Business Details
34 Years
experience
Luxury Interior Design Services in New York
Founded in 1992, Ashbourne Designs has evolved from a retail furnishings business into a premier luxury interior design firm. Our founder, Christine Gentile, brings over three decades of experience in fashion, antiques, and residential design to create timeless spaces that balance classic elegance with modern innovation. With a background in fashion buying and merchandising, Christine transitioned to interior design after recognizing a demand for bespoke residential solutions. Our full-service approach includes personalized consultations, custom design plans, and meticulous project management from concept to completion. Christine's expertise in sourcing trade-only furnishings and resolving construction challenges ensures exceptional results for both large-scale renovations and individual room transformations.We maintain direct client collaboration throughout every project phase, combining creative vision with practical execution. Our work has been featured in prominent publications such as Luxe Home Dcor and Traditional Home, reflecting our commitment to excellence. With deep roots in the tri-state area, we specialize in creating spaces that reflect each client's unique lifestyle while maintaining enduring aesthetic value. Our process emphasizes clear communication, attention to detail, and leveraging industry relationships to deliver superior craftsmanship. This combination of experience, creativity, and client-focused service has established us as trusted leaders in luxury residential design.
Services
Luxury Interior Design
Construction Renovation
Finish Selections
Furniture Sourcing
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of luxury residential design experience in the tri-state area
- Founder Christine Gentile combines fashion industry expertise with interior design mastery
- Featured in Luxe Home Dcor, Traditional Home, and Cottages and Gardens
- Direct collaboration between designer and client throughout entire project lifecycle
- Proven ability to resolve complex construction challenges while maintaining design integrity
What people say
Timeless elegance
Exceptional attention to detail
Personalized approach
Seamless execution
Expert coordination
Services
Luxury Interior Design
Our full-service luxury interior design offering combines classic elegance with modern innovation. Christine Gentile personally guides clients through a comprehensive process that includes initial consultations, custom design plans, and meticulous implementation. We specialize in creating timeless spaces that reflect individual lifestyles while maintaining enduring aesthetic value. The service includes sourcing trade-only furnishings, coordinating installations, and adding final decorative touches to ensure cohesive, functional living environments.
Construction Renovation
We manage complete home renovations from initial concept through final execution. Christine collaborates with architects and contractors to develop cohesive design strategies that integrate structural changes with interior aesthetics. Our expertise includes material selection, timeline coordination, and resolving construction challenges while maintaining design integrity. The service ensures seamless implementation of both cosmetic upgrades and major structural transformations while preserving the home's architectural character.
Finish Selections
Our comprehensive finish selection service guides clients through choosing cabinetry, flooring, and custom plumbing fixtures. Christine leverages industry relationships to source premium materials that align with each project's aesthetic and functional requirements. We provide expert recommendations on durable, stylish options while maintaining budgetary constraints. The service includes coordinating deliveries and ensuring proper installation of all selected finishes to achieve cohesive, high-quality results.
Furniture Sourcing
We source unique, high-quality furnishings through exclusive trade channels. Our service includes selecting custom upholstery, statement pieces, and decorative accessories that enhance each space's design narrative. Christine's background in fashion and antiques informs her ability to curate distinctive collections that balance form and function. We manage the entire procurement process, from initial selection to delivery coordination, ensuring timely acquisition of all required elements.
Project Management
Our end-to-end project management ensures seamless execution of design plans. Christine oversees scheduling, vendor coordination, and quality control throughout the implementation phase. The service includes regular client communication, timeline adjustments as needed, and final quality inspections. We employ proven organizational systems to minimize disruptions while maintaining strict attention to detail, ensuring projects are completed on time and to exacting standards.
People
Christine Gentile
Founder & Lead Designer
With over 30 years in design and fashion, Christine established Ashbourne Designs after successful careers in fashion buying and European antiques. Her work combines classic elegance with modern innovation, featured in major design publications. She personally oversees all projects.
Charles Gentile
Construction Collaborator
A skilled home builder with extensive construction expertise, Charles partners with Christine on structural aspects of design projects. His technical knowledge ensures proper execution of complex renovations while maintaining aesthetic integrity.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in luxury residential projects throughout the New York tri-state area, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, and surrounding suburbs.
What design styles do you specialize in?
Our signature style blends classic elegance with modern innovation, creating timeless spaces that incorporate both traditional elements and contemporary touches.
How involved will I be in the design process?
Clients work directly with Christine throughout every stage, from initial concept development to final installation, with regular progress updates and decision points.
Can you handle both small and large projects?
We offer flexible services for individual rooms or complete home renovations, maintaining the same level of detail and quality across all project sizes.
How do you manage construction challenges?
Christine's collaboration with experienced builders and contractors ensures effective resolution of structural issues while maintaining design integrity.
