Our Studio Archives - Pembrooke & Ives

Pembrooke & Ives X Chesneys: An Exclusive Interview with Francis Nicdao

This fall, we unveiled two unique fireplace mantels designed in collaboration with Chesneys: The Empire and The Mercury. This collection highlights our shared commitment to creating pieces that are both…

Pembrooke & Ives Product Design Collaborations

We frequently have the opportunity to design custom luxury fixtures and furnishings in our projects to create a tailored look for our clients. Over the years, we’ve teamed up with some of our close…

15 Minutes With Megan St. Denis

Pembrooke & Ives proudly welcomes Megan St. Denis as an Associate Design Director. Megan is an accomplished architect and designer with 20 years of industry experience. Since joining us in 2022, her…

15 Minutes with Melanie Stack

Melanie Stack, a seasoned designer at Pembrooke & Ives, excels in creating elegant, sophisticated spaces that blend beauty and functionality. She has particular expertise in natural stones and interior…

Pembrooke & Ives Hosts Bring Your Child to Work Day

On national Bring Your Child to Work Day, Pembrooke & Ives held a day of festivities as children of our staff learned what their parents do each day. How did we teach them what the role of a designer…

Dressing Room Design: An Interview with Francis Nicdao

As Principal and Chief Creative Officer, Francis Nicdao drives the firm’s creative direction, ensuring a standard of excellence in design and client service. With over 14 years of experience, Francis…

The 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Our annual Holiday Gift Guide is here! This festive season we are sharing some of our favorite design objects of the year that are sure to delight everyone on your gifting list. From the kitchen to the…

Designing in Nashville: An Interview with Senior Project Manager, Megan St. Denis

Megan St. Denis is a Senior Project Manager for Pembrooke & Ives. She has overseen the design and construction of complex private residences across the world, including New York, Chicago, Nashville,…

15 Minutes with Agustin Reynoso

We caught up with Agustin Reynoso, Associate Studio Director at Pembrooke & Ives, for a 15-minute Q&A to learn more about the designer.

15 Minutes with Francis Nicdao

We caught up with Francis Nicdao, our Principal & Chief Creative Officer, for a 15 minute Q&A while on his way to a client meeting. What role did design play in your childhood?I grew up in…

15 Minutes with Brigitte Coleman

We caught up with Brigitte Coleman, a Pembrooke & Ives Design Director, for a 15 minute Q&A to learn more about the designer. Was there a moment when you knew that design was going to be…

15 Minutes with Stephanie Sarkies-Schabot

We caught up with Stephanie Sarkies-Schabot, a Pembrooke & Ives Design Director, for a 15-minute Q&A on her way to a site visit. What role did design play in your childhood?My father was…

The Future of Home Design and Automation: Mansion Global Interviews Francis Nicdao

Francis Nicdao, Principal & Chief Creative Office, speaks with Mansion Global’s Rory Glaeseman about what’s next for home design and automation in an ever-changing real estate market.

Pembrooke & Ives Commissioned Poster for Ode to NYC, NYCxDesign

For this year’s Ode to NYC collection, NYCxDESIGN commissioned 16 dynamic designers who embody New York City’s expansive creative ecosystem to create works that represent their vision for a more equitable…

The 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Our annual Holiday Gift Guide is here! This festive season we are sharing some of our favorite design objects of the year that are sure to delight everyone on your gifting list. From the dining room to…

Pembrooke & Ives X Hudson Valley Lighting Collaboration

We sat down with Brigitte Coleman, a Design Director at Pembrooke & Ives who spearheaded the collaboration, to ask her about what it was like to bring this lighting line to life with collaborator…

An Interview with Andrew Sheinman: Art Collections

President & Founder of Pembrooke & Ives, Andrew Sheinman speaks on his own art collection, showcased in the West Side Elegance project.

Q&A with Aaron Dussair, Executive Vice President

Executive Vice President Aaron Dussiar shares his knowledge and background of architecture and design.

Q&A with Gretchen Kubiak, Design Director

Design Director Gretchen Kubiak expertly focuses on client expression and creating projects that reflect the client’s taste and lifestyle needs. She is particularly interested in exploring sustainability in the context of luxury design.

Q&A with Jessica Iwaniec, Design Director

As a Design Director, Jessica Iwaniec offers a holistic approach, creating spaces that lend themselves to a lifestyle of comfort, melding craft with a modern aesthetic.

A Weekend in Paris

Follow Alexia Sheinman, Director of Branding & Communications, for a two-day Parisian tour of design, antiques, art and food.

Q&A with Stephanie Sarkies-Schabot, Design Director

Design Director Stephanie Sarkies-Schabot shares her knowledge and passion for high end residential interior design.

Q&A with Brigitte Coleman, Design Director

Design Director Brigitte Coleman aims to create spaces that feel effortless and elegant, grounded in the philosophy that the best designs are deceptively simple.

Q&A with Francis Nicdao, Principal & Chief Creative Officer

As Principal and Chief Creative Officer, Francis is responsible for both business development and the creative direction of our projects. He is integral to upholding the Pembrooke & Ives standard of quality design and client service.

Q&A with Rendell Fernandez, Design Director

Design Director Rendell Fernandez shares his background of product and interior design with residential and commercial projects.