The Self Portrait as Inspiration for Interiors

inspiration to bridge the creative gap between art and interior design with two curated collections* with similar energy and vibe.

Collection 1 Video - artists’ “self portraits” set to plucky music at a cheeky pace.

Collection 2 Gallery - interior design showcasing a serious case of “sense of self” from various designers.

*Images featured are not my own.

Interior design is a form of self-expression, where every color choice and reading nook represents a whispered story about the inhabitant. It becomes more transformative when we take inspiration from the introspective realm of self-portraits.

Virginia Woolf once said, "A room of one's own is essential, but so too is a room of one's mind." Let your interior design be the bridge between the two, a physical manifestation of the vibrant and ever-evolving self that resides within.

D'Angelo Lovell Williams' "Nah" is a perfect example of the cheeky vibrancy and freedom that mirrors the artist's multifaceted identity. You can translate this energy into your home by layering bold textures and patterns, creating a space that is dynamic and ever-evolving, just like you.

Ming Smith's "Untitled (Self Portrait with Camera)" captures the artist's gaze rather than her features, inviting you to consider the emotional core of your space. What colors evoke serenity? What textures ignite imagination? Design becomes a form of emotional cartography, mapping the invisible contours of your inner self.

Remember, a self-portrait home is not about replicating your favorite interior designer's style, but more about the spirit of introspection. It's about asking yourself: what story do I want my walls to tell?