Today we’d like to introduce you to amy kalikow.
Hi amy, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
My background was in advertising. I always had a creative eye but a business mind, majoring in finance in college. I was passionate about style and design, as my mother was a personal shopper. Clothing was my canvas until I was old enough to have an apartment of my own. I always had a vision and loved finding the perfect pieces to bring it to life. My careers prior to design always was on the business side of a creative industry: advertising at Deutsch Inc., fashion PR, working for BUZZ magazine in LA on their fashion photo shoots, opening and running the NY office of Marc Friedland invitations. I got married, had 4 kids and once they were of school age, knew I needed to find something to keep me busy. we bought a home and I designed it with the help of a designer friend. I found my calling! a friend came over and loved it so much that she said when she got her own home she said she would have me do it…and she did. I did her apt in nyc and then her home in the hamptons. my business organically grew from there and I have been so fortunate to work with amazing clients to create their dream homes.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
always worrying about the next call is stressful. this business is really word of mouth and hoping the phone would ring when starting out was always tough. finding the right employees to help grow your business the right way was also challenging at times.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Amy kalikow design ?
we are an interior design firm in NYC. I think that from having a big family that I really understand the stages of life and creating a home that can work for all stages. I treat people as I would want to be treated and manage their projects in the same manner. I am mindful of how I design and who I am designing for as everyone is different and has different styles and needs. my brand is clean and timeless. creating environments that are warm and unique, with lighting being a highlight for me.
Do you any memories from childhood that you can share with us?
working in our garden with my dad.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.amykalikowdesign.com
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Image Credits
Regan wood photography