New York School of Interior Design

🎓✨ Jamela Winocour ’24 (BFA), an interior designer at Ingrao, recently participated in NYSID’s Speed Portfolio Review, offering valuable feedback and guidance to students preparing to enter the job market.

“I love this school. I am happy to give back to the NYSID family in any way I can,” says Jamela.
As a student, Jamela received both the NYSID BFA Trustee Scholarship and the NYSID Diversity Scholarship, awards that helped shape her journey. She says, “I had been intimidated by starting over in life. I really needed that extra push that came with the validation of the scholarships. It gave me the confidence to keep going.”

Scholarships do more than provide financial support—they build confidence, create opportunity, and help talented designers reach their full potential. Make a gift by July 1: nysid.edu/make-a-gift

🎨 Looking for a creative way to spend your summer?

NYSID Institute for Continuing & Professional Studies (ICPS) offers online and in-person courses in interior design, art, technology, and more for every level of experience, all taught by industry professionals. Now is your chance to take your interior design career to the next level

Register before classes fill up: nysid.edu/icps

For 10 years, NYSID’s Service Learning Studio has empowered students to use design as a force for social impact. From creating spaces for survivors of domestic violence to designing for individuals with disabilities, students are learning that thoughtful interiors can truly transform lives. ✨

In this inspiring conversation, faculty member Terry Kleinberg reflects on a decade of meaningful work, the power of evidence-based design, and how students are discovering that accessibility and beauty go hand in hand.

Learn more: nysid.edu/blog/a-decade-of-nysids-service-learning-studio

In honor of Pride Month, NYSID is recognizing historical designers who have shaped the world of design. ✨

We’re highlighting actor turned interior designer William "Billy" Haines. Forced out of Hollywood because he refused to hide his identity, he started a design business with his romantic partner Jimmie Shields. He was a pioneer of the Regency Revival and had many celebrity clients including Joan Crawford and Carole Lombard. Today, he is best known for his furniture designs, many of which remain highly sought after by collectors.

📷: Photofest

🎉 Congratulations to Jamie Lyn Smith '25 (BID), principal and founder of Smith Home Studios, on being featured in Upstate House for her stunning transformation of her family’s ski cabin!

Jamie preserved the character of the original 1970s A-frame structure while reimagining the home for modern family life. From opening up the kitchen and living spaces for better flow to incorporating natural materials and warm wood finishes throughout the home, every design decision was made with comfort and connection in mind.

Explore her design now: upstatehouse.com/how-a-1970s-a-frame-near-hunter-mountain-was-reimagined-for-modern-family-life

How a 1970s A-Frame Near Hunter Mountain Was Reimagined for Modern Family Life | Upstate House An ugly fireplace sparks a full renovation of a 1970s A-frame near Hunter Mountain, as designer Jamie Smith transforms a ski cabin into a soft-modern family retreat.

The NYSID community remembers the life and legacy of Scott Ageloff, who passed away on June 2.

Scott Ageloff received his Bachelor of Architecture from Carnegie Mellon Institute and his Master of Architecture from Yale University. He founded Ageloff & Associates, which became Ageloff Design Group, where he became known for his thoughtful integration of architecture and interior design and his commitment to improving the lives of his clients through design.

"Scott played a pivotal role in the college’s growth during a period of significant program and facility expansion. As dean, he helped shape NYSID’s emergence as a leader in design education, strengthening the foundation on which it continues to build today. A generous mentor to students, faculty, and staff, he inspired many through his dedication to design education and the profession. His influence lives on through the many lives he touched,” says NYSID President David Sprouls.

“Scott's leadership in interior design legislation, program accreditation, and the profession deeply influenced NYSID's growth and its reputation for rigorous curricula and outstanding programs,” says NYSID Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean Ellen Fisher.

Read more: nysid.edu/blog/remembering-scott-ageloff

📷: Image courtesy of Ageloff Design Group

🎉 Congrats to Nina Farmer ’02 for being named to the 1stDibs 50 for 2026! 👏

This list honors designers who create spaces that show how great design leads to a better life.

Shoutout to faculty member Holly Hayden Taylor ’10 (BFA), executive design director at Jeremiah Brent Design, and Board of Trustees member David Kleinberg of David Kleinberg Design Associates and Young Huh of Young Huh Interior Design whose firms were also recognized on this year’s list.

Read the full list: ow.ly/Mxo150Z5e6L
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💡You don't want to miss award-winning designers Charles Pavarini '81 (BFA) and Randall Pavarini ‘00 (AAS) of Pavarini Design as they explore how lighting can bridge healthcare and hospitality design!

The conversation will highlight their work on the Dayan Wellness Center, when they implemented a fully integrated design approach from the earliest stages of development, using light to shape visitor experience.

Secure your free spot: member.dlfny.org/event-6708756

This event is part of the series The Impact of Light and Color in Design, brought to you by the Designer's Lighting Forum NY and hosted at the New York School of Interior Design.

📏 Curious about the difference between interior design, interior decorating, and architecture?

Join NYSID’s Admissions team virtually on Thursday, June 11, to explore how these creative fields overlap and what sets them apart. Learn more about the coursework, skill sets, and career paths associated with each discipline, and discover which direction may be the best fit for you.

Sign up: ow.ly/xoN950YWCke

In honor of Pride Month, NYSID is recognizing historical figures whose lasting contributions have shaped the world of design. ✨

Today, we’re spotlighting pioneering interior designer Elsie de Wolfe, often regarded as America’s first decorator. After beginning her career as an actress, de Wolfe became one of the first professional women interior decorators, with clients including Henry Clay Frick, Anne Harriman Vanderbilt, and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor.

Known for transforming dark, ornate Victorian interiors, she introduced lighter French-inspired palettes. De Wolfe lived and worked with her life partner, Elisabeth Marbury, and together they renovated homes, leaving a lasting mark on the design industry.

📷: Elisabeth Marbury and Elsie de Wolfe, 1923