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We want to teach you how to decorate! We'll help you unleash your inner decorator with interviews from interior designers, sharing the trials and triumphs from our own homes, and answering your burning decorating questions. Brought to you from the Ballard Designs team.
Ep. 419: Design Reimagined with Corey Damen Jenkins
How to Decorate
1 hour 7 minutes
1 month ago
Ep. 419: Design Reimagined with Corey Damen Jenkins
Caroline and Liz welcome Corey Damen Jenkins to the show, principal and CEO of Corey Damen Jenkins & Associates. Renowned across the industry for his exuberant use of color and pattern, this episode offers listeners an exclusive look at his upcoming book, "Design Reimagined," as well as his new YouTube series of the same name.
Corey shares his remarkable journey from the automotive industry to the heights of the design world, highlighting the importance of flexibility in design and life. He provides practical tips for layering, combining styles, and using anchor pieces, offering valuable insights for both seasoned professionals and budding decorators.
What You’ll Hear on This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to How to Decorate Podcast
00:34 Special Guest: Corey Damen Jenkins
01:34 Corey’s Journey: From Automotive to Interior Design
03:34 The 779th Door: A Turning Point
06:07 Overcoming Rejection and Finding Success
09:58 Design Philosophy and Generosity
11:27 Design Reimagined: The New Book
15:13 Flexibility in Design and Life
21:03 Combining Traditional and Modern Elements
27:58 Practical Tips for Layering and Mixing Styles
34:38 The Importance of Scale in Design
34:52 Living Room: The True Heart of the Home
36:20 Sectionals: Love-Hate Relationship
38:52 A Bold Upper East Side Apartment
42:16 The Power of Jewel Tones
49:29 Designing for Families and Functionality
51:30 Launching a YouTube Series
58:05 Anchor Pieces and Budgeting Tips
01:02:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Also Mentioned:
ballarddesigns.com | Shop Now
coreydamenjenkins.com | Designer Website
@coreydamenjenkins | Designer IG
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How to Decorate
We want to teach you how to decorate! We'll help you unleash your inner decorator with interviews from interior designers, sharing the trials and triumphs from our own homes, and answering your burning decorating questions. Brought to you from the Ballard Designs team.
