A DASH of Glam Designer Jeff Andrews brings fashion-forward Corbett Lighting to the new Kardashian DASH Boutique
Design: Jeff Andrews Design www.jeffandrews-design.com
Corbett Lighting’s Inertia pendant brings bold energy to this upscale Melrose space
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Photography: Grey Crawford | LI TTMAN BRAN DS.COM
The Inertia pendants fit right in at the chic DASH boutique
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eff Andrews is no stranger to luxury design. With celebrity clientele like Ryan Seacrest, Michael C. Hall and the Kardashian family, among others, he’s known for bringing warmth and livability to his high-end spaces. While some designers create beautiful rooms that feel more like museums than livable spaces, Andrews infuses his bold design concepts with warmth to create a comfortable living environment. His innovative work combines different genres and styles with expert artistry and balance. With designs all around the world, his work has been internationally recognized in top design magazines, books and on television. Andrews was recognized on The Hollywood Reporter’s list of “25 Most Influential Interior Designers” in October 2012. Getting his start as a choreographer/director, Andrews transitioned to interior design more than a decade ago. One of his first celebrity clients was Eleanor Mondale, TV host and daughter of former Vice President Walter Mondale. Inspired by Andrews’ style, she sought him to work on her home, eventually completing four other projects with 18
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him. Through word of mouth, Andrews began attracting other big name clients to his business. In 2010, Andrews began working with “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” stars Kris Jenner and her husband Bruce Jenner to renovate their new home. His work was unveiled on their show and seen by fans in more than 140 countries. In 2012, Andrews was commissioned by the Kardashian family to design one of their new DASH boutiques in the hip designer hot spot of Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. Perfectly suited for celebrity style, Andrews chose Corbett Lighting’s fashionable Inertia pendants to add even more glamour to the upscale space. Inertia is the focal point of DASH, creating a commanding presence and increasing Littman Brands’ visibility in the mainstream and fashion world. As shoppers walk or drive by, they can admire the enormous eye-catching fixture, even from across the street. Andrews’ stunning results are sure to be replicated as he begins work on the new DASH Miami location.
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DESIGNER Q+A
JEFF’S LIGHTING PICKS:
Designer Jeff Andrews unveils his bold approach to celebrity style Your style has been described as “innovative, bold and confident.” How would you describe your style? Creative, luxurious, livable. You design for a long roster of celebrity clientele. How did you get involved with the Kardashians? I was referred to the Kardashians by Ryan Seacrest, who I was originally recommended to by a very good friend. Word of mouth is everything. What is your first inspiration when designing a client’s space — is it a piece of art, furniture, etc.? My inspiration generally comes directly from listening to my client. Creatively I am inspired by fabric, color and texture.
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Menlo Park by Troy Lighting “I love the modern, yet vintage and slightly industrial feel of these chandeliers and sconces. They would work well in a dining room or game room.
What’s your favorite part of designing? What’s the most challenging? My favorite parts are the creative rush at the beginning and my sense of completion at the end. The challenging parts are everything in between – especially lead times vs. deadlines.
Describe your dream client and dream room. A dream client is one who loves to collaborate yet one who has complete trust in my sense of style and capabilities. What inspired your design for DASH? How would you describe the style? The [Kardashian] Girls wanted a space that was clean, modern, fresh and uncluttered. The style is minimal and chic with a glamorous edge. Corbett Lighting’s Inertia is the focal point of the space, commanding great attention. What drew you to this fixture? Exactly that – the bold sculptural shape, sparkling qualities and overall retro vibe, which seem totally current in a modern space like DASH.
Tattoo by Troy Lighting “Edgy, sculptural and chic. I would love to put several down a very long hallway.”
How does lighting factor into the ambiance you’re trying to create? Lighting is everything! Statement pieces can not only dress a room or set the tone, but actually "make" a room. Do you find yourself drawn to certain types or styles of lighting fixtures? I love many periods and styles of lighting and frequently mix several different types of pieces into one space. From Art Deco chandeliers and sconces to vintage industrial factory lighting, to rock crystal chandeliers…it’s all in the mix. What are some lighting or design trends you’ve noticed recently? What’s the next big thing? For me, the next big thing is rock crystal – chandeliers, sconces, pendants and candelabras… I find myself drawn to the organic elegance of this semi-precious gemstone and how it illuminates. I’m also obsessed with hand-blown glass globes and have been recently incorporating them into some of my own custom lighting designs. If you could give one piece of advice to our readers about lighting, what would it be? Use a lot of ambient light sources on dimmers; avoid overhead recessed lighting whenever possible. LA RGE R T HA N LIGHT | SUMMER
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Amadeus by Corbett Lighting “It’s so classically beautiful without looking like something from a stuffy old parlor. I would use this in a bathroom or over a big island in a woman’s walk-in closet.”
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