Philip Gorrivan
Mar 22 2011 · 0 comments · Design Elements, Meanderings ·1
Last week I had the pleasure of attending a presentation by Philip Gorrivan at the Boston Design Center. Mr. Gorrivan was introducing his latest fabric line, Philip Gorrivan II for Highland Court at the Duralee Showroom.
Philip Gorrivan is an award winning designer with an extensive background in arts and antiques who is known for classic designs with a modern sensibility. Whether he is designing a New York City apartment or a country house on Long Island, Gorrivan designs for his clients, believing firmly that “lifestyle drives design”.
At the event, the designers in attendance were treated to a slide show presentation highlighting several outstanding Philip Gorrivan signature spaces, many of which have graced the pages of national magazines.
Gorrivan is known for his clever sense of color, which is well illustrated in this vibrant orange kitchen.
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He sometimes takes a much more traditional approach to his projects such as in this ever-classic toile bedroom.
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Further demonstrating his adaptability, this chic, contemporary space with bold dashes of just the right amount of color.
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We viewed several diverse spaces during the presentation but what links Philip Gorrivan’s designs together is his attention to detail (particularly architectural details with special consideration to ceilings and moldings) and his grounded use of color, whether it is neutral or bright.
Throughout the presentation, Mr. Gorrivan spoke of his inspiration for his new fabric line. The pattern on the china of a beautifully set table, the shades in the stone sidewalks of Europe and New Orleans, and the wonders of Nature are all muses for Mr. Gorrivan’s designs.
This fabric, called ‘Cypress’ was influenced by a photo of tree bark. Can you see the hint of natural lines and shading?
Reminiscent of the sun creating a pattern through the windows of St. Mark’s cathedral in Venice, this fabric is both classic and modern.
Philip Gorrivan’s presentation was at once insightful, educational and beautiful. He reminded us that inspiration is all around us, all we have to is be open to seeing it everyday.
“It is not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see”
~H.D. Thoreau
xo Pamela
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