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Welcome

“As a resident of the world of design since birth, I’d like to take some time to celebrate some of the people and things in that world that I admire. I hope you come along for the ride. And, as my name has really taken a beating these last couple of years, -thank you Mr. Bezos, - feel free to think of me here by my nickname: Lex. And, please also enjoy this completely un-recognizable and years old headshot.” - Alexa Hampton

David Phoenix

David Phoenix

Lindsay Calhoun
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If you could have a second home anywhere, where would you live? East coast beach house 

What are three words to describe your style? 1. Comfortable 2. Quality 3. Elegant 

Tell us about your childhood bedroom? It was blue with two twin beds and I shared with my brother. 

What’s the first investment piece you ever bought for your house? A piece of art 

In the history of design, if you could hire any designer other than yourself, who would it be? Kalef Alaton or Michael Taylor 

No room is complete without your friends and family to enjoy and create memories with. 

People think of me as reserved, but I am really life of the party.

Things you omit from: 

  • A flower arrangement: Birds of Paradise 

  • An hors d’oeuvre platter: Onions 

  • A bar cabinet: The whole thing altogether 

A song for: 

  •  Dinner at home: Michael Buble 

  • Working at your desk: Classical 

  • Going for a run: 70’s Disco 

If you were on an Ambien high and internet shopping, what would you buy? A custom Porsche 

Do your clothes reflect your design sensibility, if so, how? Yes, tailored and I love camel, blues, and browns with a smart shoe. 

Who is your star crush? Jake Gyllenhaal and George Clooney - too hard to choose. 

What is the thing you would never do on a project, but don’t detest when you see others do it? A contemporary minimalist.

If there were a fire, and you could only keep one design book, what would it be? The list is way too long, I can’t. 

For posterity, what would you like your work to be known for? Understated, Classic, Elegant and always comfortable. 

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A Few Favorites:

  • Movie: Terms of Endearment

  • Book: “The cards of your destiny” By Robert Camp

  • Scent: Lavender and Rosemary

  • The fabric you always come back to: Linen Velvet

  • Dream project: The White House

  • Meal: A burger at the Polo Bar in NY

  • Drink: Pellegrino with a slice of lime

  • Hotel: The Lowell Hotel in NY and JK place in Capri

  • Travel Destination: Anywhere in Italy

  • Artist: Jean Michel Basquiat

  • Thing to collect obsessively: Dishes, Books and Shoes

  • Era in the history of design: The regency period

  • Museum: The Metropolitan in NY

  • Paint Color that always look great: Benjamin Moore, “Calm” OC-22

  • Favorite person to follow on Instagram: Mark Groves, Create the Love

  • Dogs, Cats, or No Pets? I’m a dog person 

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