Continuing part one of the round-up, here are five more inspiring designers whose work I’ve featured this year.

Each designer in this post has a unique, recognizable style. All have introduced designs that have changed the industry in their own way, leaving an indelible mark that continues to inspire other artists and homeowners alike. What’s also inspiring is how vastly different from each other, offering their own perspectives on interior (and even exterior) art.

From architecture to furniture, these inspiring designers cover a great range of how design can be intrepreted. No matter what your personal style is, it’s hard not to find inspiration from these incredible artists.

Marcel Wanders
Marcel Wanders is a visionary. As co-founder of the successful design label Moooi and the art director, product and interior designer of his powerhouse studio (which employs around 50 international design specialists), Wanders has made a name for himself in the industry as one of the most prolific and innovative designers.

Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren is an American designer who has created a style empire, from fashion and fragrances to home decor. It all embraces a standard of luxury that he has become known for. The trademark style of Ralph Lauren is always upscale and sophisticated, whether in a rustic, laid back setting or in a sleek, glamorous space.

Mackenzie-Childs
No one does whimsy quite like Mackenzie-Childs. Husband and wife team Richard and Victoria Mackenzie-Childs founded their furniture and ceramics line to share their unique vision of design with the world. Though they have recently parted ways with the company, their creative aesthetic lives on through its products and is still capturing people’s imaginations.

Maya Romanoff
Some designers transcend design and what they create should instead be considered art. Such could be said about Maya Romanoff, the creative genius behind the Maya Romanoff Corporation and its exquisite wall coverings. Though Romanoff passed away a year ago, his legacy lives on through the company and the work of the designers that perpetuate his vision.

Frank Gehry
Frank Gehry has designed many of the most recognizable buildings in the world. Vanity Fair labelled him as “the most important architect of our age” and many of his buildings have become world-famous tourist attractions. His best-known works include the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles and the Guggenheim Museum in Spain.

Which designer of these five has inspired you the most?

Warm regards,
Megan

Antoni Gaudi was the genius behind some of the most recognizable and truly unique feats of architecture ever created. As a Catalan, his works are primarily found in Barcelona, Spain and are a huge draw to travelers and artists alike. His distinctive style was influenced by neo-Gothic art and Oriental techniques, which led him into the Modernista movement. Gaudi’s creations were influenced by his lifelong passions for religion, nature and architecture.

Seven of his works were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO and his portfolio continues to be studied and admired by architects. His body of work is nothing short of inspiring. Enjoy this small selection of some of my favorite works of his.

The rooftop of Antoni Gaudí’s Casa Milà plays with shapes and elevations to create a unique landscape.

Colònia Güell transforms brickwork into a work of art.

The windows in Casa Batlló are nothing short of stunning.

Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s magnum opus, is still incomplete to this day but still stuns with his unique beauty.

The use of whimsical color on the exterior and the Gothic shapes create an interesting contrast.

From above, you can further appreciate Casa Milà’s intriguing shapes.

This roof line shows some of the incredible use of color and tile work he used to create wondrous works of art.

The interiors display just as much ingenuity and creativity.

Sagrada Familia looks like a Gothic castle that captures your imagination.

Many textures, colors and shapes come together to tell an eye-catching architectural story.

The works of Gaudi still inspire works of art and architecture today. His unique eye teaches a great lesson in out of the box thinking and putting your passions into your work.

Warm regards,
Megan

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Frank Lloyd Wright is one of the most well-known and lauded American architects. Though he is most famous for his architectural feats, he was also an interior designer, writer and educator. In his lifetime, he designed more than 1,000 structures, 532 of which were seen through to completion. His belief was that man-made structures should be in harmony with nature and the environment, which he called “organic architecture.” One of his most favored projects, a residence called Fallingwater, is a prime example of this philosophy.

You can see his unique perspective and ingenious way of expressing it throughout this small selection of his work that I’ve gathered for this post. It is truly inspiring to see how his work has held up over the years and will continue to remain classics long into the future.

This stunning glass-mosaic fireplace is one of only three ever made and is the last one still in its original form.

The grand structure by the pool at the Ennis House looks like it emerged right from the ground.

Inside the Ennis House, unique geometric designs cover the walls for an entirely unique aesthetic experience.

In a bedroom at the Ennis House, the same geometic concrete tiles on the walls appear warmer when paired with wood and comfortable furnishings.

The Hollyhock House features some art deco touches and more of the same textures present in his other homes.

The carvings on the fireplace is classic Frank Lloyd Wright, featuring geometric patterns that look like they were carved right from nature.

You can stay in a piece of Frank Lloyd Wright history at the legendary Arizona Biltmore.

More of Wright’s unique concrete textiles can be found at the Storer House, paired with stunning polished wood.

Here is Wright’s famous Fallingwater, a home completely in harmony with its stunning natural surroundings.

The Guggenheim Museum is also one if his most famous achievements, featuring beautiful curved lines.

Frank Lloyd Wright is an unforgettable architect and designer that will no doubt continue to influence the industry for years to come.

Warm regards,
Megan

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Some designers transcend design and what they create should instead be considered art. Such could be said about Maya Romanoff, the creative genius behind the Maya Romanoff Corporation and its exquisite wall coverings. Though Romanoff passed away a year ago, his legacy lives on through the company and the work of the designers that perpetuate his vision.

It is nearly impossible to have never seen one his wall coverings, as they have been featured in countless magazines and designer spaces. Maya Romanoff’s designs are like no others, possessing a quality that makes them stand out from the rest. They have truly raised the design bar. Here are ten rooms where that is certainly true.

One of Romanoff’s gilded wall coverings wraps this room in luxury and makes a stunning statement.

A Mother of Pearl wallpaper accents the space around the vanities for a touch of glamour.

A brushed metal leaf wallpaper draws your eye upward in this space, making an unexpected yet stunning statement.

Red looks luxurious in this bold, hand-painted vermillion Tremelo wall covering.

The scene on the wall leading up the staircase is an eye-catching work of art.

The sheen on the wall covering in this living room gives it a does of glamour that brings an elegant touch to the black and white furniture.

The wheat-colored wall covering is an elegant choice for this dining room to add texture and dimension to the space.

Grasscloth is a daring metallic black creates a bold statement in this luxurious powder bath.

Weathered Walls resemble wood, but are actually a clever wall covering from Maya Romanoff.

The rich blue and glossy texture of the wall covering is the perfect addition to this crisp home office.

The beautiful wallpaper helps make a valuable first impression behind this elegant vignette.

Maya Romanoff was an inspiration and his legacy is sure to live on for many, many years to inspire more generations.

Warm regards,
Megan

Images { 1 – Elle Decor / 2 – Luxe / 3 – Architectural Digest / 4 – Rikki Snyder via Houzz / 5 – Houzz / 6 – Traditional Home / 7 – Habachy Design via Decor Pad / 8 – House Beautiful / 9 – Lonny / 10 – Architectural Digest }