“The
art of design to me is the balance of texture, scale, color and light”
-
Gary Gibson
Gary Gibson is an L.A. based interior designer, artist,
and product designer. Having never been able to work within the confines
of traditional design or traditional offerings, Gary has forged his own
unique path with an approach from the artistic angle; creating spaces
that invite, excite and envelop the user.
A native Angeleno, Gary studied
at UCLA’s School of Interior Design and opened his own full service residential
and commercial design firm in 1981. His aim is to create interiors that
are timeless and classic but at the same time comfortable and usable,
forming “spaces that are not just to be looked at.” Contrasting surfaces,
colors, and textures that excite the eye are always the goal. Gary, an
accomplished artist in his own right, applies this attitude to his artwork
as well. Radical colors, and unusual textures and materials are trademarks
of the dynamic pieces he creates.
That combination of designer and
artist seems to be working. Since opening his doors in the early 80’s,
the demand for Gary’s design aesthetic has grown. Now a renowned designer,
his work encompasses residential and commercial spaces in California,
Montana, Utah, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, and Santa Fe, New
Mexico. His art is part of many private residential and commercial collections
and he is currently working on several pieces for both residential and
commercial installations throughout the country. Eight years ago, Gary
launched Gibson Studio, a collection of high-end furniture shown in the
L.A., Chicago and New York markets. The line incorporates his personal
and design aesthetic, utilizing such classic metals as bronze and stainless
steel; woods from walnut to mahogany; and upholstered pieces that provide
the perfect combination of comfort and unique design .To expand on Gary’s
belief that all products are necessary elements to create a
comfortable environment, he has also designed a collection of Tibetan
rugs.
To share his experiences over the
years, Gary opened Gibson STUFF design studio and lifestyle showroom.
The LA space showcases his custom furniture pieces and artwork, the artwork
of up and coming artists, as well as gifts, accessories and unique found
objects. Gary created the space as “the perfect opportunity for me to
expose the ‘man off the street’ to design typically reserved for my private
clientele.”
Gibson Studio has been featured
in Architectural Digest, Angeleno, Veranda, and Preservation Magazines.
His interiors have appeared in California Homes, Southern California
Home and Garden, Celebrity Bedroom Retreats, Comfort Colors, and Eclectic
Style. His artwork has appeared in Retro Modern and Living Rooms Magazine,
as well as featured in a variety of films and television productions.
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