Interior Designer - Los Angeles, CA
5.0
PASSION, DISTINCTION AND ARTISTRY ARE TRADEMARKS OF AN ELVIS RESTAINO DESIGN- MAKING HIM ONE OF THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER DESIGNERS ON BOTH COASTS. Elvisto "Elvis" Restaino has been a designer for over 15 years. Jimmy Kimmel gave him his start in the Art Department on "The Man Show". He quickly developed a reputation for unique and provocative environments in the film and television industry. He studied the theory of lighting from the most prestigious Cinematographers in the entertainment business and incorporated that knowledge into all of his production designs. He then took his theatrical sensibilities and applied them to the commercial and residential design world. He was fortunate enough to meet actor Gerard Butler when he was in need of an Architectural Designer for his loft in New York City. Gerard loved Elvis' passionate theatrical style and was hired. That project was featured on the cover of Architectural Digest. Elvis' approach to space and composition are alluring and intoxicating. This approach always reflects the personal essence of all his clients. He oversees the entire project from manufacturing to construction. This passion all started when he was 7 years old after his first ride on Disney's, "The Pirates of the Caribbean". He asked his Italian American Momma, who happened to be a costume seamstress on Broadway, "Who designed that ride?" She said, "They are Production Designers". Elvis replied, "Then that is what I want to be!" He has been recycling the past and designing alternative worlds ever since. About the artist: He loves his dark roasted coffee beans freshly ground and percolated in the morning. His love for cooking, fabulous wine, conversation with his family and loved ones are a must in his life. He prefers a snowstorm to a sunny day. Elvis is a tough man to miss in a crowd of people. His fashion style is distinctive, he is never seen without his triple Windsor knotted cravat that accents his piercing blue eyes. Every morning he walks his dogs, makes his bed and is thankful for the freedom to create. ...so his circle widens. http://advice.porch.com/interior-design-trick/ http://www.architecturaldigest.com/celebrity-homes/2010/gerard-butler-new-york-city-home-article
Edward B.
Phenomenal! Elvis was able to translate his grand style into my small Upper West Side apartment, transforming the bland space into something that wows everyone who walks through the door. Every detail was thought of, every inch maximized, so it doesn't just look amazing but is highly functional as well. Definitely recommend Elvis and will definitely use his service again.
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Los Angeles, CA 90068
Photo | Project | Date | Description | Cost | Home |
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Mrs. Fish | Mar 2014 | I designed Mrs Fish is in the basement of the famous Pershing Square building in downtown Los Angeles for the owner of the building Jeffrey Fish. The center piece is a 55,000 pound fish tank chandelier looming between the structural supports. There is a Neo-dada post apocalyptic backdrop accented by a pop art edgy glam foreground. I custom made concrete tiles in the bathroom to resemble the plastic 45 record turntable inserts. It features live pop up music, a fabulous menu and exotic drinks. A Fabulous Intoxicating Subterranean Hideaway called Mrs FISH. | Los Angeles, CA | ||
Del Mar Residence | Jan 2014 | Renovation, architectural and interior design. | Del Mar, CA | ||
SoHo Carriage House | Jan 2014 | Renovation, architectural design, lighting design, interior design. | New York, NY | ||
Time Warner Building | Dec 2013 | Architectural design, lighting design. | New York, NY | ||
Gerard Butler's New York Loft | Jan 2010 | Entire renovation of 3,300 sq. ft. loft. | New York, NY |