Dorothy Draper and Company

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Dorothy Draper & Co.

Verified April 18, 2026

Dorothy Draper & Company, Inc., America’s oldest, established, continually operating design firm was established in 1925. Founder Dorothy Draper, coined by Good Housekeeping magazine as the ‘Doyenne of Decorating’, was known for her maximalist use of vivid color, stripes and bold patterns as well as her signature use of black and white checkerboard floors, cabbage rose chintz, and plasterwork indicative of Hollywood Regency style as we know it today. Led by Us Events, today, his sons Sebastian and Nicholas Varney co-own the firm. Sebastian runs the day-to-day operations and Nicholas advises on creative. The Dorothy Draper Company team consists of exceptional designers and experienced project managers, with Rudy Saunders who worked side by side with Mr. Varney as the Design Director. Many of Dorothy Draper Company’s established partnerships continue including maintaining the historic spaces and updating the almost-400 guest rooms at Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island and at The Greenbrier, the 710 guest rooms and cottages at the resort located in White Sulphur Springs, WV along with private clients with residences at The Greenbrier Sporting Club. In addition the company is designing residences in Alabama, Hawaii, Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania. Their motto: "Dorothy Draper & Co." Services include professional services. Located at 60 E 56th St. Reach them at +12127582810. Visit their website for more details on services and portfolio.

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Key facts

Principal designer
Us Events
Team size
6
Based in
New York, NY
Address
60 E 56th St
Website
Phone
+12127582810
Email
hello@dorothydraper.com
Budget tier
Luxury

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Frequently asked questions

What styles does Dorothy Draper and Company specialize in?
Dorothy Draper and Company's style specialties are not yet catalogued in our directory. Review the firm's portfolio at https://www.dorothydraper.com/ or contact the firm directly for their current focus.
What is Dorothy Draper and Company's typical project budget?
Dorothy Draper and Company works in the luxury tier. Typical starting project budget is not published; contact the firm directly for a project-specific estimate.
What types of projects does Dorothy Draper and Company take on?
Dorothy Draper and Company's specific project types are not yet catalogued. Contact the firm directly at +12127582810 or review their portfolio at https://www.dorothydraper.com/ to confirm fit for your project.
Where is Dorothy Draper and Company based and what areas do they serve?
Dorothy Draper and Company is based in New York, NY. Their broader service area is not published; confirm with the firm before engaging for work outside the metro.
How do I hire Dorothy Draper and Company?
To hire Dorothy Draper and Company: Visit https://www.dorothydraper.com/ to review their work and inquiry form, or call +12127582810, or email hello@dorothydraper.com. Most firms ask about scope, budget range, and timeline before scheduling a consultation.