About PFNY Designs
Full-Service Interior Design Firm
I started my journey in design while I was in school at Parsons in NYC, back in 2006. Although I didn't immediately start working, I took the initiative to register my business name at City Hall and obtained a Tax ID for resale. I decided to create a brand that was a play on the FDNY, taking my initials PF and incorporating the essence of NYC into it, thus giving birth to PFNY Designs.
While still in school during my last semester, I approached the "Builder of the Year" in Mystic, CT, who was working on a showhouse project. I offered to design for them, free of charge, in exchange for the invaluable experience. To my surprise, he accepted my proposal, and I was tasked with designing four bathrooms, including two main bedroom baths and two guest baths. Throughout my journey, I've primarily worked on my own, collaborating with talented subcontractors I've assembled over the years.
Building a team of skilled contractors was a significant achievement, something that new designers often struggle with. Our primary goal has always been simple: making quality design accessible to everyone. While it's possible to design on a tight budget, it can be more challenging, and that's where our expertise comes in.
My business has evolved over the years and faced a significant setback during my husband's battle with a rare blood cancer, which required a years-long stem cell transplant and recovery from 2012 to 2015. Afterward, my life took a different turn, and I found myself alone. I decided to leave the city after a year, as the memories were no longer happy. I relocated to Connecticut, my home state, though not my hometown, and had to start from scratch, rebuilding relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors. Interestingly, my previous website attracted clients from Newport, RI, and East Greenwich, RI, which served as a much-needed jumpstart.
Unfortunately, my mom fell ill and passed away while I was driving to a job in Newport. Nearly a year later, I moved to Providence, RI, purchased a house, and started working in Rhode Island in 2019. Then, in 2020, the world faced unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic, and I found myself pondering the way forward. While contractors were allowed to work as essential services, interior design wasn't. When the industry started to recover in 2021, I sought out remodeling contractors and became a project manager. I met several remodelers during that time, and we're still working together. I've expanded my services to offer both remodeling and design. I now integrate the remodelers into my projects, allowing them to bring their expertise alongside my design skills.
My journey into design has an interesting twist as my family owned an HVAC plumbing supply house and showrooms. Kohler approached my family to become a showroom, which led me to design bathrooms for them. I worked for my family for five to six years before deciding to explore further. My academic background includes degrees in Fashion Buying and Merchandising as well as Marketing. I returned to school at Parsons in NYC to gain a design education.
I primarily work alone, and when clients express interest, I collaborate with virtual assistants to create mood boards and renderings. I have extensive experience, with 16 years in the field, and I'm dedicated to providing top-notch design services.
We offer Full-Service Interior Design, Bathroom Design, Kitchen Design, Home Interior Design, Cabinet Design, Custom Woodwork, and Semi-Custom Design Services.
Interior Design Services by PFNY Designs:
Kitchen Remodel Using Marsh | Bathroom Remodel | Semi Custom Cabinets or Knight | House or Rooms Remodels | Full Service Interior Designs | New Construction Services
Interior Designers at PFNY Designs serves across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York