17. TrooRa Magazine The Black History Issue Special ’23

Historical Inspiration for an Innovative Home Corey Damen Jenkins: Classic Interiors With No Expiration Date

PHOTOGRAPHED BY: COREY DAMEN JENKINS WRITTEN BY: CRISTINA DEPTULA

N YC-based designer Corey Damen Jenkins, winner of HGTV’s Showhouse Showdown, loves to mix vivid colors with layered patterns for an inventive and unique look. His inspirations come from both old and new: classic design elements such as dark brown wooden furniture and the haute couture runway. “My goal is to ensure that my clients’ projects are always classic, livable, and without an expiration date,” Corey states. showcases what he calls his “colorful, youthful traditionalism.” In the book, he illustrates how to reimagine vintage interior decor for modern tastes. This includes techniques such as pairing light and dark colors, accessorizing with couture-inspired decor, His new book, Design Remix: A New Spin on Traditional Rooms , highlighting a traditional interior with minimalist accessories, and creating a salon-style wall to showcase artwork.

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