Carly Jane Design
Great Barrington | carlyjanedesign.com
Approach: As a Berkshire local, born and raised, the Berkshires have formed and inspired my ideals. We have trademarked our style as New England Fresh, which is a combination of timeless design with modern sensibilities and laid back elegance.
Secret Source: Jean Paul Upholstery Studio (@jpupholsterystudio) has been custom making our headboards—it’s an amazing way to make bedrooms totally bespoke!
Color Crush: You can’t go wrong with rust.
Germain Interiors
Great Barrington | germaininteriors.com
“We focus on fewer pieces that have more presence and personality.”
Approach: We lean into modern, with clean lines and uncluttered spaces. Designing millwork and unique furniture pieces really adds a layer of customization to a new home as well.
Color Crush: We are really loving warm palettes that include buttery hues contrasted by rich grounding colors.
Tip: Peel and stick wallpaper: it’s amazing and rental friendly!
PHOTO CREDITS: GERMAIN: ELENA LETTERON
Irwin Feld Design
Hillsdale, NY | irwinfelddesign.com
“Incorporating the natural beauty that surrounds us is essential.”
Approach: I use a lot of midcentury modern pieces in my design, but in a way that is contemporary and not nostalgic. I like my work to appear “unstaged” rather than a place you can’t live in.
Secret Source: My wife, Marcy Feld (marcyfeld.com), is a fine art photographer, and I have incorporated many of her nature inspired pieces into my work. My good friend John Mahoney of Nippon West (nipponwest.com) just created a collection of extraordinary pillows for the studio from vintage Japanese kimonos.
PHOTO CREDITS: IRWIN FELD: COURTESY OF IRWIN FELD DESIGN
Hammertown
Great Barrington, Pine Plains, NY, Rhinebeck, NY | hammertown.com
“Our goal is to help people build interiors that are an expression of their unique personal style and serve their needs.”
Approach: Hammertown’s design signature is all about finding that perfect mix of styles and eras to help our clients create spaces that endure. Mixing in vintage elements helps tell a story and is a way to create an eclectic moment in even the most sparse, contemporary space.
Tip: A piece that delivers a gorgeous silhouette and provides a functional purpose is always a win win.
PHOTO CREDIT: HAMMERTOWN: COURTESY OF HAMMERTOWN
Paul Rich & Sons
Pittsfield | paulrich.com
“Working and living in the Berkshires is a privilege we cherish every day.”
Approach: Our selection includes thousands of fabrics and finishes. We encourage clients and designers to visit and explore all we have to offer. From sourcing products to final touches, we provide everything you need to complete any project.
Tip: Define the space’s purpose and daily use to come up with a layout that promotes comfort and flow.
Color Crush: We are seeing the rise of rich, saturated colors—greens, browns, and other deep tones—paired with bold patterns in fabrics and wallpaper.
Trendspotting: Looking ahead to 2025, the trend continues to move toward sustainable, organic materials and designs that exude warmth and comfort.
Tip: Create a realistic budget and time frame for your project.
PHOTO CREDIT: PAUL RICH: COURTESY OF PAUL RICH & SONS
Casa Marcelo
Salisbury, CT | casamarcelo.co
“My goal is to capture my clients’ essence.”
Approach: I tend towards understated elements with a touch of bohemian and midcentury modern—plus a love for wallpaper and color. I like homes that are well-designed but don’t scream “designer.”
What is “Berkshires Style”? With families, interiors need to feel lived-in and not too precious—a style that aligns perfectly with the relaxed yet refined aesthetic of the area.
Secret Source: Shandell’s marbled goods (shandells.com) are always a fun piece to add to a project!
PHOTO CREDIT: CASA MARCELO: NICK GLIMENAKIS
bramble!
Great Barrington | thebramble.us
“We build functional playful spaces that adapt to real-life needs.”
Approach: The people and families we meet along the journey inspire us. You can learn a lot from where people are moving or the previous renovations done to an older Berkshire home. The backstory serves as the inspiration.
Secret Source: Marveled Designs (marveleddesigns.com) for custom concrete designs.
PHOTO CREDIT: BRAMBLE: LISA VOLLMER
Jennifer Bianco Design for Scout House
Great Barrington | jenniferbiancodesign.com | scout-house.com
“My style is about blending antiques and modern pieces of furniture to create cozy, warm, and inviting spaces.”
Approach: I bring warmth and soul to a space through my use of antique carpet, cowhides, sheepskins, and texture.
Tip: A great window treatment can make a space feel more inviting.
PHOTO CREDIT: BIANCO & WINGATE: COURTESY OF THE DESIGNERS
Wingate Ltd.
Great Barrington | wingateltd.com
Approach: We endeavor to create settings that are welcoming, beautiful, and elevating.
What is “Berkshires style”? It is open ended and only to be defined by the lifestyle needs and desires of our clients. I am inspired by the air, lack of congestion, and natural beauty.
Color Crush: Soothing and soft natural earth tones.
C. Herrington Home + Design
Hillsdale, NY | cherringtonhome.com
Approach: My personal style is expansive, adaptive, and timeless chic. I have a deep appreciation for many different aesthetics and generally when I enter a space, it speaks to me.
Trendspotting: I think a trend that you will see in 2025 is a dedicated space for wellness—an in-home yoga or pilates studio, a meditation or cold plunge room, or perhaps a spa-like bathroom.
Secret Source: ReStore (berkshirerestore.org). I love a good recycled treasure!
Jess Cooney Interiors
Great Barrington | jesscooney.com
“We are known for making sense of homes.”
Approach: We combine rustic and reclaimed elements that create a deep comfort while combining clean modern touches and unexpected moments in a home.
Color Crush: Don’t be afraid of the color black. It elevates a space like nothing else.
Trendspotting: Browns are back in a big way. I am currently loving a soft pink with a brown and also loving gold tones.
Secret Source: Have to shout out FINCH hudson (finchhudson.com) for all of their vintage chairs.
