Traditional Upper West Side Townhouse

A tongue-in-cheek restoration that blends period furniture with custom additions, contemporary updates, bold fabrics, and statement lighting—balancing historical character with a wink of modern irreverence.

Set within a classic Upper West Side townhouse, this project celebrated the building’s pre-war architecture while layering in an eclectic mix of period antiques, bold pattern, and artful custom details. The Upper West Side has long been one of Manhattan’s most architecturally rich residential neighborhoods, and this renovation honors that legacy with irreverent wit.

Custom furniture commissions, carefully sourced vintage pieces, and unexpected fabric choices infuse the interiors with personality and depth. Each room balances New York City apartment practicality with the theatrical sensibility that makes this home genuinely one-of-a-kind.

Tonos Design Studio is a New York City architecture and interior design firm specializing in residential projects across Manhattan — from pre-war townhouses and co-ops on the Upper West Side to renovations throughout the five boroughs. We bring a refined eye and a deep love of New York City living to every space we touch.

A luxurious, richly decorated living room with red walls, ornate gold-framed mirror, multiple framed artworks, a large chandelier, velvet and patterned upholstered furniture, and a Persian-style rug.
Elegant living room with red walls, a chandelier, framed photographs, a gold-framed mirror, and vintage-style furniture.
A luxurious Victorian-style room with red walls, ornate dark wood furniture, a chandelier, and various decorative items including lamps, wall sconces, framed pictures, and a fireplace.
A luxurious living room with red walls, ornate crown molding, and a chandelier, furnished with vintage sofas, lamps, and framed art on the walls.
Elegant dining room with a large wooden table set with fine china, silverware, and candles, surrounded by upholstered chairs with floral patterns, featuring a chandelier, ornate mirror, and framed artwork on red walls.
A bedroom with a large bed in the center, decorated with beige and yellow linens and pillows. The room has framed floral artwork on the walls, creamy curtains, a chandelier, and antique-style chairs and tables. There is a vase with yellow roses and a
A dining room with a round table set with five place settings, each with green plates and gold cutlery, and a cream-colored tablecloth with a decorative edge. There are four wicker chairs with black metal frames around the table, and a blue booster s