Inspired by John Stefanidis
There’s rarely a time when a flip through one of legendary designer John Stefanidis’ books doesn’t spark a new idea or reveal an interesting perspective to apply to one of the projects we are currently working on. Stefanidis (born and raised in Cairo to Greek parents) opened up shop in London in 1967. His early work is just as inspiring and worthy of imitation as the projects that show up in the current pages of Architectural Digest. We always find ourselves dog earring the pages of his books, and today we wanted to share a few of our recent favorite Stefanidis images. In no particular order and with no particular theme…we give you the genius that is John Stefanidis.
Checkerboard on the walls and a Moorish looking tile on the floors give this bathroom such a unique feeling. Love the elegant window shade, too!
Stefanidis is a master of the canopy bed and uses them liberally in his work. Whether he is dressing a simple metal canopy bed for a house in Patmos (below left) or a serious tester bed in London, his way of dressing and designing beds is just divine. We’re looking for a similar metal canopy bed for a project we’re working on for a client who shares our enthusiasm for canopy beds.
We still love this technique of using the same fabric everywhere in a room, even if some might deem it too old fashioned. There are always ways to take an old idea and make it feel new and fresh again.
Stefanidis’ books Living by Design and Rooms: Design and Decoration are must haves for any design enthusiast!
23 April 2021
An atmospheric mural
Every house requires something different to make it sing. But there is always one special element that creatively jump starts a project--whether it be an idea, a textile, or a piece of furniture. From here, we start to build.
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29 May 2019
The Big Reveal: A Recently Completed Apartment Downtown
Designing a modern Tribeca apartment punctuated by collectible mid-century furniture allowed the pieces to be the stars and the textiles to play a supporting role.
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13 March 2015
Restoration Hardware's Diamante Rug
We spy some super chic and affordable rugs from Restoration Hardware in this issue of Architectural Digest!
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