Современная архитектура. Гусева О.Г - 38 стр.

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Try best to gauge expectations. It is helpful when they have a reference – say, a
project of mine that they've liked. I never second-guess clients' inclinations, because,
ultimately, I want to fulfill their aspirations. Time spent with a client at the beginning
is invaluable.
THE MISTAKE MOST PEOPLE MAKE WHEN DOING THEIR OWN DESIGNING IS...
Failing to adequately visualize the result. A lack of objectivity can be a major
stumbling block. And confusion can be disastrous, as too many ideas enter the picture.
There should be design cohesion in all the rooms. It need not be obvious, but, ideally, a
subtle conceptual signature should unite the spaces.
THE MOST UNUSUAL REQUEST FROM A CLIENT WAS...
For a 7,000-square-foot penthouse we recently completed in Chicago. The
client, a major art collector, requested that we design the apartment around an 18-by-
12-foot Frank Stella construction (the apartment had 17-foot-high ceilings). We cre-
ated a dramatic entrance hall to house the piece, but, since this was on the 66th floor,
we were unable to transport it by elevator. A helicopter for a hoist, bureaucratic red
tape, inclement weather scrubbing several attempts...and, still, there's nothing as
rewarding as pleasing a discerning client.
FOR SOMEONE WHO WANTS A BIG LOOK ON A SMALL BUDGI
TODAY...
One of the least expensive guarantees of glamour is the mirror. It immediately
introduces a sense of infinity and grander whether it's a traditional wall-mounted gilt
frame above a mantel or an entire contemporary surface installation reflecting a
cityscape. The cost is negligible, and the impact is immeasurable.
ONE OF THE BEST THINGS RIGHT NOW TO COLLECT FOR AN INVESTMENT IS...
Contemporary art. I always try to influence my clients, if they are not already col-
lectors, to consider this field of acquisition. With few exceptions, the investments have
proved to be significantly rewarding.
IN THE AREA OF HOME ELECTRONICS, PEOPLE ARE ASKING FOR...
Crestron or similar systems. One can walk into a room and, with a single device,
adjust the lighting, temperature and music, and even light the fireplace.
IN THE NEXT TEN YEARS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN DESIGN WILL BE...
A conspicuous austerity. I believe we will look back on the last 15 years as a
golden age of design, not unlike the Edwardian era. We are on the brink of
extraordinary change due to the lightning growth of technology. I don't believe
that the next generation will slavishly return to re-creating traditional interiors. But
what will not change is our basic need for comfort.

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