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Studio founder Amy Lee McArdle’s international upbringing imbues her interior designs with the same global flair, crafting richer, layered, and timeless spaces within homes up and down the East Coast.

About

AYD creates extraordinary spaces for discriminating residential and commercial clients
throughout the US and worldwide. Under Amy's direction, AYD has become one of the most
recognized and sought-after project management and design firms today. AYD provides exceptional project management and interior design services, including conceptualization, design, planning, project management, order administration, and installations. This allows for unmatched quality control and the smoothest design experience. Amy and her team's ultra-high level of expertise and professionalism put AYD in a category of its own.

Amy was born in New York and raised in Seoul, South Korea. She attended international schools and often traveled the world with her family, sparking a lifelong interest in different cultures and developing a sophisticated eye for design from a young age. As a child, she dreamed of becoming an architect and interior designer. Before pursuing this dream, Amy obtained a BA in political science at Wellesley College, as well as an MA in East Asian Studies at Harvard University.

Amy stands as one of the most sought-after designers among notable athletes, luxury brand corporations, CEO’s, and most discerning clients. Renowned for her sophisticated signature style, she continues to push creative boundaries through her design approach and execution. Amy is an accredited member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).

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Photo by Stephen Paul
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French sconces by White Murdock, sourced in Paris antique market, paired with Slim Aarons print 'Snorkeling in Malta'.Photo by Stephen Paul
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Her primary bath with concrete floating tub and beautiful waterfall Arabescato marble stone features.Photo by Stephen Paul
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Infiniti leather stone with custom integrated sink paired with simple subway tiles laid out not so simply.Photo by Stephen Paul
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Black and white checkered marble flooring that runs through the formal dining area to give a classic touch.Photo by Stephen Paul