Ronald McDonald House Charities® New York Metro, Kravet LLC, New York Cottages & Gardens, and Hampton Cottages & Gardens Magazines are pleased to announce Stony Brook Project Design.
The new 60,000 sq. ft. Ronald McDonald House in Stony Brook will offer overnight accommodations, comfort, love and hospitality to families caring for their seriously ill or injured children at the hospital. The House is planned to open in 2027—but we need your help.
Interior designers are invited to lend their expertise and creativity to Stony Brook Project Design. Applications open in August 2025 and the deadline to apply is January 31, 2026.
Twelve years ago, the interior design community renovated and refreshed over 70 spaces at the Ronald McDonald House in New Hyde Park. Today, these reimagined spaces bring smiles to over 1,000 families every year.
Check out some of the photos of the kitchens, guest rooms, respite spaces, and laundry facilities in New Hyde Park. As we embark on our journey to create the first Ronald McDonald House in Suffolk County, we draw inspiration from our past and present to help us build a better future.
Previous Project Design Participants
2013
Bonnie Steves • BJS – Assoc. Interior Design • Mehditash Design • Dwell Studio • Eric Cohler Design • Pappas & Miron Designs • Anne Tarasoff Interiors • Young Huh Interior Design* • Delrose Design Group • Michael Herold Design • Meg Braff Interiors • Michael Tavano Design • Mr Call Designs • Core Consulting • Nick Olsen, Inc. • Drew McGukin Interiors* • Drake Design Associates • Danille Colding Design* • Kate Singer Home • Amanda Nisbet Design Inc. • Mabley Handler Interior Design • Anthony Baratta, LLC • Vasi Ypsilantis Design Associates* • Cevasco Design, Inc*. • Kim Radovich Interiors* • Matthew Patrick Smyth Inc. • Tilton Fenwick LLC • Bunny Williams Inc.
2014
Philip Gorrivan Design • Darrin Varden Design • Jennifer Flanders Inc.* • Flynnside Out Productions • Beach Glass Designs • Huniford Design Studios • Robin Baron Design Studio • New York School of Interior Design • Katharine Jessica Interior LLC • Anne Tarasoff Interiors • Kelly Dall Interior Design, Inc. • Billy Ceglia Designs, Inc. • Schermerhorn Interior Design • Lindsey Coral Harper Interior Design • Pavarini Design • Isabelle L. Ferranti Interiors, Inc. • Baltimore Design Group • Melissa Marcogliesi Interiors • ADAMS ID • Bella Mancini Design • Henry & Co. Design • Tamara Eaton Design, LLC. • Contents for the Home • Lisa Mende Design • Traci Zeller Designs • J. Cohler Mason Design • Michael Tavano Design • DeBear Designs Inc. • Suzanne Costa Interiors • Elaine Griffin Interior Design • Ashbourne • Willis Paint & Design Center* • Vintage Interiors Design Inc. • Leslie Segrete Designs, LLC • Jack Levy Designs • Eddie Lee Inc. • Libby Interiors Inc. • Cyrus Contracting Corporation
2015
Wesley Moon Inc. • Greg Lanza Design • The Rinfret Group • Alena Capra Designs • Accents et Details • English Country Antiques • Gail Davis Designs • Chango & Co. • Dee Ann Design LLC • Rajni Alex Design • Rosanne Lombardo Designs Inc. • Amal Kapen • The Enchanted Home • Lisa Negulic Interior Design • Samantha Drew Interiors
* notes multi-year participation
Project Design Photo Gallery
Ronald McDonald House in New Hyde Park
Stony Brook Project Design Timeline
August 2025 – Stony Brook Project Design application released
January 2026 – Stony Brook Project Design applications deadline
March 2026 – Select & Notify participating Designers
May 2026 – Designer luncheon at the Ronald McDonald House, New Hyde Park
September 2026 – Designers submit design plans and/or story boards
October 2026 – Review and approve design plans
April 2027 – Kick-off party to reveal designs concepts and visions
September 2027 – Spaces are decorated and furnished
Fall 2027 – Designer Showhouse Gala Celebration!
Dates are subject to change.
Stony Brook Project Design Advisory Group
Keith Baltimore, Baltimore Design Group
Margreet Cevasco, Cevasco Design, Inc.
Young Huh, Young Huh Interior Design
Ellen Kravet, Kravet Inc.
Karen Lerman, Kravet Inc.
Kim Radovich, Kim Radovich Interiors
Vasi Ypsilantis, Vasi Ypsilantis Design Associates
Ronald McDonald House
Jennifer Nicholson, Chief Operating Officer
Jade Bresnihan, Administrative Assistant
Randi Ranaan, Special Projects
Regina LaFaire, Volunteer
About RMHC New York Metro
Since 1986, Ronald McDonald House Charities New York Metro has helped tens of thousands of families with sick children find comfort and support when they needed it most. Many families travel far from home to seek the best care for their children and call Ronald McDonald House their home away from home.
For children facing a serious medical crisis, the love of their family is as strong as the best medicine there is. RMHC New York Metro makes it possible for families to have what they need to ensure the best health outcomes for their children.
Over the last 39 years, RMHC New York Metro has served over 62,000 families in the United States, and from more than 80 countries around the world. Over the years, we have seen the need for our services grow, in particular in Suffolk County.
With more than 104 beds and over 180 pediatric specialists, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital is Suffolk County's only children's hospital and the only Pediatric Level-1 Trauma Center. Over 8,000 young patients are discharged from Stony Brook Children's annually.
To better respond to the growing needs of families in Suffolk County, the new Ronald McDonald House will alleviate financial, emotional, and medical stress associated with caring for a sick child. Together, we are creating a community of care.
Features of the new Stony Brook Ronald McDonald House
Your participation will not only help create beautiful and functional spaces but will also provide a sense of hope and support to families who rely on the Ronald McDonald House to stay close to their sick children.
Email us
projectdesign@rmhcnym.org
- 30 private bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
- Media center to stay connected at work or with loved ones
- Outdoor playground for children to enjoy
- Playrooms with toys and games for all ages
- Transportation services for easy access to appointments
- Kitchens and home-cooked meals every night
- Fully stocked 24/7 laundry facilities
- Indoor Movie Theater
- Fitness Center, Meditation Room, Wellness Center and so much more!
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Credits:
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