Press
Mahwish Syed has been featured in The New York Times, Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Homes & Gardens, Parade, and other design, lifestyle, and wellness publications.
HOMES & GARDENS
Best Houseplants for Biophilic Design
August 30, 2026
“Our homes are living ecosystems. They are not a passive backdrop but an active participant in our health.”
— Mahwish Syed, Homes & Gardens
Mahwish Syed shares her perspective on biophilic design, houseplants, and creating a stronger connection between our homes and our biology.
PARADE
Black Kitchens Are Coming for White Kitchens—Designers Explain Why Everyone’s Making the Switch
August 18, 2026
“A black kitchen reminds me of our ancient roots, when firelight was the only source of illumination, and darkness invoked the safety of enclosure.”
— Mahwish Syed, Parade
Mahwish Syed shares her anthropological perspective on the return of the black kitchen, exploring the relationship between color, ancient biology, firelight, and the way we experience space.
March 2023: “You Are Not Alone and I Love You, Too.” Written by Mahwish Syed. Click cover for article.
Collaboration with THE UP STUDIO in Amagansett, NY. Video by Anthony Pasini.
February 2023: “Designers Are Obsessed With These Cheap Things That Make Your Home Look Way Cooler” by Rebecca Martinson
“The Making of a Boudoir for a Modern Day Goddess” by AF Films.
Cover Story in November 2019
October 2019: Architectural Digest, “15 Decorators Create Delightful Scenes Inside the Brooklyn Heights Designer Showcase” by Nicole Anderson
November 2019: “How to Brand Yourself the Right Way” by Jena Pincott. #5 More Give, Less Take
October 2019: Elle Decor, “HERE'S HOW 15 DESIGNERS TRANSFORMED AN 1820'S BROOKLYN HEIGHTS PROPERTY” by Monique Valeris
