Ryan Korban on the allure of interior design
New York interior designer Ryan Korban has designed retail spaces for  the biggest names in fashion – most recently the Aquazzura‘s opulent flagship on Madison Avenue – and counts Nicole Richie and Behati Prinsloo amongst his best friends, but it’s his uniquely luxe aesthetic that’s got people talking. Combining old world romance with urban seduction, Korban creates atmospheric and alluring worlds. It’s no wonder his name appears on the prestigious AD100 list as one of the design world’s best young talents for 2017. For our luxury leaders series, Ryan Korban speaks to Nathalie Breitschwerdt about his design philopshy, the relationship between fashion and interior design and his “must have” luxury.
Ryan Korban Nathalie Breitschwerdt: Given your background is not in interior design, was it difficult to break through barriers to make your mark"
Ryan Korban: I truly believe good taste can help you start any creative career. When I began to study European history in school as well as art, I realised I loved the idea of creating an environment. In a city like New York, confidence and professionalism are everything. Any sign of weakness and you?re finished, so I try to stay strong through the whole thing. It?s important to just keep moving forward. I am always looking for the next thing and not relishing in the moment.
NB: How would you define your own interior design aesthetic" What makes it unique"
RK: I thi...
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