Join us this Saturday, December 20th, from 10AM–12 Noon (Eastern) on AM970 Radio for Eye on Real Estate with Dottie Herman — New York’s longest‑running real estate program. For more than 14 years and over 740 episodes, the show has delivered trusted market analysis, expert interviews, and practical guidance on buying, selling, financing, investing, and navigating the ever‑changing real estate landscape.
This week’s guests bring festive expertise and holiday inspiration:
Vincent Nicastro — Founder, The Christmas Decorators
Vincent Nicastro is the creative force behind The Christmas Decorators and one of the region’s most sought‑after specialists in luxury holiday design. With a background that bridges architectural lighting, fabrication, and large‑scale installation management, Vincent has built a reputation for transforming private homes, sprawling estates, and high‑visibility commercial properties into fully immersive Christmas environments.
His work is defined by precision, engineering‑level planning, and a deep understanding of how light, scale, and spatial flow shape emotional experience. From custom‑built décor elements to dramatic exterior lighting programs and intricate interior styling, Vincent approaches each project with the mindset of a designer and the discipline of a technical director. The result is holiday magic that feels effortless to the viewer but is rooted in meticulous craftsmanship.
As the founder of a leading seasonal design firm, he stays ahead of emerging trends in luxury Christmas styling, sustainable décor, LED innovation, and large‑format installation techniques. He brings homeowners and businesses practical insights on how to elevate their own holiday displays—along with a behind‑the‑scenes look at what it really takes to produce high‑end, magazine‑worthy Christmas installations.
Carolyn Caranante — Holiday Design Specialist, Seasonal Styling Consultant & Licensed Architect
Carolyn Caranante brings a rare blend of architectural training, construction expertise, and refined holiday styling to every project she touches. A licensed New York City architect with experience on landmark superstructures—including One World Trade Center and other major AECOM Tishman builds—she pairs technical precision with a signature approach to Christmas and seasonal décor.
Widely recognized for her ability to merge classic holiday aesthetics with modern design sensibilities, Carolyn transforms luxury residences, boutique commercial spaces, and festive staging environments into warm, elegant showcases. Her meticulous eye, structural understanding, and mastery of spatial composition allow her to elevate interiors with thoughtful palettes, layered textures, and immersive seasonal storytelling.
Just in time for Christmas week, she brings practical tips, trend insights, and architect‑level design thinking that help anyone turn an ordinary space into a beautifully curated holiday experience.
And of course, your host:
Dottie Herman — One of the most influential figures in American real estate.
Former CEO of Douglas Elliman, Dottie built the firm into Manhattan’s largest brokerage and has been named by Forbes as “America’s Richest Self‑Made Woman in Real Estate.” Her leadership, experience, and vision continue to guide listeners through every corner of the market.
Don’t miss this festive and informative holiday edition of Eye on Real Estate with Dottie Herman, Saturday, December 20th, 10AM–12 Noon on AM970 Radio.
Eye on Real Estate — living the American dream, decorating for the holiday season.