Ep. 381: Creating Cohesive and Functional Spaces with Cullman & Kravis

How to Decorate

Ballard Designs

Arts, Business, Design

4.2 • 785 Ratings

🗓️ 1 October 2024

⏱️ 47 minutes

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Summary

This week, we welcome designers Ellie Cullman and Lee Cavanaugh from the iconic design firm Cullman & Kravis, who discuss their latest book, 'Cullman and Kravis Interiors.' Although "Cullman & Kravis Interiors" is technically the fourth book from designer Ellie Cullman, it is the first book that showcases her own firm's approach to blending traditional and contemporary styles. Ellie and Lee emphasize their passion for reflecting client interests, location, and functionality in their designs, and they also share insights about the importance of cohesive coloring and the ‘alchemy of old and new’ in creating vibrant living spaces. Watch this week's conversation as recorded on Ballard Designs YouTube. What You’ll Hear On This Episode: 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Meet Our Guests: Ellie Cullman and Lee Cavanaugh 01:58 The Unique Cullman and Kravis Aesthetic 03:58 Designing for Function and Comfort 05:15 Interactive Design Process 13:43 Collaborative Design and Client Interaction 20:48 Adapting Designs for Future Needs 23:14 Creating Play Spaces for All Ages 23:58 Exploring Traditional Design 25:31 Balancing Old and New in Interiors 31:48 The Importance of Color Cohesion 35:35 Personal Stories and Design Tips 39:16 Decorating Dilemmas and Solutions 45:21 Conclusion + Where to Find More from Cullman & Kravis Decorating Dilemma: Cullman & Kravis suggest embracing the bold fuchsia color from her chairs by incorporating it elsewhere in the room to achieve cohesion. They recommended painting the walls in the fuchsia shade or using a textured wall covering to tie the space together. If the bold choice felt overwhelming, they suggested adding fuchsia accessories, such as vases or a large bowl, on the dining table. To address the issue with her dining chairs on the carpet, they recommended using plastic sliders or sabots on the chair feet for ease of movement. Overall, they encouraged Donna to continue her bold direction and reminded her that sometimes stepping out of her comfort zone can result in a well-designed room. Also Mentioned: Ballard Designs Watch the Full Episode w/ Images: Ballard Designs YouTube Cullman & Kravis

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0:00.0	Welcome to How to Decorate from Ballard Designs, a weekly podcast all about the trials and triumphs of decorating and redecorating your home.
0:09.1	I'm Caroline. I'm on the marketing team. And I'm Taryn and I'm a product designer.
0:12.8	I'm Liz. I head of the creative team. We're your host. Join the expert team at Ballard Designs for tips, tricks, and tales from interior designers, stylists, and other talents in the design world.
0:22.4	Plus, we'll answer your decorating dilemmas at the end of each episode.
0:25.4	We love answering your questions, so don't forget to email us at podcast at balauredesigns.net.
0:30.5	Now on with the show.
0:33.3	Our guest today are Ellie Coleman and Lee Kavanaugh.
0:36.6	Ellie and Lee are both partners at the
0:38.1	esteemed interior design firm, Coleman and Kravos. Ellie is the founding partner of the firm,
0:43.2	and you may remember her from episode 149 back in 2020. We discussed their book from classic
0:49.9	to contemporary. And today we're going to discuss Coleman and Crafts' most recent book,
0:55.0	Coleman and Cravis interiors. The firm is consistently on the 8100 list, L decor's A list,
1:00.6	and they're known for creating fresh traditional spaces infused with vibrant color and modern art.
1:06.0	And their latest book, Ellie Lee, and their partners provide a master class in 21st century
1:10.7	decorating from luxurious Manhattan
1:13.1	apartments to historic residents overlooking Long Island Sound.
1:17.2	Ellie and Lee, welcome to the show.
1:19.8	Thanks so much.
1:20.9	Thank you.
1:21.6	Love having you.
1:22.6	And I loved getting to go through your book.
1:24.4	There's such a variety of, you know, as I mentioned in the
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