Jo Laurie, an international phenomenon and President of Jo Laurie Design, took the United States by storm with her exceptional talents in interior design. Traveling to and from four continents, Jo attributes her amazing insights to the influences of different cultures and incorporates them throughout her work. She not only finds the time to accommodate her international clients but also finds down-time to enjoy the simple things in life!
Her sophisticated and amazing talents are what we absolutely CRAVE, bringing new innovations to the table. Find out more about Jo and get inspired!
What is your motto, slogan, or theme song?
Don’t look back in life with too many regrets..this is not a dress rehearsal!
How would you describe your business in exactly three adjectives?
Innovative, Bespoke, Cosmopolitan.
What are your most popular products or services?
For hospitality & commercial projects – concept origination, then implementation on all levels of interior architecture down to the website and logo, if required. Residential – we turn you vision into a reality on time and on budget!
What or who inspired you to start your business?
Seeing my mothers generation not have the financial resources to escape bad relationships. Plus I love what I do–making a living from being creative. What a blessing!
If you weren’t running this business, what would your life look like?
Money no object–Winters in Australia, NYC Spring & Fall , Summers in Europe… painting.
Describe your perfect last meal.
Part of a great day in Paris March 13th, yummy desserts and a glass of champagne in the Hotel de Crillon, after lunch at Costes.
What’s a cause you are passionate about and why?
Women’s reproductive rights. Had I not been born in the west, I could have been barefoot with ten children and no education. I think we forget how incredibly lucky we are, and what we owe to previous generations.
Check out Jo’s website and some of her work at jolauriedesign.com!
3 Responses to “Interview with Jo Laurie Design”
Jo lives up to her word. She listens and follows requests, but if she has an idea which might produce a better result, she will offer it as an option. A fine example of this was my choice of flooring in my kitchen. I had seen something I liked a lot, but she suggested an alternate of which I was completely unaware. It was so much better!
Jo never pushes, and she does her best to stay within everyone’s budget, even when it is a small one. No sneaking in expensive pieces or materials…you are the one who decides when to increase the spending allotment.
Another blessing is Jo’s infinite flexiblity. She can work with a futuristic fantasy or do boiserie and wallpaper. She will include what one already owns or start from scratch~ or anything in-between. And she has a great eye!
Best of all is the joy of being able to work with someone who is an absolute pleasure. I looked forward just to seeing her. That was the topping on her “cake of talents.”
Nice Blog,Keep up the good Work! Mike M
Love her work! Timeless and sophisticated.
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