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EDITORIAL FEATURES

5 Minutes With… Bennett Leifer

The historically inclined designer dishes on the comfort of worn-in silk velvet, trusting your instincts and why efficiency is the new sexy.

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Known for his cooling, calm color palettes and sophisticated finishes, designer Bennett Leifer creates warm and inviting spaces that weave together layers of thoughtful intention. It’s in his artful approach to introducing historical references into each project that makes his work so distinct and memorable. Here, we chatted with Bennett to find out what he’s most looking forward to at this year’s WNWN…along with a few other necessary details.

Coffee or Tea…Black Iced Coffee
Town or Country…Country
Design is…Specific.
Fave floor at 200 Lex…10th(Hi team!)
Efficiency is the new Sexy
Fabrics are…multifaceted.
Furniture can…make your life better!
Comfort looks like…worn-in silk velvet.
Luxury for me is…never feeling without.
Art will…boost your mood and expand your mind.
Design Muse…CURRRENT: Great Expectations, 1998
Next Passport Stamp…France
I’m a firm believer in…Trusting your instincts.
The world needs more…people who love their jobs!

What are you most looking forward to seeing this year?
The Saint-Louis Factory in France!

What excites you most about this time of year?
Cooler weather, fall fashion and discovery of new collections during WNWN.

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