Corey Damen Jenkins’s cosmopolitan mélange of sculpted marble, inlaid bone and embroidered peacock plumage

Corey Damen Jenkins, a New York-based principal and CEO of his eponymous design firm, is an active figure in the design industry. In mid-May, he launched “Design Reimagined,” a seven-episode YouTube series. This series will culminate in September with the release of his second coffee table book, also titled “Design Reimagined,” which will showcase ten of his recent trad-maximalist interior design projects. Beyond these endeavors, Jenkins is known for his contributions to shelter magazines, his MasterClass on interior design, and various brand partnerships. Despite his extensive business activities, Jenkins maintains a core identity as a creative designer, capable of distilling complex and opulent interiors into cohesive mood boards. This particular article focuses on a mood board created by Jenkins, inspired by an Upper East Side apartment he designed for a mother and her two young daughters. His design approach for this project was heavily influenced by the rich jewel tones observed in Parisian fashion runways from celebrated artists such as Valentino and Elie Saab. This inspiration from couture fabrics is translated into the home environment through the selection of ornate upholstery textiles and sophisticated wallcoverings. Examples include hand-painted panels with Japanese-influenced cherry blossoms and gilded clouds, as well as fabrics embroidered with peacock plumes in a viscose-cotton blend, and swathes of sapphire blue velvet featuring suzani motifs. To balance the exotic patterns and vibrant energy, Jenkins incorporates timeless accents. These include a chunky, honey-hued jute rug and a classical marble bust, which serve to ground the lavish elements and create a vivid yet livable space. Jenkins articulates that his goal was to achieve a design that celebrates a diverse, continental mix of classicism and modernity. He believes these selected items possess versatility, making them suitable for various schemes, from an elaborately detailed dining room to a luxurious main bedroom. Global influences are also a significant component of this design, especially with the onset of summer. Paris is referenced through a trio of polished bronze turtles, intended to hold a perfumed candle. Indian influences appear in a bone-inlay keepsake box and chenille tiger stripes. Elements from farther East are suggested by brass bamboo cabinet handles and a vintage meditation bowl. Jenkins describes the overall aesthetic as “eclectically exuberant,” noting that the combination of materials, finishes, and textures collectively contribute to a vision inspired by extensive world travels. Jenkins provides detailed descriptions for each of his 18 selections. These include a "Total Eclipse Faux Ranunculus Bouquet" by Diane James Home for a vibrant red pop, a vintage singing bowl discovered during his travels, and the "Ulysses Wood Chair" from his own collection for Hancock & Moore, highlighting its caning and clean lines. The "Kano Garden Wallpaper" by Gracie is praised for its joyful and worldly vibe. The "Lizzo Peacock Embroidered Fabric" by Kravet Couture is selected for its "wow factor" with emerald, sapphire, and gold hues. The "Turtle Pedestal" by Serdar Gülgün for Trudon is a sculpted brass piece found in Paris. A "Bust Roman Imperial" by The Met X Eichholtz adds classical elevation. "Rambler Faux Leather in Fireside" by Kravet is chosen for swivel chairs or ottomans, and his own "Provocative" tiger stripe velvet for Kravet Couture is noted for its transitional appeal. The "Chunky Hand-Braided Jute Rug in Honey" by Ben Soleimani provides an understated yet characterful foundation. The "Malaquita Desk" by Maitland-Smith is highlighted as a long-standing favorite design. A vintage bone inlay box from Chairish adds decorative and functional layering. "Poires by Citizen Artist for Global Views," made of dip-dyed alabaster, offers an organic touch. "Bees Knees Indoor/Outdoor Tape in Green" by Mary McDonald for Schumacher provides geometric pattern for accent pillows or draperies. The "Troon Round Chandelier" by Arteriors features a deco-inspired silhouette with glass and brass. "Suzani Strie Velvet in Sapphire" by Schumacher brings continental flair, and "Grove Bamboo Cabinet Handle in Aged Brass" by Armac Martin offers vintage chinoiserie influences. Finally, the "Lilou Table Lamp in Green" by Currey & Company is a versatile gourd-shaped piece that blends traditional and modern aesthetics. #InteriorDesign #CoreyDamenJenkins #MoodBoard #LuxuryInteriors #TradMaximalist #JewelTones #GlobalInfluences #DesignElements #HomeDecor #InteriorDesign #CoreyDamenJenkins #MoodBoard #LuxuryInteriors #TradMaximalist #JewelTones #GlobalInfluences #DesignElements #HomeDecor