Texture and pattern should function as a surprise.
Patricia Volk, "The Sweet Smell of Excess", The New York Times (October 8, 2006; retrieved October 4, 2007). |
Cooking is like decorating — it never bores me.
Robert DenningHaving people be impressed with a house is not a compliment. You don't want them to say, 'What a place!' You want them to sit down and enjoy it.
Robert DenningNever put sofas against wall.
Robert DenningNo white anything (except sheets).
Robert DenningWe were about ways to show money.
Robert DenningI don't like bare floors.
Robert DenningEverything is really about lighting.
Robert DenningAppearance is everything. I find that a view is secondary. Even in those apartments on the East River, it's dull, looking out at those little boats.
Robert DenningI'll be dragged from the last room I do, screaming, 'More!'
Robert DenningA la Rothschild, a style I define as many good things used irreverently.
Robert DenningFind the ideal in something not ideal.
Robert DenningI'll accept commissions from anyone who isn't frightened by my proposals.
Robert Denning