Moving from a small and barely furnished New York City apartment to a 6000 square foot home is no easy task. With a full time job, an 18 month old and a second child on the way, I was in desperate need of help. I knew the style I liked but had no idea how to articulate it, where to find it or how to put it all together. A friend who happened to be an old colleague of Phyllis’ recommended her to me. I felt very comfortable with Phyllis right from the start. She took control of the project and I followed her lead. I wanted her to push me to be a bit more creative which she found challenging. She always accepted my decisions and treated my opinions with great respect. Her follow up skills and attention to detail made the project run very smoothly.
Three years later, I challenged Phyllis by moving into another house and asking her to retrofit most of the design concepts and furniture. As always, Phyllis came up with great solutions and we were able to use almost everything. My taste is very traditional and Phyllis has followed that theme and infused a bit of more modern pieces where appropriate. A task that I would have never attempted on my own.
Phyllis renovated our second home completely from off site. She worked closely with my architect and builder. The style of this home is modern and Phyllis had some fun pushing me out of my comfort zone. This is my favorite job that she has done.
Phyllis is an amazingly talented designer and has become a fantastic teacher and friend to my husband and I. I value her opinion, which she is always happy to give whether she is working on a project for me, or not.
— Karen and Lewis Meyers


“Phyllis strikes an excellent balance between delivering exactly what you want and remaining within budget. She quickly grasped my style and taste and created the look and feel beyond my expectations. I was inspired by her creativity. She is incredibly responsive and accessible and an absolute pleasure to work with. I recommended her services to those people seeking a trustworthy, reliable and talented professional.”
— M. Aloisi, CT


“It’s a question we’d all like answered: “Is there life after renovation and refurbishing?” “Yes”, is the answer if your guide through the thorns and snares of fabricating your nest is a designer named Phyllis Harbinger.
From my personal experience she is a creative problem-solver, skilled at providing exactly what the client wants while keeping costs within the budget. Her access to resources is invaluable. Her conscientious attention to details and her quick responsiveness to concerns guarantee an exceptional outcome. She produces beauty and luxury.”
— Judith Wolf, NY


“We met Phyllis Harbinger of Design Concepts/Interiors at a Design Show in Manhattan when we were midway though our house construction project. We hit it off immediately. She jumped right in and helped us out with areas ranging from railings, moldings and tile to furniture, window treatments and artwork. We were probably not the easiest clients, having no idea what our taste was. We knew what we disliked but not necessarily what we liked. Phyllis work tirelessly to help us define our style. Once we did, she and her wonderful team traveled far and wide to find items that were unique and followed our design aesthetic. With Phyllis, everything has to be perfect. She does not compromise with her vendors, the items had to be received exactly as ordered or she would have them sent back or remedied. She was always careful to stay within budgets whether we were ordering custom made furniture or picking out decorative items and accessories. I would strongly recommend Design Concepts/Interiors for design assistance. We look forward to working with Phyllis and her team when we are ready to start our next project.”
— Lynn Norton, NJ


“Working with Phyllis Harbinger has been an absolute pleasure. She has helped design three homes for us and not only did each project turn out beautifully but the process was enjoyable as well. Phyllis was quickly able to pick up on our tastes and desires, narrowing down furniture and fabric selections so decision was a breeze. When we moved to our second home, Phyllis was extremely creative, enabling us to incorporate much of what we already owned into our new home, yet making it seem as if it was all custom for the new space. Our home has turned into a fabulous reflection of who we are and how we live, all thanks to the help of Phyllis and Design Concepts Interiors.”
— Marcy Wade, NY


“I have worked with Phyllis Harbinger and her team at DCI Studio for the past 8 years. We have done many projects in our home and she just gets our style and knows what we will like. Phyllis has designed full-scale projects including two bathroom renovations and has also been a consultant on our kitchen and master suite renovations. We are happy to have her as a part of our team of professionals.”
— Linda Schaffer, NY