. Photo: Courtesy of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House

But most importantly, this annual event is an important fundraiser for the Kips Bay Boys and Girls Club, which has garnered over $35 million over the past five decades. The proceeds raised from the show house provide important educational and enrichment programs for young people throughout New York City. “We are beyond excited to welcome the public to 80 Washington Place,” says Druckman, “and invite everyone to experience what these extraordinary designers have created while helping support the young people of the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club.”

The 51st Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York is open September 14 through October 15 at 80 West Washington Place in Manhattan.

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Designers Reveal First-Look at Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York Spaces

Helmed by Christine Zeqiri and Valerie Goldin-Remm, Atelier CV conjured an ethereal lounge evocative of a luminary, a celestial body that emits its own light, utilizing shimmering materials by Phillip Jeffries, Artistic Tile, Benjamin Moore, and Tai Ping to infuse the space with a celestial glow.

Photograph by Courtesy of Kips Bay Decorator Show House

Regina Bilotta and Sarah Witkin of Bilotta Kitchen & Home transformed the Kips Bay Decorator Show House kitchen into an Italian coffee bar, enveloping the room with an expressive stone from Artistic Tile that serves as a dynamic counterpoint to their warm custom cabinetry. Metallic accents give the space a powerful shot of la dolce vita.

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Carrier and Company’s Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller orchestrated an artful dressing room that layers rich, tactile materials—including examples from their new collection with Lee Joffa—with unexpected finds from Avram Rusu Studio, Liz O’Brien, Made Goods, and Pooky Lighting.

Photograph by Courtesy of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House

To create an office any editor would cherish, Chad Dorsey curated a thoughtful selection of celebrated design pieces by favorite makers, like Hans Wegner and Kyle Bunting, with artifacts, aromas, and music certain to inspire creativity and literary excellence.

Photograph by Courtesy of Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York

The sultry Velvet Hour lounge envisioned by Dunnam Zerbini Design uses Donghia fabric, Fromental wallpaper, sculptural lighting by Christopher William, and a visually captivating fireplace to foster an atmosphere of convivial conversation and heady cocktail parties with those in the know.

Photograph by Courtesy of Kips Bay Decorator Show House

Eve Jean Interiors designed a boudoir bath around a striking stone from Artistic Tile, a painterly wall covering from Arte, and attention-grabbing Kohler fixtures. Bold lighting by Visual Comfort ups the glamour factor in this feminine sanctuary.

Photograph by Courtesy of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House

Tapping into the vibrant energy of New York in the 1970s, Erik Gensler of EZG Design orchestrated a cinematic lounge filled with rich colors and tactile surfaces. Here, coveted pieces by Milo Baughman, Billy Baldwin, and Joe Colombo take on a new life juxtaposed with contemporary finds from Rug & Kilim, Misia, and The Lacquer Company.

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Envisioning a bedroom suite for “the new connoisseur,” John Ferguson Interiors mixed strong geometries with softer moments, like a swath of drapes of a Casamance fabric. Upping the ante is a considered array of collectible design, with special finds from R & Company, Maison Gerard, John Rosselli, and more, defining this room as the retreat of a scholarly collector.

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All you need is love—Kylie K. Bass of KKB Interiors leaned in to the idea of the love of one’s home to produce a young girl’s en suite. A beautiful Gracie wallpaper helps set the scene, which is elevated through Sanderson fabrics and window treatments by The Shade Store.

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In the bath, dubbed “Future Ruins,” Megan Grehl looked to produce a space that “explores the dialogue between permanence and impermanence” and serves as a spot “for ritual, reflection, and restoration.” Look for a bold stone by ABC Stone, evocative of the cinematic film Dune , and unexpected amenities like a custom beverage center.

Photograph by Courtesy of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House

This thoroughfare, organized by Studio Armando Aguirre, embraces the idea of multiple paths by providing myriad activities to the imagined homeowner. Here, visitors can read a book from the library, savor a light afternoon bite, compete in a spirited game of chess, or head out to the terrace for an illicit smoke.

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Taking inspiration from the cherished storybook The Secret Garden, Aamir Khandwala literally dreamt his fairy-tale show house salon, organizing surreal furniture pieces and magical artisan-made objets to shape a wonderland-like environment.

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Robbins Architecture + Interiors founder Celeste Robbins tapped into her travels throughout Japan for a bath named for the Japanese word for mist, kasumi. That ethos is translated into a hazy screen made using a Rosemary Hallgarten sheer, stonework of various opacities, and hidden technology that fills the room with a transportive interplay of light and shadow.

Photograph by Courtesy of Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York

With a slightly hedonistic spirit, Andrew Torrey imagined a fumoir with books from his personal library as well as inspired furnishings and home accents from Calico, Chapter & Verse, Edward Fields, Loro Piana, and more.

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With offices in both Mexico and the U.S., Gonzalo Bueno and Mauricio Lobeira of Ten Plus Three brought that international flavor to El Mezzanine, a decorated landing that combines inspired works by visionary makers like Nacho Carbonell, Rogan Gregory, and Damien Langlois.

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More and more designers treat the outdoor area as an extension of the home; Tyler Banken embraced that philosophy in the show house’s backyard, carving out zones for cooking, dining, and respite. Sutherland furniture, Ann Sacks tile, and Christopher William lighting enliven the space that also boasts a custom pergola with mosaics and a fire feature.

Photograph by Courtesy of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House

Already established as an expert at creating an unforgettable show house bath, Vanessa Deleon introduces “Immersion,” a bathing sanctuary wrapped in an awe-inspiring stone patchwork from Artistic Tile. Adding to the painterly composition are a Made Good vanity and Kohler fixtures, as well as unexpected shapes and elements from the designer’s collection of home accents.

Photograph by Courtesy of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House
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Luxurious modern kitchen with marble backsplash, wooden cabinets, and a black oven with gold accents.
Modern living room with large windows, two armchairs, a dark coffee table, patterned curtains, and decorative cushions.
Watercolor illustration of an elegant home office with large windows, wooden floors, and art on the walls.
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Artistic bathroom featuring green fixtures, marble flooring, and decorative wall mural with soft lighting and open door.
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Sketch of a modern living room interior with a table, chairs, cabinets, bookshelves, and large windows with curtains.
Whimsical lounge with unique furniture, abstract light, textured rug, and stone walls near a wooden staircase.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, large mirrors, and soft lighting, featuring a nature-inspired wall mural behind the vanity.
Illustration of a smoking room entrance with brick walls, large windows, and modern furniture.
Modern living room with abstract wall art, stylish chairs, round table, and warm lighting.
Outdoor dining area with a large table, chairs, barbecue, fireplace, and green plants under a clear blue sky.
Luxurious modern bathroom with marble tiles, mirror, sink, and ambient lighting, creating an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere.
Elegant living room with a round table, plush rug, modern decor, and large windows draped with white curtains.
Luxurious modern kitchen with marble backsplash, wooden cabinets, and a black oven with gold accents.
Modern living room with large windows, two armchairs, a dark coffee table, patterned curtains, and decorative cushions.
Watercolor illustration of an elegant home office with large windows, wooden floors, and art on the walls.
Cozy living room with modern chandelier, plush seating, and a warm fireplace.
Artistic bathroom featuring green fixtures, marble flooring, and decorative wall mural with soft lighting and open door.
Cozy vintage living room with rustic décor, warm lighting, and comfortable seating.
Illustration of a luxurious hotel room with a four-poster bed, comfy chairs, and elegant decor details.
Vintage-style bedroom with ornate ceiling, elegant furniture, and soft natural light through large windows.
Luxurious bathroom with marble walls and flooring, featuring warm tones and elegant lighting.
Sketch of a modern living room interior with a table, chairs, cabinets, bookshelves, and large windows with curtains.
Whimsical lounge with unique furniture, abstract light, textured rug, and stone walls near a wooden staircase.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, large mirrors, and soft lighting, featuring a nature-inspired wall mural behind the vanity.
Illustration of a smoking room entrance with brick walls, large windows, and modern furniture.
Modern living room with abstract wall art, stylish chairs, round table, and warm lighting.
Outdoor dining area with a large table, chairs, barbecue, fireplace, and green plants under a clear blue sky.
Luxurious modern bathroom with marble tiles, mirror, sink, and ambient lighting, creating an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere.