Feature: Interior Designer Jason Bricknell
We chatted to Jason Bricknell about a few of his favourite things. Jason has been head designer and owner of Emerald Black since 2008.
What has been the most challenging aspect of your career?
Understanding a client’s design aesthetic might be very different to my vision, and confined to only what they know and have been exposed to. Introducing clients to new ideas and concepts can be challenging and requires both patience and diplomacy.
And most rewarding?
Witnessing the transformation of a space, but more so, seeing the design evolution of a client, experiencing the change from a house into a home they both love and are proud of.
How would you sum up your style?
My style is very much influenced by the client’s direction, but I infuse functional luxury and glamour to present a look that is practical yet unique.
If you could design your own home in any style what would you do?
Contemporary Art Deco.
What is your favourite holiday destination?
Anywhere in the bush, Alaska & Madrid
Your least favourite holiday destination?
None; it’s still a holiday, and one can find appreciation and inspiration in everything.
List of favourites:
Fragrance:
Acqua Di Parma Oud
Watch:
Panerai
Car:
1963 Corvette Stingray
Skin care:
Slurp (Korean) order online
Local restaurant:
La Colombe, Cape Town
International restaurant:
Hotel Costes, Paris
Local hotel:
La Bella Vita Studios (Ebony Suite)
Majeka House
International hotel :
Hospes Maricel & Spa in Mallorca.
Drink:
Vodka Martini (shaken not stirred)
Fashion brand:
Scotch & Soda
Local shop:
Africology - they have created a sensory experience in the stores and each products feels authentic, clean and brings me either inspiration or a fond memory.
Do you read magazines on line?
dossiermag.net (but of course)
LUXE Interior & Design
Architectural Digest
Your favourite movies? Maybe interior design related?
What dreams may come (Art direction and imagery)
Great Gatsby (For design & styling, favourite era design wise, scoring)
Call me by your Name
What would be your dream job?
To start and run a charitable foundation that is focused on improving the lives of disabled disadvantaged people, as well as the abled bodied family members who support them, long term.
Top left: Slurp Products. Right:Acqua Di Parma Oud. Middle left: Hospes Maricel & Spa in Mallorca. Middle right: La Bella Vita Studios (Ebony Suite) Bottom left: 1963 Corvette Stingray Bottom right: Majeka House.
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