Everyone loves the Hamptons for its serene beaches, summer sunsets and unbeatable shopping and dining options. But while it is a great place to visit year-round, the Hamptons vibe does a 180 in the winter months. Not only does the weather get (much) colder, but home décor changes, too. We at Out East are obsessed with Hamptons home styles, and we wanted to learn more about what experts are seeing this year as homeowners transform their spaces for the winter. We spoke with Debra Gildersleeve, owner of Renee’s Mattituck and member of the Out East design panel, for tips on decorating a Hamptons home for winter — including the holidays.

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Renee’s was featured in Newsday’s Long Island Living Winter 2018 edition! See the piece here.

This Eileen Fisher sweater, available at Renee’s, made Hamptons Magazine’s Gift of Giving roundup. See the full list here.

Who says a child-friendly home has to lack sophistication? Not Debra Gildersleeve. The interior designer and owner of Renee’s Mattituck gave these Jamesport homeowners a chic retreat their young children could enjoy as much as the adults.

“The goal was to make it beautiful and functional,” Gildersleeve said. “[It’s] a space where they could relax and enjoy time as a family that also had a thoughtfully designed aesthetic.”

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Debra Gildersleeve is the designer and owner of Renee’s, an interior design, furniture and clothing store that opened its doors in Mattituck 40 years ago. Through its comprehensive design services, Gilderlseeve’s reach spans across the East End into western Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and even Florida. With a company motto of “everything is beautiful for you and your home,” Renee’s paints a lifestyle picture.

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Assembling an outfit and designing a room are similar. Both require a balanced combination of layers, texture and color. Just as bespoke garments are to stylists, textiles have long been a go-to for designers looking to add dimension, movement and visual diversity to a space. Rugs are a natural way to the means. And lately designers have been giving up rug monogamy to double and triple down.

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Find it in print in the March 2018 issue!

Come the end of the year, interior designers hold their breath in anticipation of an announcement that sets the tone for the year ahead: Pantone’s Color of the Year. For 2018, it is the celestial Ultra Violet. While 2017’s color, Greenery, was an earthy complement to much of the East End’s beauty, this year’s cosmic shade lends itself to the sophisticated and inimitable style of the Hamptons and the North Fork. Bold and thought provoking, ultra violet’s endless opportunities are reminiscent of the galaxy it imitates.

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Come the end of the year, interior designers hold their breath in anticipation of an announcement that sets the tone for the year ahead: Pantone’s Color of the Year. For 2018, it is the celestial Ultra Violet. While 2017’s color, Greenery, was an earthy complement to much of the East End’s beauty, this year’s cosmic shade lends itself to the sophisticated and inimitable style of the Hamptons and the North Fork. Bold and thought provoking, ultra violet’s endless opportunities are reminiscent of the galaxy it imitates.

Read the full story here.

Refresh your indoor and outdoor living spaces with Pantone's Color of the Year - Ultra Violet. Bold and thought-provoking, East End shops are stocking this celestial shade in home furnishings and accessories that are sure to emit oohs and aahs from all. 

Read on North Fork Real Estate Showcase

To see the story in the Gotham Magazine's October 2017 issue, click here.

There are only 15 weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day, with 93 official days of summer. We’re now in the thick of it, soaking up every afternoon at the beach or night out dining alfresco. The cool tranquility and casual vibes of the North Fork are an attraction for those who live near and far. If you live near, you can probably expect guests for long weekends at some point or another. And while we essentially live outdoors in the summer months, being backyard-ready is a must every fair-weather season.

Read the full North Fork Real Estate Showcase roundup here.

Debra Gildersleeve, an interior designer and the owner of Renee’s Mattituck (10095 Main Road, Mattituck, 631-298-4223), suggests using pieces that double as storage, like ottomans and mirrored chests in the living room. “This is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to create a calm and peaceful environment,” she says, because it keeps unnecessary items out of sight and therefore out of mind until they’re needed. “Design should be beautiful and functional, not distracting,” she adds. “By eliminating televisions and other entertainment systems in certain rooms, you can create an oasis to unplug and relax.”

Read the full Gotham Mag story here.

After a long day, sometimes there is no place you would rather be than home. Finding peace amongst the chaos of daily life is challenging, especially in a world where the over stimulated reign. But even home can be stressful if the interior is not meeting your design needs.

Debra Gildersleeve is the interior designer at Renee’s; the luxury department store she and her husband William own on the North Fork in the hamlet of Mattituck. Offering a comprehensive design service, Ms. Gildersleeve strives to create beautifully crafted interiors for the most discerning clients. Her tips and tricks for freeing up space in your home sweet home are an easy first step in designing the serene space of your dreams.

Read the full North Fork Real Estate Showcase story here.

From Aquebogue to Orient, there is a wide variety of furniture stores all along the North Fork. From modern, contemporary, and traditional to antique, repurposed, and upcycled, there are many types of furniture to choose from. Some shops also offer interior design services to help you achieve your home décor needs. Here is a collection of noteworthy furniture stores on the North Fork.

Read the full North Fork Real Estate Showcase roundup here.

From Orient to Mattituck, holiday shopping is always a special treat on the North Fork. Goodies can be found in the many local shops, stores, and boutiques that dot the landscape all along the North Fork. Featuring beautiful antiques, unique jewelry, great books, locally made candles, vintage furniture, gourmet foods, luscious chocolates, and more. Support your community by shopping local over the holidays.

Read the full North Fork Real Estate Showcase roundup here.

Following her mother’s retirement nearly 20 years ago, Debra Gildersleeve and her husband, Bill, took over the family business, Renee’s, transforming it from a women’s clothing store into one of the largest home décor retailers on the North Fork.

Read the full story from Hamptons Magazine here.

Twice a year in North Carolina, interior designers and retailers gather to explore what’s new and hot in home furnishings at the High Point Market. Exhibitors showcase the latest styles and offer a multitude of design possibilities. This is one of the most exciting tradeshows of the year for Renee’s and the spring market was better than ever! Here’s what we’re looking forward to adding to our showroom located on the beautiful North Fork and to the homes of our clients.

Read about it all at Long Island Pulse here.

It may be hard to believe, but spring has finally graced Long Island with its presence! As we shed those heavy layers and pack away winter sweaters, we prepare for warmer days by adding to our spring and early summer wardrobes. Think funky prints, airy materials, and bold colors this season. Keep it fun and light, and dress to impress with these trends.

See the full story online at Long Island Pulse here.

Nestled into Mattituck on the North Fork, RENEE’S is a must-visit for home décor. Whether you need to completely makeover a room or simply need the perfect vase to add a pop of color, you’ll likely find what you’re looking for in the store’s selection of beachy, modern and industrial décor items. Owner Debbie Gildersleeve is the buyer behind those styles and also works with clients to create the space of their dreams. With the busy entertaining season drawing near Pulse chatted with Gildersleeve about the hot trends in home furnishings, getting your home ready for guests and the one item everyone should have in their home.

See more on Long Island Pulse here.

Bringing in the beach: Nicole says she wanted the master bedroom to be more of an oasis, with beach blue tones and a relaxed feel. She brought in interior designer Debbie Gildersleeve from Renee’s, in Mattituck, after meeting Debbie’s sister while closing on the house. 

See the before and after photos and story from Newsday here.

"New Year, New You." It's something we're going to hear a lot of in these early days of 2016 as our family and friends sign up for gym memberships, start new diets, and swear to stick to their resolutions. But, what about your home? Doesn't that deserve a makeover too? Just as fashion changes from year to year, so do the trends in home design.

Read Debra Gildersleeve's guest post on New York Spaces here.

Your home should be your oasis, with each room within serving a different purpose. How you want these rooms to function is also a question of your design style. Whether you are completely making over a room or want to give it a refresher of sorts, accessorizing is a fun and exciting way to breathe new life into any space. Here are some tips for accessorizing the most important places in your home.

Read the full Long Island Pulse story here.

“We kind of fell into the furniture business purely by accident,” says Debra Gildersleeve, owner and designer of Renee’s in Mattituck concerning her and her husband, William. What started as a small boutique in 1978 for women’s clothing and accessories (opened by Debra’s parents) has now transformed into a “full range of design services.” Debra herself is involved in clients’ interior design projects. In this interview, Debra talks about her creative process, and how she works with clients.

Read the full North Fork Real Estate Showcase story here.

“Even traditional people are going for more clean, sophisticated lines,” said Debbie Gildersleeve, owner of Renee’s in Mattituck. “One thing nobody is buying is the real traditional, ornate furniture.”

Read the full northforker story here.

You might think that a designer based in and around the Hamptons would bring a breezy influence to her work—and you would be right. Debbie Gildersleeve’s designs often underscore a deep love of the ocean, with calm, cool color palettes and coastal charms. But the self-taught designer brings a unique flair to all of her endeavors, whether she is designing a cottage on the sand and a sleek apartment in the sky or sourcing new furnishings for Renee’s, her store in the Long Island hamlet of Mattituck.

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Successful interior designers are experts at bringing a client's vision to life, whether it be a bathroom remodel or designing an entire house. Debbie Gildersleeve, a designer and buyer on the North Fork, works tirelessly with each client to select everything from grout color to furniture pieces, with clients ranging from the East End, across Long Island and in Manhattan. She also owns a fashion and furnishings store in Mattituck called Renee's. We sat down with Debbie and asked her about her design philosophy and inspiration.

Ready the full story on Hamptons Curbed here.