I’m often asked why I decided to become an interior designer.  The truth is that I love beauty, quality and real estate,  the essential components of interior design.  Over the last week I attended interior design programs and events surrounding the work of  late, top Los Angeles architect Paul Williams.  ASID sponsored a lecture given by his granddaughter, Karen Hudson.  It was followed by a book signing of her latest work,  Paul R. Williams Classic Hollywood Style. Paul Williams had over 3,000 commissions  during his architecture and interior design career.  He also practiced landscape design and designed furniture.  His work spanned from elite residential estates, to corporate buildings to the futuristic styled restaurant in the center of LAX. All of this was  amazing because he was an African American who started working in Los Angeles in the 1920s, a time when he could design an estate in Bel Air but would have been prohibited from residing in it (unless he was a servant).

The week ended with a visit to one the homes Paul Williams designed, now owned by Peter Mullins, the corporate insurance barron of America. I’ve traveled all over the world seeking out the work of the top interior designers and architects.  I’ve never seen a more well appointed home than this one.  It was everything about interior design that I love and left my head spinning with new interior design ideas, tips and of course inspired me to write a blog.

THE KITCHEN

Gorgeous Collection of Hand Made Ceramic Plates from Italy

Etched glass doors to pantry and laundry rooms

I’ve died and gone to heaven and this is my pantry in the clouds.

The only residential salamander I’ve seen since I installed one in my client’s home.

Someone likes to cook.

All from their garden.

THE DINING ROOM

Loved this table cover detail.

THE CONSERVATORY

Detailed Fret Work

Fabulous Florals

THE BILLIARD ROOM

THE LIVING ROOM

ENTRY FLOWERS

THE PATIO, POOL AND GARDEN

POOL HOUSE

Gorgeous Italian Linen hand towels

THE CAR MUSEUM

Yes, this is his garage.

The SoCal Contractor’s favorite car

Now, all I want to know is how do I get clients like these?