Q&A with Suzanne
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About Suzanne
Suzanne Kasler is inspired. As the principal of Atlanta-based Suzanne Kasler Interiors, she often asserts that “a room should be collected, not decorated.” Incorporating the personal collections of her clients with fine art and antiques, contemporary pieces and custom-designed furniture, Suzanne’s meaningful interiors straddle that rare middle ground between sophisticate and ingénue. As a graduate of the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Art, Architecture and Planning, Suzanne brings a comprehensive knowledge of interior architecture and decorative arts to her design work.
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Why did you choose Ballard to help create your premier line of home accessories?
I’ve never had a chance to create all the accessories and smaller things that I think really make a room special and give it that layered feel. And as a collector and designer, I often find unique pieces that people want and then I can never find them again. So when Ballard came to me to discuss styling for the catalog, we started talking about product ideas – I didn’t realize how many I had! Now, working with Ballard, I can bring those ideas to life.
Why are accessories so important?
Accessories are like jewelry for the space and where I find the real joy in designing. They’re what create style and a personal environment. By doing all these different lines of accessories with Ballard, I’m giving people the opportunity to hand pick from many different things, so they can really can make it their own.
You’re known for your unique eye. How does your style complement Ballard’s?
When I first moved to Atlanta, I met the original owner, Helen Ballard, and found that we were attracted to so many of the same things. I’ve always had this deep love of French and European continental styles. So as a designer, I can bring to Ballard a real focus on beautiful, functional pieces that mix in well with the foundation Ballard has already begun.
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I have a question regarding the fabric linen color “Flax.” It appears to look like a natural kaki color in the catalog. However, looks white online. Please advise on what color it actually is. Also, would this be a good fabric to use on a headbaord, such as one of the ones from Ballard Designs?
Jamie: The Suzanne Kasler Flax Linen is a grayed-down khaki color. We think it is a good idea for you to order a swatch so you can see it in person. The fabric has a wonderful woven texture and would look fab on a headboard!
The Style Studio Team
I just purchased 2 Grammercy chairs and 2 Courbe cube ottomons in Scandicci Gray along with a “center” tufted ottoman in the gold pommeroy and want a settee to compliment it. I noticed you have a velvet called “Sand”. Optimally, the Hudson settee design is the perfect fit. Would the “sand” velvet compliment this arrangement?
Also, I absolutely love the petite “X” bench and have been thinking about that in Lorenzo grey. I’m recently married and trying to merge styles and am lost in the process!
Susan: You are right on target with your choices. We love what you are doing. The Sand Velvet is a great compliment to the Scandicci Print, and the addition of the Lorenzo Charcoal gives the whole thing color and texture. Another good choice for a velvet for the Hudson Settee is our Camel Velvet. It brings out more of the golder tones. Either way, we think you can’t miss! Just make sure to order swatches so you can see the colors and textures up close and personal. Let us know if we can help with anything else.
The Style Studio Team
I love what you are doing. Please help me with my home decoration .Thank you Adela H.