I'm thrilled to share a special Q + A today with DwellStudio's founder, Christiane Lemieux. Before Dwell jump-started a trend in modern crib bedding and became a fixture in Target, the 10-year company created its name for stylish modern textiles in the bedroom. With DwellStudio's new Abstractions line (above), you see a fresh take on pattern for bedding. So I talked to Christiane to find out the inspiration for the collection:
How do you land on the concept for a DwellStudio collection?
It is pretty spontaneous. Something will be in the air – signs from
various places and we will draw on them. The concept usually comes
together organically.
{a photo of Christiane's inspiration bits for the Abstractions line}
Did you tap a different source of inspiration to develop this new
line?
No, it really came to me on a trip to Paris. Everything I was
seeing was fluid, handmade, and looked very fresh. From the windows at
Yves St Laurent to an art show at the Musee D’Orsay – people were sort
of over computer artwork.
Is fashion a
big influence on your home designs for DwellStudio?
Fashion is a very
big influence. The textures and prints in fashion lend themselves very
well to home. Fashion takes big color risks that we can apply to our
designs. It’s exciting.
Do you feel that people are as willing to take risks in decorating as
they are in fashion?
Yes, but mostly in accessories. You can add a
forward pillow or napkins to your mix and update easily.
What's your advice to people who
feel "stuck" when it comes to decorating a space?
Mix it up. There are no rules. Your personality
will make for the best space.
Do you have a personal favorite DwellStudio collection or piece?
Each
thing in the collection tells a story for me. I am attached to all of
them, but from our newest collection, I am loving the Collage duvet set. It really updated my bedroom.
Check out Dwell's Abstractions line here. A special thanks to Christiane for taking time to share her inspiration!
