as a creative being, i always enjoy being in the company of other like minded industry peeps...sharing each others knowledge, experience and insights is a fantastic way to grow as a designer and i always feel so recharged after!

today i was fortunate to have spent the morning listening to renowned interior designer barry dixon speak... and finding common ground with such an accomplished professional was both inspiring and reassuring! much like him, i love creating classic interiors that are layered with texture & history... by drawing from my clients own unique experiences and respecting the vernacular surroundings - i often aim to create interiors that are timeless, natural and rich with personal meaning...

my love for antiques probably comes as no surprise, and i am often asking clients about their history... what possessions or experiences do they treasure? family heirlooms? trinkets and treasures from their travels? collections and curios... there is always something from which we can invoke inspiration and ultimately incorporate into the design. this approach often connects me with the client on a more meaningful level, and allows me to then design a space that is intrinsically genuine to them.

barry's philosophies were enlightening, entertaining and a nice reminder of my own design sensibilities. special thanks to walls alive and hotel arts for making it happen (lunch was fabulous!). it was an inspired talk and i just couldn't wait to share :)