Ep. 397: The Secrets of Slow Design with Gabriela Eisenhart

How to Decorate

Ballard Designs

Arts, Business, Design

4.2 • 785 Ratings

🗓️ 21 January 2025

⏱️ 50 minutes

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Summary

We have the pleasure of welcoming to the show Gabriela Eisenhart: the talented founder of Silo Studios in Atlanta, GA. With over a decade of experience & notable features in Architectural Digest and House Beautiful, Gabriela has made a name for herself designing beautiful spaces that blend personal stories with warmth and comfort. In this episode, Gabriela shares her philosophy of slow design, which emphasizes the importance of thoughtfully curating your home over time rather than rushing to fill it with decor. She encourages listeners to choose pieces that hold personal significance, ensuring that your home reflects your evolving journey. Join us as we delve into Gabriela’s insights on creating elegant and meaningful spaces that tell your unique story. Watch this week's episode as recorded on Ballard Designs YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/4g68RKI What You’ll Hear On This Episode: 00:00 Introduction to the How to Decorate Podcast 00:45 Welcoming Gabriela Eisenhart: Founder of Silo Studios 02:30 Gabriela's Background and Design Journey 06:20 The Art of Timeless Design with a Modern Twist 09:15 Understanding Slow Design: Curating with Intention 12:00 Balancing Immediate Needs with Long-Term Vision 15:45 Blending Tradition and Innovation in Design 18:30 The Role of Personal Stories in Decorating 21:29 Case Study: Buckhead Condo and the Power of Art in Design 25:58 Integrating Art and Family Heritage into Spaces 28:10 Gabriela’s Home: Melding East Meets West Influences 32:05 Crafting Kitchens: The Curve of Creativity and Functionality 36:04 Mastering the Mix of Patterns and Textures 39:20 Designing Children’s Rooms: Growing with Grace 42:30 Decorating Dilemma: Wallpaper Wonders for a Cozy Apartment 47:50 Final Thoughts and Gabriella's Inspirations Decorating Dilemma: Follow along with pictures of this week's decorating dilemma on the How to Decorate Blog: https://bit.ly/4fmFxzg Hi Julia, Gabriela and the hosts adore your happy blue kitchen and the warmth your entry grasscloth brings! To streamline your space, Gabriela suggests continuing the grasscloth into the entry area to maintain a cohesive look without overwhelming your charming New York apartment. If you're drawn to the floral pattern you mentioned, stick to using it on the mirror wall and door wall only, leaving the beam in neutral tones to serve as a gentle divider between spaces. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us, Julia. We hope these ideas help you create the perfect balance in your apartment! - How to Decorate Also Mentioned: Silo Studios | Website @silostudiodesign | Instagram Gabriela's Homeworthy Tour | YouTube Ballard Designs Watch the Full Episode w/ Images: Ballard Designs YouTube Please send in your questions so we can answer them on our next episode! And of course, subscribe to the podcast in Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can always check back here to see new episodes, but if you subscribe, it’ll automatically download to your phone. Happy Decorating!

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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 hosts. Join the expert team at Ballard Designs for tips, tricks, and tales from interior designers, stylists,
0:20.9	and other talents in the design world. Plus, we'll answer your decorating dilemmas at the end of each
0:24.8	episode. We love answering your questions, so don't forget to email us at podcast at balaardesigns.net.
0:30.5	Now on with the show. All right, this week, we're thrilled to welcome Gabriella Eisenhardt
0:37.3	to the show. Gabriela Eisenhardt to the show.
0:38.4	Gabriela is a visionary founder of Silo Studios, an award-winning interior design firm based here in Atlanta.
0:45.7	With a background that spans with both arts and interior design,
0:50.1	Gabriella has spent over 12 years partnering with homeowners nationwide to create spaces that reflect not only their personal stories, but who also foster connection and comfort.
1:01.2	Her style, often described as timeless, with the twist of the unexpected, masterfully marries traditional elements with modern design to bring her spaces to life. Silo Studios is renowned for
1:13.5	its sophisticated yet edgy creations, having been featured in architectural digest and House
1:19.1	Beautiful. Today, Gabriella will share her insights into slow design, a philosophy that emphasizes
1:25.5	curating a home furniture and decor thoughtfully over time rather than all at once.
1:30.6	We can't wait to explore her ideas on how to create a home that evolves with your unique journey.
1:36.3	Gabriela, welcome.
1:37.6	Thank you for having me.
1:39.3	I know.
1:39.6	I'm excited to be here.
1:40.9	It's so fun to have you in studio today.
1:43.3	I know.
1:43.7	It's nice to be in studio.
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