How to Decorate

Ep. 419: Design Reimagined with Corey Damen Jenkins


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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
    • Please send in your decorating dilemmas + pictures so we can answer them on an upcoming episode (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) . And, of course, please subscribe to the podcast if you haven’t already in Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss a new episode.

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