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Who: Ernesto Garcia
Where: Phoenix
In his own words: “Homeowners want something that represents their character and someplace that they can relate to. It should reflect their personality, who they are, what they need to experience a space.”
Designing your home offers an opportunity to create a space where you’ll feel comfortable. That’s where interior designer Ernesto Garcia, founder of Ernesto Garcia Interior Design in Phoenix, comes in. “The job of a good designer is to translate the particular ‘language’ of a family into spaces that belong to them — the distinctive way in which they go about their daily routines, the way in which they come together at the end of a day, the way they gather for their meals and leisure,” he says.
Where: Phoenix
In his own words: “Homeowners want something that represents their character and someplace that they can relate to. It should reflect their personality, who they are, what they need to experience a space.”
Designing your home offers an opportunity to create a space where you’ll feel comfortable. That’s where interior designer Ernesto Garcia, founder of Ernesto Garcia Interior Design in Phoenix, comes in. “The job of a good designer is to translate the particular ‘language’ of a family into spaces that belong to them — the distinctive way in which they go about their daily routines, the way in which they come together at the end of a day, the way they gather for their meals and leisure,” he says.
Worldly inspiration. From an early age, Garcia traveled extensively and was exposed to history, architecture, fashion and art. He attributes much of his inspiration today to his background, as well as to paying attention to his surroundings.
“Much of my inspiration is nature-based, from flowers to the rocks on my hikes,” Garcia says. “I also love to go to department stores or boutiques to look at clothing or vintage things. If I’m watching a movie, I’ll freeze the screen to take note of a detail I like. And, of course, I’m always inspired by the stories my clients tell me about their childhood memories.”
“Much of my inspiration is nature-based, from flowers to the rocks on my hikes,” Garcia says. “I also love to go to department stores or boutiques to look at clothing or vintage things. If I’m watching a movie, I’ll freeze the screen to take note of a detail I like. And, of course, I’m always inspired by the stories my clients tell me about their childhood memories.”
Design for happiness. “What I love about interior design is positively affecting the lives of my clients by surrounding them with beauty in the spaces where they live and work,” Garcia says. “Creating beautiful spaces that promote happiness and wellness is tremendously rewarding to me. I happen to be a strong believer in the importance of environment on quality of life and emotional well-being.”
Ready to personalize your home? Use Garcia’s tips below to create spaces that speak your language.
Ready to personalize your home? Use Garcia’s tips below to create spaces that speak your language.
1. Work With the Current Footprint
Instead of resisting your home’s configuration and forcing conventional layouts of furniture, embrace the architecture, Garcia advises. “Regardless of the style, you still have to recognize and give proper attention to the shell that the interior lives in.”
This fanned floor plan with narrow, curved rooms is not uncommon in the Fountain Hills area to ensure panoramic views. “To take full advantage of the views and maximize space and functionality for a family with children, we took cues from the architecture and built an island and kitchen with a curved shape, with a breakfast nook table at the end,” Garcia says.
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Instead of resisting your home’s configuration and forcing conventional layouts of furniture, embrace the architecture, Garcia advises. “Regardless of the style, you still have to recognize and give proper attention to the shell that the interior lives in.”
This fanned floor plan with narrow, curved rooms is not uncommon in the Fountain Hills area to ensure panoramic views. “To take full advantage of the views and maximize space and functionality for a family with children, we took cues from the architecture and built an island and kitchen with a curved shape, with a breakfast nook table at the end,” Garcia says.
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2. Draw From Your History
Integrating your favorite existing pieces with new furnishings is important in customizing your home design, Garcia says. Including objects that reflect your background and passions will put you at ease in your space.
This Phoenix dining room belongs to a well-traveled couple. The space includes 18th-century columns found at an antiques store in London, a rosewood French Deco reproduction dining table, a custom wool and silk rug modeled after an Emilio Pucci vintage dress, and a custom light fixture. “The chance to converge so many of the things we love, old and new, in one home threads the beads that constitute our histories,” Garcia says.
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Integrating your favorite existing pieces with new furnishings is important in customizing your home design, Garcia says. Including objects that reflect your background and passions will put you at ease in your space.
This Phoenix dining room belongs to a well-traveled couple. The space includes 18th-century columns found at an antiques store in London, a rosewood French Deco reproduction dining table, a custom wool and silk rug modeled after an Emilio Pucci vintage dress, and a custom light fixture. “The chance to converge so many of the things we love, old and new, in one home threads the beads that constitute our histories,” Garcia says.
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3. Embrace Art
Modern homes don’t have to be cold, Garcia says. Artwork can bring color and personality, and combining clean-lined furniture with character-filled artwork creates a feeling of warmth. For this dining space in a minimalist house in Phoenix, which had a contemporary floor plan and a neutral color palette, Garcia designed and created some of the artwork; other pieces were commissioned.
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More: For more information on Ernesto Garcia and examples of his work, visit Ernesto Garcia Interior Design’s Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
Modern homes don’t have to be cold, Garcia says. Artwork can bring color and personality, and combining clean-lined furniture with character-filled artwork creates a feeling of warmth. For this dining space in a minimalist house in Phoenix, which had a contemporary floor plan and a neutral color palette, Garcia designed and created some of the artwork; other pieces were commissioned.
See more of this project
More: For more information on Ernesto Garcia and examples of his work, visit Ernesto Garcia Interior Design’s Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
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I understand the concept he is relaying to the home owner, who is struggling with the house and furniture arrangement.
love his style, particularly the art and art placement, my favorite was the modern interpretation of the farmhouse table with layers of textures, combined with the striking art, it seems to engage all your senses but is simple at the same time-love!
I would like to know who did the columns in the dining area.