Giselle Ulmo Design

Interior Designers & Decorators

About Us

Giselle Ulmo, Interior Designer, Well AP, Renovator. Becoming an interior designer was a natural progression since I have been designing my whole life. I was in fashion for years and then interior design became my focus when I bought a house that needed a lot of work. I returned to the university for a degree in interior design and Giselle Ulmo Design was launched. During my career, I have worked with many different clients on a variety of projects. Also in collaboration with some of the top design-build companies in NYC. Many are represented in our project portfolio. We focus on renovations of kitchens and bathrooms, space planning, and furnishings on projects around the world with a variety of types of projects, clients, and budgets. In addition, we also specialize in healthy interiors; well-focused products, and procurement. As Well AP and healthy material advocates, we are qualified to specify products and furnishings for your home that are not harmful to you or the environment. On a constant hunt to bring the healthiest products free of off-gassing, formaldehyde, and VOC. This serves well for people with allergies, respiratory medical conditions, and aging in place. To our team and I, a space is not only about aesthetics it is important that it serves its habitants and functions well. The essence of my designs and project are developed when we listen to our clients, understand the space, and are able to take the client's vision and make it a reality. I have built my business working in collaboration with designers, renders, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and painters. We have worked on some great projects and we celebrate that each time. Many of my clients have become my friends and we have a mutual inspiration for each other.

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Art Selection, Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Furniture, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Rugs, Custom Shelving, Custom Table, Design Consultation, Dining Room Design, Downsizing, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Entry Design, Feng Shui Design, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Green Building, Handicap-Accessible Design, Home Staging, House Plans, Interior Design, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Living Room Design, Mudroom Design, Nursery Design, Playroom Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Sustainable Design, Universal Design, Home Office Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Kitchen & Bathroom Design, Design for Well Being, Ageing in Place Consulting, Healthy Home Design

Areas Served

Astoria, Borough of Bronx, Cliffside Park, Inwood, Newark, North Bergen, Teterboro, Wood Ridge, Brooklyn, Upstate New York, Salisbury Mills, Newburgh, New Windsor, Washingtonville, Harriman, Vails gate, Cornwall, Monroe, Central Valley, Goshen

Awards

WELL AP and become WELL Faculty from the International WELL Building industry. As an ASID member, founder-co chair of the Health, Wellness, and Sustainability committee, Healthy Material Advocate.

23 Projects

GISELLE ULMO WELL AP CERTIFIED

Example of a large transitional u-shaped slate floor, gray floor and coffered ceiling eat-in kitchen design in New York with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

East New York Classic Kitchen

New York, NY

Example of a 1960s carpeted living room design in New York

Mid Century Seating Room and Dining Room

Mid-sized trendy master white tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile, black floor and single-sink alcove shower photo in New York with white cabinets, white walls, a pedestal sink, solid surface countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a freestanding vanity

Business Details

Business Name

Giselle Ulmo Design

Phone Number

(917) 603-8915

Website

www.giselleulmodesign.com

Address

151 East 26th Street
Suite 3B
New York, NY 10010

Typical Job Cost

$10,000 - 1 million

Every project will be priced accordingly to specific individual scope of work. We work with the client's budget and criteria.

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11 Reviews for Giselle Ulmo Design

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4.9|11 reviews

Work Quality

5.0

Communication

5.0

Value

5.0

molcay

Coming out of COVID we decided to reimagine our kitchen design. After interviewing numerous designers we engaged the services of Giselle Ulmo. We were immediately impressed by her focus on working within the budget we gave her as well as her speed to guide us on in-person tours of key tile, cabinet and stone retail operations. Giselle was very talented in working with our strict coop building management to obtain the numerous permissions required to undertake our project and guided the renovation team constantly and assiduously in compliance with these. She has an impressive roster of third party service providers and throughout the duration of our project proved an excellent communicator, including as needed, working to keep various vendors to their schedules. Thanks to Giselle’s project management and design counsel we were able to transform our space into the updated kitchen of our dreams.

July 14, 2023

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Margot this project has been one of my favorites not only because you and Jack are lovely to work with but also because we really collaborated on the vision. We discussed and explored every detail and material to create a kitchen that is unique and interesting yet classic. I loved how we were able to incorporate stone to create interest and open up the room from a dark & dated space to a bright space that is welcoming and functional. I want to thank you for allowing me to come into your home and help you achieve the kitchen that you had envisioned. It has been a pleasure working with you.

jparkdesign531

We hired Giselle to renovate our kitchen. We had some ideas of what we wanted but it was not until we spoke to Giselle that she open our eyes to the possibilities of the space. She made us realize that there was opportunities to make the space more open and functional. She introduce us to some great materials that made it all come together beautifully. The kitchen became everything we always wanted. Giselle was communicative, explaining process every step of the way. Our building was not easy but she has a way of putting everyone at ease and keep her crew moving. We highly recommend Giselle she is a great designer.

June 19, 2023

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

JP thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to help you achieve the kitchen you always wanted. It was such a great experience collaborating with you. I am so glad that we were able to finish on time and on budget and that you are happy with the results.

Melany

We appreciated Giselle's help with our recent kitchen renovation. We live in upstate NY & she made herself available even up there which we really appreciated. She listened to my thoughts then my husband's & came up with collaborative renderings which were great! Over the course of the reno, she checked in twice. She's so personable when it's all done, I'll have her over like one of "the girls" I would hire her again

November 16, 2022

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Melany it has been great to collaborate with you and help you design your new kitchen. I can't wait to see the finished kitchen. I am glad that the renderings and drawings have helped you envision a reality.

rashida2

I had a wonderful experience working with Giselle. I needed to make a change in my 2 bedroom apartment. It was outdated and looked the same for some years. I had never thought about hiring an interior designer and when I met Giselle, we just clicked. She understood what I was looking for and always respected my needs and style that I was wanting while giving great ideas and advice. She helped me make really great choices that enhanced the spaces and functionality and the process was never rushed. Whenever we met, we would always focus on the next thing that I wanted to replace or enhance. We would exchange lots of ideas and go shopping until we found the right item. Giselle also focused on items that were natural, have no toxins and quality made. My apartment was transformed to a beautiful and cozy place. The colors and furniture/design that Giselle chose for my living room area is my favorite which accommodates more people for entertaining and I never get tired of the compliments. Always, enthusiastic, always positive and fun to be around. “Thank you” Giselle for making this process a great experience.

November 2, 2021

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Nicole thank you for the review. It was so much fun to transform your space. I love how we were able to make it very functional for your family and versatile when you want to entertain. I am glad you were comfortable with our process. It should never be a stressful step but one you enjoyed.

HU-273761407

A wonderful experience: connected with NY contractors, Giselle is an experienced and very organized advisor. She understands your needs immediately, puts numbers together for meeting you with a sample around the corner. Her service is amazing all the steps of the way, including the "at door delivery". A real pro! I would recommend Giselle to everyone immediately.

November 1, 2021

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Sabine, thank you so much your review. I was glad that we where able to facilitate your needs quickly. Having clients like you is what makes my job so amazing.

Soul Light Universal

We hired Giselle to help us with our home that had several issues and challenges. One many of our common areas were dated like the kitchen and bathrooms. She designed a newly updated space that feels fresh and classic. Giselle was so knowledgeable about giving us options and really getting in the heart of how we best use our home. She made me think of things I never thought of and to see the space potential. One of our priorities was that we want everything to be as sustainable and eco-friendly as possible she is a wealth of information. She never rushed us to make a decision she just provided a lot of product information, design ideas, concept, and drawings that help me in my decision-making process. She made my priority her priority and never tried to sell me on anything that did not feel right and kept our focus. She is very clever and talented in how she mixes products at different price points to still create the look we are after without sacrificing the budget. We know we are going to enjoy our home we are halfway done but it is looking great and I know we are going to be very happy. I am so glad that we hired Giselle and she comes highly recommended.

July 20, 2021

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Hi Jane, what a great client and designer experience this has been. I am so happy that we have turned your dated and unfunctional space into a new fresh, warm and functional space that you love. Glad that we were able to give you nice options of ecofriendly and sustainable products for your healthy centered home. I hope you are able to enjoy the space for many years to come and that it serves you well.

Peacock Home And Garden Designs

Giselle and I are working on a large residential interior renovation and interior design project. We were commission by the client to work in different aspects of the project but in collaboration. We have worked together in the past and I am always amazed at her ability to very organized with her team of skilled tradesmen working on the project from tilers, millworkers, installers, and painters. Giselle is truly an experienced interior designer and project coordinator as she gets everyone moving together forward. She has such a calm demeanor which makes her a pleasure to work with. Always there to help resolve any issues, should they arise. Giselle will be there from project inception till completion, to guide the customer in creating a home in which they will love living; for many years to come. She will help ease the stress that, comes from handling a remodeling project. By helping in making the best choices for the project. On the creative side, she is able to create very detailed drawings, visual representations, and samples on hand not only to help her clients envision but also to make it easy for the crew to build. She says is like making a great recipe with the right ingredients and creativity you could make something everyone loves and enjoys. In conclusion, by hiring Giselle you will have a dependable person that, will look after your best interest at heart.

April 6, 2021

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Hi, Ivan working with you has been a pleasure. As a professional I recognized skilled work and when people are good at what they do. You are truly talented. I like to surround myself with a crew that has the same principles as our team. Dependable, Skilled, Creative, and Happy.

Renee

We have worked with Giselle twice. We hired Giselle when we finished our third floor. We added nearly 1000 sq ft to our 2600 sq ft home. Giselle created an overall design to incorporate the new space, paying specific attention to the new function and creating a cohesive floor plan. She also helped buy new furniture and accessories to turn the plan into reality. Later when we sold our home Giselle staged it for us. We started by going room to room. She made a list of repairs and told us what we needed to pack up. For some rooms she created new layouts and even went with me to buy fabric and accessories to brighten and refresh our home. She did it all - on our budget and we received rave reviews from realtors, prospective buyers, and brokers. We could not have sold our home without her help.

February 1, 2016

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Renee, I am so happy to have you as a client and to work with you not only in your old house but also in your new dream home. It was such a pleasure to help you achieve the house you always envision. I know figuring out the floorplan, lighting and furnishing was a big focus but glad we were able to make it flow so beautifully.

Karen Catalan

Because of the space & layout challenges of my apt., I needed help in creating a livable, comfortable space. Giselle's attention to detail, her innate eye for design and keen sense of space planning, led to something above and beyond my expectations. The end result was a beautiful re-design, that optimized the space to be functional and comfortable (like I needed), with a great flow. She put in the time and effort to really listen, which in my eyes makes her the true professional that she is. To say she is highly talented is an understatement. I wouldn't hesitate for a moment to recommend her services to anyone looking for a genuine, down-to-earth, no ego, forward thinking, interior designer.

May 19, 2015

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Karen, what a pleasure it has been to work with you. I am glad we were able to work on a floor plan that really maximizes your space potential. With a comfortable layout with newly updated furniture, we created a new space that feels and looks more spacious and comfortable. It is always my goal that the clients' space reflects their lifestyle and makes them happy, Thank you for the sincere review. I appreciate it.

rashida2

When I decided to redesign my apartment in NYC, I wanted the space to also be functional but found it difficult to make the right decisions on what to purchase and knew that it would be best to get a professional to guide me. Giselle was a good fit because she really listened to what I wanted and the results speak to that. . She suggested great options for the new furniture needed, and was also mindful of our budget by giving great advice on where to splurge and where to save. We started working in the living room and pretty much have redesigned the whole apartment from purchasing a new sofa, chairs, rugs, artwork for the living room , a beautiful vintage dresser, bedside tables, plush headboard for the master bedroom just to name a few. She gave me a new perspective and design ideas I would not have thought of myself and by giving me the confidence to add and incorporate colors.What impressed me was how creative she is in her ideas and suggestions while always looking to optimize the space. I couldn't be happier with the results. Giselle is extremely organized, keenly attentive to detail and has a strong sense of responsibility to her clients. I also like the fact that Giselle was not afraid to give me candid suggestions. She was a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her.

April 27, 2015Last modified:October 23, 2015

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

I want to thank you for the nice review. I am so glad that I was able to help you achieve the space you had en vision. I know we really went a long way from the beginning from transforming the apartment original space with all beige furniture, by introducing color, adding interest with the art, creating an comfortable furniture layout for your family while making it easy to entertain. Maximizing the space and budget was important so we made some important decision on where we should spend and save. This gave us the foundation to purchase great furniture and items to create a cohesive beautiful space through the whole apartment. We created storage solutions, a space layout for living, entertaining and working. The bedroom is serene and beautiful. This has been an exciting journey and I am so pleased with the results. I want to thank you for the opportunity to work with you and helping you achieve a space you love. Giselle Ulmo.

jhducey

I hire Giselle to design our office space in New York. We really needed to optimize the space, needed better flow and wanted very little disruption while all of this was happening. We could not believe what she was able to come up with the space. Not only did she give us a great design, she coordinated the whole project, order all the office furniture and came in budget. Giselle is very clever in here design abillity, she is extremely professional and very conscious. We will definitely recommend her. Plus the employees love it. Very pleased

April 6, 2015

Comment from Giselle Ulmo Design:

Hi John, I am thrilled that you are happy with your new office. The space I know was a bit of a challenge but with a little planning and creativity we where able to create a space that is productive for you and your employees. Happy that we did it within the deadline, in budget and your employees love it. Now that makes me happy. Thank you.

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How is Giselle Ulmo Design rated?

Giselle Ulmo Design is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5

What services does Giselle Ulmo Design provide?

Giselle Ulmo Design provides the following services: 3D Rendering, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Art Selection, Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Color Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Furniture, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Rugs, Custom Shelving, Custom Table, Design Consultation, Dining Room Design, Downsizing, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Entry Design, Feng Shui Design, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Green Building, Handicap-Accessible Design, Home Staging, House Plans, Interior Design, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Living Room Design, Mudroom Design, Nursery Design, Playroom Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Sustainable Design, Universal Design, Home Office Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Kitchen & Bathroom Design, Design for Well Being, Ageing in Place Consulting, Healthy Home Design

Where does Giselle Ulmo Design provide services?

Giselle Ulmo Design provides services in the following areas: Astoria, Borough of Bronx, Cliffside Park, Inwood, Newark, North Bergen, Teterboro, Wood Ridge, Brooklyn, Upstate New York, Salisbury Mills, Newburgh, New Windsor, Washingtonville, Harriman, Vails gate, Cornwall, Monroe, Central Valley, Goshen

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