If you love great rooms and a great cause, this is your moment. The 50th Kips Bay Decorator Show House New York has officially opened its (very chic) doors at 20 W 12th Street—marking the first-ever Downtown Manhattan edition of this iconic design event. Twenty-one top designers and architects have transformed a Greenwich Village townhouse into a layered, livable fantasy you can wander through — and every ticket supports the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club in the Bronx.
“This is a monumental moment… We are deeply grateful to the members of our community who have supported the Show House and our mission over the years,”
— James Druckman, President, Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
Quick Details
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When: Now through October 19, 2025
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Where: 20 W 12th St, Greenwich Village, NYC
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Why: Proceeds benefit Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, serving 11,000+ kids and teens in the Bronx
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Good to know: Kips Bay typically welcomes 15,000+ visitors and has raised $30M+ for after-school and enrichment programs
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Follow: @KBShowHouse • #KipsBayShowHouse #KBShowHouse #KipsBayNewYork
What You’ll See (and Screenshot Immediately)
This year’s rooms are a masterclass in mood, craft, and storytelling. A few must-notes for your route:
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Andrea Schumacher Interiors — “Pink Rhino Club”
A modern speakeasy threaded with personal history: blush accents, a rhinoceros-shaped dry bar (yes, really), and wallcovering based on the designer’s grandmother’s original art. Expect tile and stone from Artistic Tile, gleaming fixtures by Kohler, and an irresistible, wink-y glamour. -
Ben Pentreath Studio — “The Drawing Room”
English-country coziness meets Greenwich Village fall: leafy Sanderson wallpaper inspired by Highgrove, layered antiques, Morris & Co. textiles, and the kind of room you never want to leave. -
Corey Damen Jenkins — “Through the Looking Glass: A Dining Room Reimagined”
A neoclassical shell with a playful, reflective twist—hand-applied plaster moldings, a spectacular Baccarat Le Roi Soleil chandelier, and a mural that blossoms across the ceiling. Trad, turned on its head. -
Christopher Peacock — “The Kitchen at Kips”
Quiet luxury for downtown living: espresso-stained oak cabinetry, hand-burnished brass, dramatic Cosentino Sensa stone, Thermador performance, and that moody, late-night jazz vibe. -
Huniford Design Studio — “The Loft”
A nature-kissed, light-filled refuge under the skylight—cork, woven textures, and a jute rug by Marc Phillips that bring the outside in. Think: New York treehouse. -
Jamie Drake — “A Patch of Peace” (Garden Terrace)
Emerald quartzite plinth, mirrored expanses, sculptural art, and a floating 22’ banquette. A cinematic city garden where bronze tones meet mango-and-turquoise accents. -
Leyden Lewis — “Salon Analogue”
A deep-aubergine cocoon for big ideas and late-night conversation—tea-leaf ceilings, sculptural concrete fireplace, and a kitchenette that moonlights as a photo lab. -
Vicente Wolf — “Reflections of the Peacock Room”
A jewel-box salon inspired by Whistler—North Sea Green lacquer, metallic sisal, and a dialogue between antiques and modern lines. It shimmers.
“This event is more than a showcase of top design talent—it’s our biggest fundraising event of the year,”
— Daniel Quintero, Executive Director, Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
Designers & Architects (2025 Roster)
Andrea Schumacher Interiors • Ben Pentreath Studio • BRANCA • Corey Damen Jenkins & Associates • Christopher Peacock • Eve Robinson Associates Inc • Huniford Design Studio • J Cohler Mason Design • James Thomas • Jamie Drake • Jim Dove Design Studio • Leyden Lewis Design Studio • Mark Hampton LLC • Melanie Roy Design • Olivia Williams Studio • Ovadia Design Group • Pavarini Design • Purple Cherry Architecture & Interiors • Tamara Feldman Design • Tiffany Skilling Interiors • Vicente Wolf Associates
National media partner: Galerie magazine.
Sponsors to watch: Artistic Tile, Benjamin Moore, Bokara Rug, Cosentino, E. Braun & Co., Gracie, HearthCabinet, Kohler, Kravet, Made Goods, Marc Phillips, New York Designer Center, Phillip Jeffries, ROMO, Rug & Kilim, Sanderson, Silverlining Inc, Susan’s Collection, Tai Ping Carpets, The Shade Store, Thermador, Williams Sonoma—among others.
Why Kips Bay Matters
Beyond the eye candy, every ticket helps fund crucial after-school programs—arts, sports, STEM, mentorship—for thousands of Bronx kids. It’s the rare outing where you can drool over a rhinoceros bar and do real good at the same time.
Plan Your Visit
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Block an hour (or two—you’ll want to linger).
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Wear comfortable shoes (stairs! townhouses are vertical).
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Bring your phone (photos are encouraged in most rooms—always check signage).
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Post and tag: @KBShowHouse #KipsBayShowHouse #KBShowHouse #KipsBayNewYork
Stacy’s Take
I’ve adored Kips Bay in Palm Beach and New York over the years—this Downtown milestone feels fresh, intimate, and very Greenwich Village. From the Pink Rhino Club to reflective dining room glamour and that serene terrace, it’s a highlight reel of what’s next in design.
See it, save it, share it—then steal a few ideas for your own home.
About Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
Founded in 1915, Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club is one of NYC’s most impactful youth-development organizations, serving 10,000+ young people (ages 6–18) across nine Bronx locations with programs that nurture potential and open doors. Learn more: kipsbay.org.
About the Kips Bay Decorator Show House
Since 1973, celebrated designers have transformed a luxury Manhattan home each year to raise funds for Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club. The Show House draws 15,000 visitors annually and has raised $30M+ to date. More info: kipsbaydecoratorshowhouse.org.
