William Engel

William Engel is a designer and painter specializing in commissioned works for corporate and residential interiors. He has been teaching at the New York School of Interior Design (NYSID) since 1980, offering courses such as Mixed Media Rendering, Elements of Rendering, Color for Interiors, and Portfolio Development Workshop. He collaborates with prominent interior designers like Lilian Bakhash, Celia Berliner, Richard Keith Langham, and others.

• Teaches foundational design courses emphasizing hand sketching and artistic conceptualization
• Advocates for the importance of traditional sketching skills in modern interior design education
• Integrates his fine art practice into teaching methodologies

Engel's research interests focus on the intersection of fine art and interior design, emphasizing conceptual development over stylistic preferences. His work explores abstract and realistic landscapes, paralleling advanced design courses where students develop abstract concepts into functional spaces.

As a graduate of NYSID, Engel brings professional experience to his teaching, stressing the importance of composition and conceptual rigor in both art and interior design. He highlights the mutual respect between faculty and students, crediting them for keeping his approach current and innovative.