Design Perspectives

Kelli Lamb is the editorial director + co-principal @ruemagazine, a quarterly design magazine & digital destination for stylish living. She is also the author of the book "Home with RUE," Style for Everyone. She is originally from Boise, Idaho & currently resides in sunny Los Angeles.

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Today's episode I talk about kindness. People are treating each other without humanity & respect.

I want you to do a kindness for someone without expectation. I want you to do a kindness for someone because it will make their day.

I dare you to take the challenge!

Believe it or not, I was raised on a farm in NJ taking care of over 20 horses. From that upbringing, I learned many lessons that are still very much a part of me today. The value of hard work, ethics, showing up on time, doing what you say you are going to do, attention to detail, the power of please and thank you and the notion that you always leave something better than you found it are ingrained in everything I do.

I am fascinated with classic silhouettes and beautifully crafted pieces and love to combine classic styling with more modern clean lines. I have always been inspired by the designs of the 1950s, which were modern, clean, comfortable, interesting and timeless. These traits can be seen in all my designs.

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Today's episode is entitled..."Don't Judge a Book by Its Cover." I recently was sourcing fabric from a local rep and per usual, the following questions ALWAYS occur; "how much?" "What is the stock?" And if you don't have it in stock..."when will it come in?" These are run of the mill questions, I don't care even if you have a client that has "no budget." Newsflash, EVERYONE has a number; even if they don't tell you. So I asked how much and the response was..."you know what they say if you have to ask?" I am sharing this episode to enlighten folks on how to NOT judge a book by its cover. I don't care how I shopped in the past. If I call on you for a particular vendor, please be very aware that I understand the vendors prices as I have done my due diligence. This happens too often in this industry with people who act as gatekeepers to keep folks out because we don't look a certain way or speak or have the right pedigree. Beauty is for ALL...not a chosen few. 

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I am here to talk about the Meridian Experience with Albie Buabend aka @albieknows. This 4 day event takes place June 8-11th in Bellevue, Washington. Tickets are ONLY $1528!!! This event is like no other as it is spearheaded by a Black woman who understands the word "inclusive."

The list of guest speakers is insane! You won't want to miss this event!

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I am still on my introspective journey. How do you define success? What is your idea of happiness? Prosperity? I have a few ideas that I am sharing. 

The Meridian Experience is a 4-day  in person event tailored to celebrate and support the multi hyphenate design creative on their designpreneur journey through a curated curriculum & intentional relationship building.

Meridian — Making Exceptional Relationships with Interior Design Influencers through Authentic Networking — is more than just a conference. It’s an experience that’s designed to bridge the gap between interior designers & home influencers for meaningful & intentional exchanges.

It’s a conference in the way that a conference allows you to network & learn.

It’s a retreat in the way that a retreat allows you to recharge your battery.

It’s a reunion in the way that a reunion allows you to connect with your people.

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Hi there! It's me and I am back! I have taken some time off to be silent. I do this when life is overwhelming and I feel disconnected. It is important to take time out for yourself and your thoughts. We have to get back to learning how to be bored; there are so many distractions out there that imposter syndrome, insecurities, etc. can creep in and take over.

I am challenging you to be silent. I want you to take time to hear, do and say nothing. I want you to get back to the dreamer, the one who belly laughs, the child that found joy in discovering. It is time to tap into who you REALLY are!

Jasmine Pruitt is known for creating calm in a world full of chaos by organizing and simplifying your life. Growing up in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Jasmine fell in love with keeping her personal items organized and neat at a young age. Once Jasmine graduated high school, she moved to Philadelphia where she attended Philadelphia University and majored in both Fashion Merchandising and Business. While attending PhilaU, Jasmine mastered her skills for understanding visual symmetry, and creating inviting retail spaces. She began her retail career where she was able to apply her passion and knowledge. Jasmine has 15 years of retail experience and was promoted quickly to General Manager at a few retail brands. She used her organization skills to drive and grow super profitable businesses. Jasmine’s knows that one of the most important factors of running a successful household and business is “the importance of keeping your space clean, neat, and organized”. With her strong attention to detail, she creates strategic organizational systems that keep businesses and homes running effortlessly.

Coupled with her education and retail background, Jasmine is also extremely passionate about the customer experience. Jasmine understands that each client has a specific need and it is her duty to go above and beyond to exceed their expectations. She builds and maintains strong relationships with her clients. Her clients aren’t just customers, they are her friends!

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Living in the moment is SO important! I was for sure that Covid-19 taught the world such valuable lessson of slowing down. But now, everyone is over staying home & forgetting the VALUE of time! Time with family. Time with friends. Time with ones thoughts. I watched folks learn to LOVE the slower pace, it forced them to lean into taking life in as oppose to blowing through it. I want to challenge folks to soak up EVERY minute of their lives & TRULY FEEL each moment. Life is NOT short. Life is LONG! Make it count!