What You’ll Hear On This Episode:
We're thrilled to be joined by Emily Eerdmans, a design historian and author who opens up about her insights on the legendary decorator, Mario Buatta, aka the Prince of Chintz. Emily first talks about the process of writing Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator, and how it’s different from Mario Buatta: Fifty Years of American Interior Decoration. And yes, Mario fans should have both books in their collection. She then takes us through the fascinating journey of Mario, a trailblazer who incorporated personal branding into his design work, seamlessly adapted the English country house style to suit the American market, and crafted stunning designs using color and antiques. We dive deep into the heart of Mario’s design mantra with Emily, understanding the role of the four C's: chintz, curtains, color, and collections.
Mentioned:
Ballard Designs
Emily Eerdmans
Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator
Mario Buatta: Fifty Years of American Interior Decoration
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