THE PROFILE: ALL ABOUT JAMES

THE PROFILE: ALL ABOUT JAMES

    The Profile: All about James Rixner who is an Interior Designer and architectural aficionado.  James has a Master’s Degree in Urban Design and has established himself as a popular and sought after designer in New York City and beyond.  His sophisticated interior design projects have been prominently featured in The New York Times, Interior Design Magazine, Traditional Home Magazine, New York Spaces Magazine and multitude of other print and online shelter publications. James enjoys working with antiques, chic mid-century furniture or up to the minute modern. His projects span many styles and time frames.

    Name  
    James Rixner
    Occupation 

    Interior Designer

    Tell me about a project or accomplishment that you consider to be most significant in your career

    Without a doubt, being invited to participate in the 25th Anniversary of the Kips Bay Decorators Show House.  All the designers from the first year were participating (who by then were world famous such as Mario Buatta and Mark Hampton) .  I was one of 4 newcomers invited to design a room for this prestigious event. This totally changed my life!
    What things do you not like to do 
    I’m not a big fan of waiting – precious time.

    What is your perfect pizza 

    New York style thin, crisp crust with triple cheese and meat balls!


      What kitchen utensil do you use most frequently 

      The martini stirrer.

        Who is your secret celebrity crush?

        I’m MAD for Ryan Reynolds.


              Are you a night owl or a morning person  

              Morning Person FOR SURE!

              What time of day were you born 

              6:33 PM

              Do you know your heritage  

              Yes
              1/2 English and 1/2 Czech on BOTH my parents sides.

              Do you follow astrology? What is your zodiac sign 

              Yes. 
              Leo Sun, Scorpio Moon and Libra Rising


                What would your DJ Name be  

                Melodies by Margo Channing

                Do you have a favorite number

                11

                How many pairs of shoes do you own  

                Quickly approaching the same as Imelda Marcos.

                Do you have a favorite fashion magazine

                GQ

                  What is your “go-to” fashion brand  

                  Tom Ford

                  If we were to peek in your closet, the dominant color would be? 

                  Blue and Gray

                  What is your present state of mind 

                  Exuberant!

                   It’s 6pm at your favorite bar or restaurant, what drink do you order 

                  Ciroc Vodka Dry Martini with triple olives.



                    Do you awake with or without an alarm 

                    No Alarm EVER!

                    Uber, Taxi, Subway or Citi Bike 

                    I’m a true New Yorker! Subway ,first choice; Taxi , Second Choice; Uber Third Choice.


                      What song is ready to play on your playlist 

                      This will be hard to believe but it’s true!  
                      Et in Terra Pax from Vivaldi’s Gloria.

                      What is the last photo you took with your cell phone 

                      Visitors enjoying my room design for the Grand Salon at Holiday House last night.


                            One of the best lessons my parents taught me is to   

                            Be true to yourself and treat others with 
                            dignity and respect.

                                What is your favorite work of art  

                                Modigliani’s  1917 Nude Sitting on a Divan


                                  What is your favorite building in Manhattan 

                                  Emery Roth’s 1929 Masterpiece, the Beresford.

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                            Rio Hamilton

                            Rio Hamilton is a business development professional with vast marketing and sales experience.He specializes in brand promotion for the luxury interior design and lifestyle industries. Rio works with companies, individuals and groups on concentrated brand identity and elevation. He has a popular website that chronicles "the who's who" at design and fashion events throughout greater New York.

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