Burkle Creative

Answers by Javier Burkle, Founder and Principal burklecreative.com

What inspired you to pursue this line of work?

I am drawn to the creative field and the opportunities it holds to make spaces beautiful and create homes where people feel relaxed to enjoy their everyday life. I also love how the industry is constantly evolving, affording us the ability to always have something new and fresh to incorporate into a space.

What services do you offer?

I love working with clients in a variety of ways, from accessorizing existing spaces to partnering with builders, architects, and homeowners on new builds.

What is your philosophy as it pertains to the work you do?

My design philosophy is rooted in balance and beauty. I believe in creating beautiful spaces that are functional, useful, livable, and exude timeless elegance.

What do you feel distinguishes you from your competitors?

I don’t think about my peers as competitors; I think in the design world, we each individually connect with the clients who share our aesthetic and love our look.

If you had to describe your style in three words, what would they be?

Collected, maximalist, and layered.

Will you take on projects of any size or scope?

For us, the measure of a good project is the connection we share with our clients. If we have a great connection, we’re always up for the job!

What’s your favorite type of project to work on?

The best projects result when the client trusts us and believes in our plan and vision for the project. We also adore a house with history—it’s exciting to have the opportunity to incorporate our own twist on an original aesthetic.

What’s one thing people often don’t understand or realize about your line of work?

Beautiful things take some time. But it’s always worth the wait!

What do you love most about what you do?

I love how unique every project is—and even how different every day is! Design is never mundane.