Interview With The Designer: Philip Mitchell Design Inc.

There are so many talented designers that I absolutely love, but none have captured my exact tastes like Philip Mitchell. Like a lot of other design friends, I first discovered Philip on Instagram and was immediately smitten. His combinations of neutrals and color, modern and classic styles, formal and casual…it’s just perfect. It was nearly impossible to narrow down my favorite photos, so be sure to hop on over to Philip’s website to see all his talent!

When and why did you become a designer?

Ever since I can remember, I have been drawing and expressing myself creatively from a young age. I have been blessed with the ability to conceptualize and visualize space and what can be done with it and inherited a great sense of confidence and style from my mother. Simply put, I can’t imagine not being a designer or not being able to continue to do so for the rest of my life.

What has been your greatest challenge as a designer?

Educating clients on the value that a great designer or design team brings to a project.

How would you characterize your style?

Classic, timeless, comfortable, and personal.

Does your personal home fit your design style?

Completely. My husband and I have two residences allowing us the flexibility to express a variety of design ideas and develop our own personal design style further.

What was the focus of your first paid design project?

The same focus for my current collection of projects: to collaborate with my clients to develop their own personal styles to the next level while providing appropriate, individual and comfortable homes for them.

Where do you find your inspiration?

From a number of different sources that range from history, travel, experiences, my husband Mark, my staff, my mother, and clients. You can find inspiration in almost anything.

What is the best advice you’ve ever received?

Have a confident, definite, clear opinion and never be afraid to express it in a professional manner.

Who have been your greatest professional influences?

My husband, Mark, and my mother.

What is your favorite design era?

Now, without a doubt. I love that we are able to draw upon so many previous eras, historical styles and influences and apply them to design today. There seems to be a current freshness and freedom in design that is very inspirational to me at the moment.

What’s at the top of your bucket list?

Travel to as many new destinations as possible. My father once said to travel to as many places as possible at every opportunity you can while you’re young and in good health.

What is your favorite rule to break?

Design rules exist for a reason. Once they are truly understood, you can then bend or break them (obviously with the help of a professional).

What do you have coming up next?

My office is very privileged to have a number of exciting projects starting up in a number of different locations throughout North America and the Caribbean for some really amazing clients!