Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors is a luxury interior design studio based in Manhattan’s Chelsea and Southampton, NY, acclaimed for family‑and‑pet‑friendly bespoke design across New York City and the Hamptons. Betty’s practice synthesizes the insight of her past engagement as an art dealer with over twenty years of interior design, producing environments that balance warm minimalism with custom craftsmanship, architectural integrity, and fine art integration.
Her award‑winning aesthetic brings calm sophistication and curated comfort to every address.
Based in the creative heart of Chelsea, NYC, Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors serves clients across Manhattan, the Hamptons, the Jersey Shore, and beyond. The studio curates spaces that bridge urban sophistication and relaxed elegance—ensuring every environment feels both polished and personal, whether an intimate pied‑à‑terre or a full‑home renovation.
Betty delivers full-service, luxury design services across NYC and the Hamptons. Services encompass space planning, kitchen and bath renovations, fine‑art curation, custom furniture and cabinetry, tabletop design, lighting specification, millwork detailing, palette coordination, furniture and accessory placement.
The studio also oversees construction coordination, vendor management, budgeting, purchasing, order tracking, delivery coordination, and site inspections—ensuring seamless execution from concept to final installation.
Discover a curated selection of Spaces that embody the studio’s aesthetic sensibility, including the Modern Nantucket Nautical interior design, a multigenerational home with hints of nautical inspiration. In Westhampton: Art-Centered Oceanfront Home, the design centers around the client’s impressive blue-chip art collection, while maintaining a crisp and sophisticated aesthetic.
The Southampton Modern Farmhouse is Betty’s dream home, built in collaboration with her architects and her daughter. With high ceilings and wide open spaces, it is ideal for both living and entertaining. The Upper West Side design and renovation project features a beautiful guest room and a convertible study with a state-of-the-art Murphy bed, while Daniels Lane Getaway captures how the studio transformed a traditional Hamptons home into a contemporary weekend delight.
Explore how each project reflects Betty’s ability to create sophisticated, functional environments that perfectly complement her clients’ lifestyles.
Betty’s NYC projects include lofts, townhouses, and apartments characterized by spatial intelligence and aesthetic clarity. Her approach weaves architectural frameworks with textured textiles, sculptural lighting, and custom millwork. Clean lines and functional planning are enhanced with original art, resulting in serene, polished sanctuaries.
The Chelsea Live-Work Loft, for example, transforms 1,350 sq ft into a harmonious blend of work and home—two offices, bedrooms, and living zones—using custom storage, warm tones, and artful accents .
In the Hamptons, spanning Southampton, Bridgehampton, and East Hampton, Betty Wasserman designs retreats that reflect effortless elegance and contextual refinement. Her coastal residences, featured in Hamptons Cottages & Gardens, blend light-filled architecture with natural textures and curated warmth. Each home is tailored to seasonal rhythms while remaining timeless in form.
Betty’s Hamptons interiors embody a signature balance of breezy sophistication and artful restraint—designed to feel at once elevated, personal, and enduring.
At the heart of Betty Wasserman’s interiors lies a deep reverence for fine art. Her curated Artists collection reflects years of collaboration with emerging and established creatives. Each piece is selected not only for its aesthetic merit but for how it elevates a space’s emotional tone. From abstract canvases to sculptural forms, these works are more than decoration; they are integral to the studio’s storytelling and spatial harmony.
Explore heartfelt praise on our Accolades page. Clients often describe the process as “attentive” and “transformative,” celebrating Betty’s ability to interpret vision with clarity. Many say working with her was “an absolute joy,” with gratitude for spaces that elevate daily life and stand the test of time.
With over 20 years of experience, Betty’s journey connects fine art and home, earning her trust among New York’s art connoisseurs and high net-worth individuals. A former art dealer turned celebrated interior designer, her process is as much about storytelling as it is about surfaces—each design layered with meaning and intention.
Explore Press features that showcase Betty Wasserman’s impact on the design world. From Elle Décor to New York Living magazine, her interiors have captured the attention of leading publications. These spotlights highlight the studio’s signature blend of art-forward design and clean-lined sophistication, offering an editorial lens into Betty’s creative process and portfolio.
Ready to begin your journey in elegant, considered design? Visit our Contact page to schedule a conversation. Whether you’re in Manhattan, the Hamptons, or beyond, Betty Wasserman Arts & Interiors welcomes inquiries from across the U.S. and abroad and works closely with each client to create interiors that resonate.
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