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The A List: Timothy Brown

Blending timeless classics with an intelligent, contemporary approach allows New York based designer Timothy Brown to curate relevant and comfortable spaces for his clients. His dedication to the process of collaboration– respecting the clients’ aesthetic, while editing out the excess– creates livable, well-tailored environments with his signature warm minimalism.

New York Based Designer Timothy Brown
New York Based Designer Timothy Brown
Elegant entry way of Bridgehamption New York Home featuring a splendid Made in Italy black marble round table by Angelo Mangiarotti
Elegant entry way of Bridgehamption New York Home featuring a splendid Made in Italy black marble round table by Angelo Mangiarotti

Blending timeless classics with an intelligent, contemporary approach allows New York based designer Timothy Brown to curate relevant and comfortable spaces for his clients. His dedication to the process of collaboration– respecting the clients’ aesthetic, while editing out the excess– creates livable, well-tailored environments with his signature warm minimalism. With over 15 years of experience, Timothy’s portfolio includes both commercial and residential projects. His work has garnered attention in numerous publications, most recently an inclusion in the October 2016 released book “Interior Design Master Class”. He has been featured in House Beautiful’s “The Next Wave”, and named one of Traditional Home’s “Ten Up and Coming Designers”, as well as one of three “Emerging Designers” at Benjamin Moore’s Hue Awards. Recent projects include homes in the Hamptons, a Paris flat, Venice Beach, California home, a contemporary apartment on NYC’s High Line Park and a Manhattan triplex penthouse.

View of a Park Avenue NYC apartment living room featuring beautifully crafted leather stools by Raphael Raffel
View of a Park Avenue NYC apartment living room featuring beautifully crafted leather stools by Raphael Raffel

Craftsmanship embodies passion, skill and artistry; all governed by the highest level of standards. I believe that these are the same core values that parallel my work ethic and enables me to deliver successful results. 

Bridgehampton New York home library and fireplace by Timothy Brown
Bridgehampton New York home library and fireplace by Timothy Brown
Decorating with art according to New York based designer Timothy Brown
Decorating with art according to New York based designer Timothy Brown

What does “Made in Italy” mean to you?

“Made in Italy” exemplifies a commitment to quality. It gives the assurance that the piece behind the label was made by the skilled hands of an expert craftsperson; who sourced and chose the finest materials available specifically for the job at hand; based on years of tradition. It gives me confidence that I am getting the best.

Who/what has inspired the most your work and style?

I’ve been inspired mostly by my former employers Wayne Nathan and Robert Stilin. Both taught me to look with a different set of eyes; one from an artistic viewpoint and the other from a business viewpoint. I owe much to both.​

Bridgehampton New York Home living room decor by the talented Timothy Brown
Bridgehampton New York Home living room decor by the talented Timothy Brown

Describe your design approach and philosophy.

Listen to the client- always. They always know what they want- even when they say they don’t.

What is the one design/décor you cannot imaging your clients (or yourself) living without?

A comfortable chair.

What is your idea of the “ultimate luxury”?

Nothing is more luxurious than a bed made with freshly ironed sheets.​


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