about us

Tersigni Palachek is a boutique design firm based in the New York metropolitan area, led by designers Michael Tersigni and David Palachek. For over twenty years, Michael and David have consistently brought a distinctive approach to international branded environments that foster emotional and experiential connections. They have created or guided brands such as Banana Republic, Disney Store, Ermenengildo Zegna, Pottery Barn Kids, Smith and Hawken, West Elm, and together crafted branded environments for Dr. Martens, Giggle, Henri Bendel, Jones NY, Kiehl’s Since 1851, Loft, Victoria’s Secret, as well as various emerging brands.

Tersigni Palachek also brings its unique retail design and branding philosophies to both commercial and luxury residential design. Residential real estate developers and investors look to Tersigni Palachek to give their properties a distinct look and emotional bond, connecting to their target market, and differentiating their offerings in a fiercely competitive landscape.

Tersigni Palachek also creates signature private residences ranging from Manhattan townhouses, to waterside retreats, tailored to the client’s personal taste and lifestyle. Michael and David’s approach is to be an editor of style and resource for the unique and unusual resulting in a home the client knows is exclusively their own and like no other.

Tersigni Palachek is dedicated to the creative journey and keeping it fun. The studio is and will remain an intimate and "hands on", bringing creative exploration and innovative solutions to the forefront and delivering one of a kind signature design solutions to our clients and friends.

michael tersigni

managing principal

Michael Tersigni brings over thirty years of creative leadership in the international architecture and interior design industry. His teams have created signature store environments for brands such as Zegna, Disney Store, and Banana Republic. Michael's broad experience includes an extensive background in urban real estate development, luxury residences and hand crafted.

david palachek

creative director

David Palachek brings over twenty years of award winning talent, spanning the architectural, interior design, and branding industries. He has contributed to brands such as Delta Airlines, British Airlines, Smith & Hawken, and Pottery Barn Kids. David has served an adjunct professor of design at LIM College in Manhattan and guest lecturerer on retail practices at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

project locations

you've seen our work in

manhattan, brooklyn, queens, bronx
hudson river valley, westchester
old westbury, quogue
miami, key largo, orlando
los angeles, san francisco, marin
houston, dallas
new jersey
montreal
martha's vineyard
wyndham mountain

building design

residential - development - retail

  • ground up or new construction
  • renovation or remodel
  • facade design and massing

interior design

residential - development - retail - worklplace

  • layout
  • finishes and fixtures
  • custom millwork or built ins

interior decorating

residential - development - retail - worklplace

  • furniture
  • accessories
  • procurement

outdoor design

residential - development

  • landscape
  • hardscape
  • rooftop

project management

residential - retail

  • budget development and monitoring
  • schedule development and tracking
  • team coordination

master planning

residential - development - retail - worklplace

  • program development
  • fit planning
  • review and comment architects drawings

our clients

Adam America
Azimuth Development Group
Betsey Johnson
Broad Street Development
Brookhill Properties
Bruckner Development
Citi Habitats
Chico's FAS
Cutie Pie Baby Inc.
Dr. Martens
Dalan Management
Douglaston Realty Management
Figs by Todd English
Gateway Development
Gaim
Giggle
Green Goods
Hair Rules
Hello Kitty
Henri Bendel
JCAL Development Group
Jones NY
Kiehl's Since 1851
Lee Lee's Forest
Lexington Realty Capital
Lisa Management
Loft
Madison Realty Capital
MWest Holdings
MKF Group
NASDAQ
North Shore LIJ Hospital
Paula's Choice Skincare
Rockfarmer Properties
RWN Real Estate Partners
Silver Jean's Co.
Silverstone Property Group
Silverstone Property Group
Shapermint
Springhouse Partners
Trifecta Equities
Truman Realty Group
USC Trojantown
Ultimate Realty
Victoria's Secret
Vireo Health