Q&A with Stephanie Sarkies-Schabot, Design Director

Hometown
Hudson Valley, New York
Education
NYSID, Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design
Industry Experience
10 years+
Previous Firms
Laura Bohn
Juan Pablo Molyneux
Victoria Hagan
S Russell Groves
Expertise
Materials
Custom furniture
Working with artisans
Interior design career coaching
Where do you source new materials?
I look to our high-end galleries we work with the connect me to artisans. We always try to work collaboratively with them and create something unique for our clients.
Who are your favorite designers/galleries?
We work with so many, but a few of note are Maison Gerard, Rune NYC and Twenty First Gallery. I have worked with these galleries for years and they always come through for us.

What are some of your favorite materials to use?
Lately I’m having fun experimenting with resin, rock crystal and selenite materials.
What’s your favorite upholstery material?
I love upholstering in a luxe silk velvet. It is very delicate and has a direction to it when upholstering. When it’s done right, there’s nothing better!
How can I use marble in a formal entry foyer?
We love to experiment with all different varieties of marble. Sometimes an interesting slab is enough to make a statement, other times we create custom floor patterns and even add details such as metal inlays.
