New Year's Resolution: Have Fun!

Design Expert: Jamie Drake

 

The lush, colorful interiors of designer Jamie Drake are known for their mix of playfulness and style. Jamie shares his ideas on how color and design can enable us to Have Fun in our everyday lives.  Jamie Drake has done it all...with style. 

He has designed for Michael Bloomberg and Madonna.  He has been inducted into the Interior Design Hall of Fame.  In short, he is a talented man and a dear friend.  I love many of his ideas on how to add touches of FUN into our spaces without breaking the bank in 2010.

We filmed in Jamie's apartment and though the views were breathtaking, his sense of style was the most memorable element.  When we started talking about great ideas for home decor, he was brimming.  Here's what he had to say.

Looking for an insider's view into Jamie Drake's style at home?  Here are a few photos we shot that show how he has used his talents in his own space.

Jamie Drake has shared some fabulous ideas for incorporating touches of fun, design, and color every day.  What will you try out?

Thanks to Ellen for writing in with the correct answer first!  That book will be on it's way to you soon!  
 

Equally at home with contemporary or traditional styles, residential or commercial work, Jamie is notable for using bold washes of brilliant color, unexpected materials and a confident application of embellishment.  Jamie Drake  has brought his distinctive look to many major projects including the restoration of the official residence of the Mayor of New York City, Gracie Mansion and the Prince George Ballroom.

BONUS:  Visit HomeWorkshop.com To Download Your Copy of Jamie's Ten Tips on Bringing Fun Into Your Space.

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[Summit granite]

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[Julie]

I like the idea of jazzing up neutral walls by painting a light colour on the ceiling. It's sounds calming and beautiful.

[Zarita de la Cerda]

What a great idea to start off the new year with fresh ideas. Love the videos, thanks! I'll be back to see more.

[Living in Color]

Welcome to Living In Color, Sharon! I'd love to know what colors influence you and whether your surrouondings or your home's architecture helps you decide on the path you take? Please do email me and let me know when you go through the process. We still have so many fun people lined up that will hopefully leave us all thinking of color and design in a some new ways! Thanks for coming along for the ride!

[Living in Color]

Thanks, Nick and Carol for stopping in! It was such a blast to spend time with Jamie. He's simply a pro.

[Sharon Chepy]

Hi Sonu,
Great interview. I loved the ideas from Jamie, simple and very practicle and applicapble. I just stumbled across this blog via Benjamin Moore & Co. a few minutes ago, from which I receive frequent email updates; I am sooooo excited!! I plan to paint my house next month. It's one of my projects for 2010; so this blog could not come at a better time! I’m looking forward to the 10 days.
Thanks!
Sharon
Nairobi, Kenya

[Carol Collins]

As always, great to hear Jamie.

[Nick]

Love the idea of a color blocked wall but not painting to the edges. Great interview!

[Living in Color]

Thanks Cristin! Judith Millers on tomorrow at HomeWorkshop.com and you can grab the pdf of her 10 tips right here! The full 2 week schedule is live at tendesigndays.com.

[Cristin @ Simplified Bee]

What a lovely interview! I will be checking back in tomorrow.

xo,
cristin

[Living in Color]

We have our winner! Ellen, thanks for playing along and paying attention to Mr. Drake's tips, tricks, and details!

[Nouveau Stitch]

Safavieh Rugs!

Ellen

[Living in Color]

Thanks Kate and Julia! Jamie is as humble as he is talented, so this was fun to do! Can I tell you that table was stunning in person? Wow. Simple, beautiful, custom, and clean. All great ideas for 2010, don't you think?

[Julia]

I am absolutely delighted to have found this blog (will link it through mine!). That table with the set crystal...simply beautiful! I am struggling with table envy right now :)
Thanks for the tips and inspiration for this new year!
Julia
Santa Barbara California

[Kate Smith]

Just loved the videos and ideas Jamie shared with you. He is such a delight and always has great tips for adding fun to our homes. What a great way to launch this project. Nicely done!