Reflecting on my previous post, it led me to contemplate the artists who captivated me and left a lasting impact as I transitioned from working with easels to embracing drafting tables. Among those influential figures, Terry Winters stands out prominently. The artwork he created, depicted below, exemplifies the intriguing intersection between art and interior design….
During my time in art school, David Salle held a significant place in my admiration, becoming a hero figure who played a crucial role in sparking my budding passion for design. As a painter, I found myself deeply influenced by his distinct approach to draftsmanship and his innovative technique of dividing images into compartments. Salle…
Jim Thompson, namesake of Jim Thompson fabrics, was born in 1906 into an affluent family in Delaware, he attended Princeton and then The University of Pennsylvania for architecture. In the 1940’s, Thompson took full time residence in Thailand, at a time when few foreigners were in the country. In addition to his large eccentric personality,…
A great use of a space…
At the beginning of a project, I ask clients questions such as, what is your favorite restaurant and/or hotel? The answers provide insight, NOT necessarily about their style but rather comfort zones, lighting preferences, scale, color palette…. For example, my favorite interior design is The College Hotel in Amsterdam. I love the…
A texture and pattern yearning to be a fabric’s muse.
” the greens don’t match, neither do the blues and yikes, beige and white together?”
Fine Art!