About
15+ years designing
and building in NYC.
Currently based in
New York, NY
Founded in 2009, Essential NY is a Manhattan design-build firm creating refined interiors through thoughtful design, expert construction, and a clear, human-focused process.
Peter Hartofilis — Essential NY Founder and CEO
Essential NY / Design Build Firm
Essential NY / Design Build Firm
Credentials
Design Client Service4×
NYC Design-Build Firm2009
New York Renovations15+ Years
Residential Commercial60+
Boards ApprovalsNYC
Design Through ConstructionOne Team
Manhattan Surrounding AreasNYC+
Design & ConstructionDesign-Build
Our Team
Peter HartofilisFounder + CEO+
With more than 15 years of industry experience, Peter Hartofilis leads Essential Remodeling as its founder and CEO in New York City.
Justin FisherChief Operations Officer+
Justin Fisher is Chief Operations Officer at Essential Remodeling in New York City.
Carmelo MazzaferroGM of Construction+
Carmelo Mazzaferro brings more than 30 years of construction and design-build experience to Essential Remodeling as GM of Construction.
Lizzete WinickDesigner+
Lizzete Winick is a designer at Essential Remodeling in New York City.
Taina CarrionOffice Manager+
Taina Carrion is Essential Remodeling’s Office Manager and a key point of communication between clients and the team.
Anastasiia HalaikoAssistant Office Manager+
Anastasiia Halaiko supports Essential Remodeling’s daily operations and materials procurement as Assistant Office Manager.
Theoni KatsihtisDesigner+
Theoni Katsihtis is a designer at Essential Remodeling in New York City.
Corey MeliaProject Manager+
Corey Melia is a project manager with more than 12 years of experience in luxury commercial and residential renovations.
Tino NkelekosProject Manager / Head of Demolition+
Tino Nkelekos is Project Manager and Head of Demolition at Essential Remodeling in New York City.
Jackie FirpoDesigner+
Jackie Firpo is a designer at Essential Remodeling in New York City.
Christy LiuDesigner+
Christy Liu is a designer at Essential Remodeling in New York City.
Stefan RazvanPhoto Video+
Stefan Razvan leads photo and video work for Essential Remodeling in New York City.