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E90. Space Agency. with Brigette Romanek
Manage episode 404331781 series 3350714
Welcome to the IBI podcast, beaming in conversations from the galaxy of Black genius. Today, we explore the mind of Brigette Romanek, one of LA’s foremost Interior designers. As the founder of Romanek Design Studio, some of her notable clients include Gwyneth Paltrow, Madonna, Demi Moore, and even the queen herself, Beyonce. (a fact we can neither confirm nor deny). Known for her “Livable Luxe” Gucci meets Gap aesthetic, Brigette's illustrious career affirms the power and value of the black feminine gaze, and that space is indeed the place.
Our conversation today is full of gems, like simple, affordable tips on sprucing up your space, and discovering your design aesthetic, to more existential questions about what it looks like to refuse the expectations of others, and how to know when it’s time to move on.
Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @blackimagination, subscribe to our newsletter for updates, and support the show by clicking this support link. and explore more content on blackimagination.com. And here we go… space agency, with Brigette Romanek.
Key Links
Paulette McWilliams- American Jazz Singer
Mark Romanek- American filmmaker and photographer
Harvey Nichols - British luxury department store chain
Romanek Design Studio- Interior designer in Los Angeles, California
Carpenters Workshop Gallery - a contemporary art gallery, focused on redefining the boundaries between art, sculpture, and design.
The Future Perfect - a leading platform for collectible contemporary design that curates' unique pieces from global designers.
What to Read
Livable Luxe - Brigette Romanek
Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice, and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers - Black Interior Designers Inc, June Reese
The New Bohemians: Cool and Collected Homes - Justina Blakeney
Wild Interiors: Beautiful Plants in Beautiful Spaces- Hilton Carter
What to listen to
Mellow Madness - Quincy Jones, Paulette McWilliams
Live Recording in Amsterdam (Album) - Paulette McWilliams & The Beets Brothers
Work It - Missy Elliott
It's Your Thing - The Isley Brothers
Respect - Aretha Franklin
Who to follow
W: https://romanekdesignstudio.com/
IG: Brigette Romanek (@brigetteromanek)
FB: Brigette Romanek
This conversation was recorded on February 01, 2024.
Host Dario Calmese
Producer: K.T. Thompson
Visual Art Direction and Designs: River Wildmen
Director of Digital Content: Vicky Garcia
Production Asst: Noa Lesche
Original Music composed by Adam Radice
Sound Engineer: Adam Radice
Visit us at blackimagination.com
Watch other episodes on YouTube at The Institute of Black Imagination.
100 episodes
Manage episode 404331781 series 3350714
Welcome to the IBI podcast, beaming in conversations from the galaxy of Black genius. Today, we explore the mind of Brigette Romanek, one of LA’s foremost Interior designers. As the founder of Romanek Design Studio, some of her notable clients include Gwyneth Paltrow, Madonna, Demi Moore, and even the queen herself, Beyonce. (a fact we can neither confirm nor deny). Known for her “Livable Luxe” Gucci meets Gap aesthetic, Brigette's illustrious career affirms the power and value of the black feminine gaze, and that space is indeed the place.
Our conversation today is full of gems, like simple, affordable tips on sprucing up your space, and discovering your design aesthetic, to more existential questions about what it looks like to refuse the expectations of others, and how to know when it’s time to move on.
Connect with us on Twitter and Instagram @blackimagination, subscribe to our newsletter for updates, and support the show by clicking this support link. and explore more content on blackimagination.com. And here we go… space agency, with Brigette Romanek.
Key Links
Paulette McWilliams- American Jazz Singer
Mark Romanek- American filmmaker and photographer
Harvey Nichols - British luxury department store chain
Romanek Design Studio- Interior designer in Los Angeles, California
Carpenters Workshop Gallery - a contemporary art gallery, focused on redefining the boundaries between art, sculpture, and design.
The Future Perfect - a leading platform for collectible contemporary design that curates' unique pieces from global designers.
What to Read
Livable Luxe - Brigette Romanek
Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice, and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers - Black Interior Designers Inc, June Reese
The New Bohemians: Cool and Collected Homes - Justina Blakeney
Wild Interiors: Beautiful Plants in Beautiful Spaces- Hilton Carter
What to listen to
Mellow Madness - Quincy Jones, Paulette McWilliams
Live Recording in Amsterdam (Album) - Paulette McWilliams & The Beets Brothers
Work It - Missy Elliott
It's Your Thing - The Isley Brothers
Respect - Aretha Franklin
Who to follow
W: https://romanekdesignstudio.com/
IG: Brigette Romanek (@brigetteromanek)
FB: Brigette Romanek
This conversation was recorded on February 01, 2024.
Host Dario Calmese
Producer: K.T. Thompson
Visual Art Direction and Designs: River Wildmen
Director of Digital Content: Vicky Garcia
Production Asst: Noa Lesche
Original Music composed by Adam Radice
Sound Engineer: Adam Radice
Visit us at blackimagination.com
Watch other episodes on YouTube at The Institute of Black Imagination.
100 episodes
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