Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about home procurement, our services, and working with Atelier Sélect.

What is home procurement?

Home procurement is the professional process of sourcing, purchasing, coordinating, and delivering every element needed to make a residence fully furnished and livable — from furniture and lighting to art, bedding, tableware, and decorative objects. A home procurement studio manages this entire process on the client's behalf, handling supplier relationships, production timelines, international logistics, quality control, and final installation. The client receives a complete, move-in-ready residence without managing any of the operational complexity themselves.

What does Atelier Sélect do?

Atelier Sélect is a global home curation, procurement, and styling studio based in New York. We furnish and style complete residences for private clients, international buyers, boutique hospitality projects, and real estate partners. Our services cover interior direction, global sourcing, custom art and furniture commissions, production tracking, international logistics and customs, white-glove installation, and final styling — all coordinated through one team and one point of contact.

Who are Atelier Sélect's clients?

Our clients include international buyers who have purchased luxury properties in cities like New York, London, or Dubai and need a trusted team to furnish and complete the residence remotely. We also work with private homeowners who want a fully considered, fully styled home without managing vendors themselves, real estate developers creating premium furnished residences, boutique hotel and hospitality projects, and real estate agents and brokers whose clients need furnishing and completion support after purchase.

Can you furnish a property if I'm based in another country?

Yes. Remote furnishing for international clients is one of our core specialisms. We act as your complete representative in the local market — attending showrooms, inspecting productions, supervising deliveries, and managing installation on your behalf. Decisions are presented clearly and remotely, samples are sent internationally where needed, and you receive a complete, styled residence without needing to be present throughout the process.

What cities do you work in?

Atelier Sélect is based in New York and has completed projects in London, Dubai, Los Angeles, Seoul, Paris, and Miami. We work across borders and can manage international sourcing and logistics for residences in any major city. Contact us to discuss your specific location.

What is the difference between interior design and home procurement?

Interior design focuses on the conceptual and spatial dimensions of a space — floor plans, architectural details, material selections, and the overall design vision. Home procurement focuses on execution: sourcing the right items, managing the supply chain, and delivering a complete physical result. At Atelier Sélect, we offer both through a single team, ensuring that the design direction and the procurement process are fully aligned with no gaps in accountability.

What is included in a full home procurement service?

A complete home procurement engagement with Atelier Sélect includes: site survey and measurements, interior design direction, global supplier sourcing, custom and bespoke item commissions, product specification and customization, supplier communication and negotiation, order coordination and production tracking, quality control, international logistics and customs management, white-glove delivery and installation, and final styling. We also coordinate smart home systems, AV, lighting, and entertainment infrastructure alongside the interior furnishing process where required.

How long does it take to furnish a luxury apartment?

A complete luxury apartment typically takes four to eight months from initial brief to final styling, depending on the size of the residence and the degree of customization involved. Custom furniture from European manufacturers regularly has lead times of 16 to 24 weeks; bespoke art commissions may take longer. We recommend beginning the procurement process at or before closing to minimize the period during which a property sits empty.

How much does it cost to fully furnish a luxury apartment in New York?

Fully furnishing a high-end New York apartment — including furniture, lighting, art, window treatments, soft goods, and decorative objects — typically ranges from $150,000 to $500,000 or more, depending on property size, customization level, and the degree of bespoke or commissioned pieces involved. We establish a clear budget framework at the outset of every engagement and manage procurement to that framework with full transparency.

How do I get started with Atelier Sélect?

Contact us at kathy@atelierselect.studio or through our website at www.atelierselect.studio to schedule a private consultation. We begin every engagement with a conversation about your residence, your timeline, your aesthetic direction, and your goals — and from there, we build a clear scope of work and fee structure before any procurement begins.

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