--- title: "The New Design Project — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-new-design-project-pfvwus-pf~1041043280 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1041043280.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "The New Design Project" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/db6335e203c473c2_5656-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "82 Guernsey St, 2B, Brooklyn, New York 11222, United States" latitude: 40.7272 longitude: -73.9498 phone: "(917) 822-8157" website: http://thenewdesignproject.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 15 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 547 last_updated: 2026-08-13 --- # The New Design Project Original Houzz profile: [The New Design Project](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-new-design-project-pfvwus-pf~1041043280) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Brooklyn, NY - **Serves:** New York City, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Jersey City, Long Island City - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (15 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2016–2020), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves The New Design Project is a Brooklyn based Interior Design Studio led by Creative Director, Fanny Abbes. A graduate of New York City's renowned Parsons School of Design, Fanny left a successful career in finance to pursue her passion for design. She was born in France but grew up in Africa and the USA, and has since spent most of her adult life living in London, Paris, and New York. Her aesthetic is inspired by and reflects her experience of having lived in some of the world's most cosmopolitan places. Fanny undertakes residential and commercial projects in New York City, as well as internationally. Her work has been featured extensively online and in the written design press around the world, and she is currently working on projects in New York City and London. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Custom Furniture - Custom Fixtures - Remodeling ### Areas Served - New York City - Brooklyn - Manhattan - Jersey City - Long Island City ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - 10,000,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | The New Design Project | | Address | 82 Guernsey St, 2B, Brooklyn, New York 11222, United States | | Phone | (917) 822-8157 | | Website | http://thenewdesignproject.com | | License Number | 80-091397 | | Followers on Houzz | 547 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/TheNewDesignProject?ref=hl - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/NewDesignProjet - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-new-design-project?trk=top\_nav\_home - Blog — http://www.pinterest.com/newdesignprojet/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [The New Design Project](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-new-design-project-pfvwus-pf~1041043280) - **Website:** http://thenewdesignproject.com - **Phone:** (917) 822-8157 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Parsons New School for Design - Featured in Various Publications: - de zeen - Architectural Digest - Interior Design Magazine - REFINERY29 - Casa Vogue - ELLE Decoration - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2016–2020), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 15 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Pam H, Sept. 2019** > We love our new home. And it's all thanks to Fanny and James at The New Design Project. Great ideas, an amazing aesthetic and really fun and easy to work with. Plus super organized, kept great records and stayed completely ON BUDGET despite my constant attempts to overspend. Fanny really listened to us and responded with design ideas that were super elevated - so while the house still feels like us, it’s in a style and sensibility we never could have figured out on our own. **★★★★★ — Yuta Delarck, Sept. 2019** > James and Fanny designed and oversaw the renovation of the ktichen and two bathrooms in our new appartment. From the first contact throughout the proccess, they were extremely responsive and such a pleasure to work with. As with any extensive renovation, there were unexpected challenges but they were able to come up with creative and cost-saving solutions. They both have an impeccable taste and we could not be happier with the end result. **★★★★★ — Mason Lane Art Advisory Services, March 2017** > The New Design Project is top of the line in terms of professionalism, creative vision, and execution -- everything you would want from a designer. They are passionate about and dedicated to finding a solution that fits client needs and exceeds client expectations. In working with them, you can expect clear communication, fast response times, and innovative ideas. I am so pleased to have worked with them and highly recommend their services. **Comment from The New Design Project:** > We loved working with you. Here's to continued collaboration on other projects! **★★★★★ — Mary D, Feb. 2017** > It was a pleasure working with The New Design Project. We are not the most decisive couple and were nervous about decorating our first house. Fanny was patient, helpful, resourceful and budget-conscious. She has excellent creative ideas and was able to translate our sometimes muddled design thoughts into reality. Our home is now much more sophisticated and livable. I definitely recommend The New Design Project. **Comment from The New Design Project:** > Was a pleasure working with you guys. We're so glad you're pleased with the result, as well as with the process to get there. x **★★★★★ — S G, Dec. 2016** > Cannot recommend The New Design Project any more highly. Working with the team was my first-ever experience with a designer, and I was impressed continually with their professionalism, creativity, and level of organization. I hired them to decorate my two-bedroom apartment, giving them wide latitude so long as the design was still within my budget. Following those constraints, the team came up with a unique mix of custom-designed pieces and splashes of CB2 and West Elm where spending just wasn't necessary. They were able to translate my "tastes" into a livable scheme, and did so in a way that protected me from having to deal with the inevitable hassle of coordinating deliveries and installations. **Comment from The New Design Project:** > Thanks SG for your kind words. It was a pleasure working with you on your project. Thanks for entrusting us. **★★★★★ — dhaller167, June 2016** > We very much enjoyed working with Fanny. She was thorough, responsive and creative. We trusted Fanny's opinion and we found her work to be outside the box but still mindful of our personal comfort. The overall process of design, item suggestions and purchase was smooth and easy. She worked quite well with our architect and provided input where needed on the overall renovation. > Throughout the project, Fanny was mindful of our budget and carefully guided us on "splurge" items versus reasonable substitutes. From design to the staging of our apartment, we would certainly recommend Fanny's work. **Comment from The New Design Project:** > Thanks so much for your review Dana. You were dream clients and it was a pleasure to design your home for you. Stay in touch. x **★★★★★ — jengutmann, May 2016** > I worked with The New Design Project for a bathroom renovation and was incredibly pleased with the entire process. Fanny and James took my weird, sometimes contradictory, and overly vague description of what I thought I wanted and created a beautiful space that perfectly captured what I wanted. They were incredibly organized and responsive throughout the project, and handled the small issues that came up quickly and professionally. On top of all that they are lovely people! I would absolutely use them again and wholeheartedly recommend them! **Comment from The New Design Project:** > Thanks so much for taking the time to review Jen. We're really pleased with how everything turned out with your beautiful home. x **★★★★★ — Matthew Lenning, May 2016** > PROJECT SCOPE: Full renovation of my 1BR (kitchen and bathroom) as well as interior design and project management. > > EXCELLENT communication from step-one, through completion of project. > > Fanny & James are a talented design and project management team. They made the project fun and as stress free as possible. > > There is absolutely no way I could have pulled this off on my own. > > Final results exceed my expectations. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! **Comment from The New Design Project:** > Really appreciate the review Matthew. Hope you're enjoying your new home. x **★★★★★ — jillbarri, April 2016** > Professional, budget conscious, patient, creative, timely, talented. What more can I say. Highly recommend. Fanny and James are very easy to work with and will ensure a successful transformation of your space regardless of the size of the project. **Comment from The New Design Project:** > Hi Jill, thank you so much for your kind words. **★★★★★ — Alexandra Blair, Jan. 2016** > I would highly recommend working with The New Design Project for any interior design or staging project - I cannot say enough good things about how wonderful our experience was with designing our new apartment. > > Making the move from a tiny east village studio, to a roomier, Brooklyn 2 bed, my husband and I were at a loss where to even begin with our decorating. Fanny and James came highly recommended, and after our initial meeting, we knew that they could deliver the feel in our apartment we were looking to achieve. > > Fanny has an incredible eye, and after learning our style and absorbing our vision, she presented several mood boards for our apartment, then worked with us to get the look just right. Importantly, she meticulously stayed within our budget, and with each new choice made sure to balance new expenses by decreasing others. Our final list of items ranged from high end unique lamps to more affordable pieces that blend in perfectly. > > Fanny is highly organized, and provided us with a spreadsheet detailing each proposed item, complete with links to online photos, and the ability to sort by company and designated room within the apartment. > > We are thrilled with our apartment and could not feel more at home. Thank you Fanny and James for your wonderful work! **Comment from The New Design Project:** > Thank you so much for your kind review. We loved working on your home. x **★★★★★ — Liz Buffa, July 2015** > Fanny did a great job of listening to what we wanted putting together a plan that achieved what we set out to do without going over our budget. She also accommodated our feedback really nicely. We couldn't be happier with our new look. **★★★★★ — lramsey1, April 2015** > This is the first time we've commissioned an interior designer - probably because it felt like an insane luxury, and 'hey, we've furnished our previous homes and they all looked okay!' But when we bought our first apartment, the space we were confronted with was a little 'intimidating'. I say this because we haven't lived in such an open plan environment before - we like space, but we still like to feel cozy when we're at home - and most significantly, there is a lot of dark wood on the ceiling, two wooden pillars, and an extensive brick wall in the space. These are all tremendous features we're lucky to have, but we were aware that if we picked the wrong furniture/decor, our new investment could end up looking either like a fussy, rustic ski-lodge! > > When we commissioned The New Design Project, their designer, Fanny listened carefully to our brief, and our differing opinions. She was considerate of the parameters we set such as the budget; the furniture and artwork we wanted to keep; and practicalities such as storage needs. In the concepts she presented she was adept at balancing all our contradictions e.g. wanting something stylish yet homely; playful with color yet not overly quirky etc. etc. > > The main focus of our brief, and where we were prepared to spend most of our budget, was the lighting. The New Design Project helped us to take the stress out of the contracting. They oversaw the extensive electrical work needed to fix the obvious 'botch-jobs' of previous contractors, and the installation of new light fixtures that zoned the large living space. > > One thing I really love about working with Fanny is that she is so direct and straightforward in her professional views. It made it so much easier to discuss our honest opinion on things e.g. ideas or materials we didn't like, ideas that we had that she thought were good, and equally those that were not so good. It meant that by the end there was a lot of trust and clarity of understanding. > > Along with all the additional bonuses of having an interior designer (handling contractors, having someone there for deliveries, dealing with customer service issues on orders, store discounts etc.) Fanny is extremely talented at creating one-of-a-kind, artwork on canvas, that adds a certain 'je ne sais quoi' to our once bare walls. What a bonus! > > We are exceptionally happy with the finished design and furnishing of our new home' Thank you New Design Project! **Comment from The New Design Project:** > We loved working on your project and are so glad you're happy with the end result. Enjoy your beautiful new home! http://www.houzz.com/projects/826465/elegant-loft-with-colored-accents-jersey-city-nj ## Selected projects - [Townhouse, Brooklyn Navy Yard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/townhouse-brooklyn-navy-yard-pj-vj~5819634) - Location: Brooklyn, NY - Photos: 12 - [Williamsburg, Brooklyn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/williamsburg-brooklyn-pj-vj~2702443) - Location: Brooklyn, NY - Photos: 5 - [Fresh and Serene on Park Avenue South](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fresh-and-serene-on-park-avenue-south-pj-vj~2204778) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 12 - [Tailored Simplicity for a Bright Chelsea Duplex](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tailored-simplicity-for-a-bright-chelsea-duplex-pj-vj~945801) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 10 - Description: With a blissful color palette and a seamless mix of statement pieces, graphic artwork and ethnic accessories, this Chelsea duplex apartment oozes sophistication and elegance. The inviting and generously proportioned low-slung sectional in the living room makes the most of the high ceilings and natural light, and sets the tone for the rest of the scheme. An oversized pendant cloche lamp acts as a sculptural centerpiece, while the brass coffee table, a custom piece designed by The New Design Proje… - [Elegant Loft with Colored Accents](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elegant-loft-with-colored-accents-pj-vj~826465) - Location: Jersey City, NJ - Photos: 10 - Description: A young couple's urban residence is enriched with bursts of bold color and texture, transforming it into an elegant and modern apartment full of strong and vibrant flavors. Modern pieces have been combined with playful accents and ethnic touches to create a space that is eclectic but undeniably urban, and is cool and relaxed whilst still feeling grown-up. The use of simple graphic patterns and vivid colors tones down the existing woodwork and prevents the space from feeling overly rustic. The pr… - [Upper East Side Pied-à-Terre](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-east-side-pied-a-terre-pj-vj~6432877) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 7 - [Mellow Monochrome Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mellow-monochrome-residence-pj-vj~608375) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 12 - Description: Modest and neutral, yet cosy and inviting, this space is a welcome departure from your conventional rental apartment. The whole scheme is pared back but it does not skimp on either character or individuality thanks to a variety of cohesive pieces. A combination of a mellow monochromatic palette, repurposed items (low stools fashioned from old cable reels), with wood and metal accents, inject a warm and simple elegance to the space. The art work (black and white prints, white and gold ceramics, a… - [Staging 2020](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/staging-2020-pj-vj~6432907) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Staging 2018](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/staging-2018-pj-vj~2964572) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 24 - Description: We design model apartments and provide staging for developers and real estate brokers. We carry a large inventory of our own high-end furniture, lighting, textiles and accessories. Project cost relates to Furniture Rental for a period of three months - [Staging 2016/17](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/staging-2016-17-pj-vj~2150378) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 21 - Description: We design model apartments and provide staging for developers and real estate brokers. We carry a large inventory of our own high-end furniture, lighting, textiles and accessories. Project cost relates to Furniture Rental for a period of three months [See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/the-new-design-project-pfvwus-pf~1041043280) ## Ideabooks - [Lighting - Ceiling](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/133764943/list/lighting-ceiling) — 23 ideas - [My Crown Molding Installation Project](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/147905850/list/my-crown-molding-installation-project) — 5 ideas - [tiles](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/142870798/list/tiles) — 3 ideas - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70668103/list/wish-list) — 2 ideas - [Decor - Wall - Mirror](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/133891945/list/decor-wall-mirror) — 1 idea [See all 5 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/thenewdesignproject) ## Community Q&A **Q: chairs pictured?** *(in Photo Questions)* What brand/make are the teal chairs pictured? A: westelm **Q: Wallpaper question** *(in Photo Questions)* I love the wallpaper. Where is it from? A: Hello, the wallpaper is from Eskayel: https://eskayel.com/product-category/wallpaper/ **Q: What is the paint color please?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the color of the walls! A: it's just black. Eggshell finish. **Q: Love the mirror!** *(in Photo Questions)* Where is is from? A: Hello, the mirror is from Uhuru **Q: The wall art!!** *(in Photo Questions)* Please advise how can I find the wall art!! Have been looking for it from last year from cb2 catalog! A: This piece is an original painting (ref/artist above) so there won't be copies. **Q: Where did you get the wire art from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello! This is from Bend Goods via Wayfair. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-13.*