Friday, September 17, 2010

Inspired!

I'm often asked by people, "What inspires you?"

Today's answer: My students! My list is long and varied. I'm constantly stumbling upon inspiration everywhere, everyday, all the time! I love what I do and I feel blessed to have discovered my "calling" per say.

As most of you know, I don't just practice interior design, I teach it at Endicott College and Suffolk University {New England School of Art and Design}. I am always pushing my student's ideas. If they succeed it means I have done my job well! I often discuss the importance of strong concepts, and how they should be somewhat abstracted! Literal design looks juvenile to me..Yes, throw in an ounce of kitch or a nod to the obvious..but always keep it fresh and unique! I was discussing using simple objects, en masse {or in large groupings} and how something very common can take on a sculptural quality when used unexpectedly and in large quantities. Well my student was inspired by Anthropologie's window displays..They practice this very idea! Gorgeous! I'd have to agree with her!!! Well Done.

Marshmallows - look sculptural when suspended don't they?

Milk jug igloo? Brilliant..

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18 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    ADORE the windows !!

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  2. jadeSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:27 AM

    Hi Julie...
    I wish I was one of your students!!! Love reading your blog.
    Of course I'm a huge Anthropologie fan, I used to have a blog about them.
    They are always a great source of creative and inspiring displays.
    I love to stroll through their stores and take it all in!
    Jennifer

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  3. KathysueSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:28 AM

    Julie I soooo agree with you. Anthro's displays are always amazing and creative, fresh and young. Now that is goooood design, Kathysue

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  4. Laura TreveySeptember 17, 2010 at 10:33 AM

    Wow! Stunning and so creative ~~

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  5. ashley schmutzSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:40 AM

    i LOVE those window displays. i think i might enjoy them more than the clothes sometimes...

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  6. KarenaSeptember 17, 2010 at 11:08 AM

    Really inspirational and so fun. How do you accomplish so much!!

    I have a New Giveaway from the French Basketeer I think you will love!

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  7. lisa oramSeptember 17, 2010 at 12:18 PM

    I really love those marshmallows. I wonder if I could get away with that in my living room?? And by the way, I mentioned you on my blog today.

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  8. MelissaSeptember 17, 2010 at 7:32 PM

    I have a friend whose daughter, a SCAD grad, is a store stylist for Anthro. I was fascinated to learn that they get tiny budgets-- like $100 or so-- for the entire display. One of my all-time favorite things was a giant peacock made from takeout chopsticks a few months ago

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  9. La Petite GallerySeptember 18, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    My first crush was on a handsome man doing a window display. Never met him, but always like to pass his window. yvonne

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  10. rikshaw designSeptember 18, 2010 at 12:18 PM

    stunning!!

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  11. Hello Lover...September 19, 2010 at 2:26 AM

    Amazing! I am sure you are a wonderful teacher!

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  12. MBSeptember 19, 2010 at 5:07 AM

    The Anthro window displays are lovely and yes, very inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

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  13. lisaroySeptember 20, 2010 at 5:34 AM

    I've always admired their displays any time I've happened to see them. Such an impact they make with such simple items and great ideas :)

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  14. YahnaySeptember 20, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    Wow these pics are amazing! I love it when you see things in windows that make you stop and look. I sometimes wonder how people come up with the ideas.

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  15. red tickingSeptember 20, 2010 at 12:34 PM

    they certainly have it goin on!!!!

    and i applaud you for giving back by sharing your amazing talent.. xx

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    I could not agree more! I always wonder if they fly certain employees around to each of their stores to act as display artist-- their window art is always so amazing!

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  17. Naomi@DesignManifestSeptember 22, 2010 at 9:10 AM

    Gorgeous! My sister's good friend is in charge of window display at the their Princeton location. Always thought it sounded like the most fun job ever....

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  18. Tiffany from HOLIDAYSeptember 23, 2010 at 12:39 PM

    I've had that image of the marshmallows saved for a bit b/c I'm considering doing it in my large bay window at holiday time. I hope my neighbors don't think I'm crazy.

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