Great news here at AGD.
The house in Tuscany is almost done and I’ve signed two new clients.
For one project, I’m helping my client redo his terrace.
The other project also includes working on a terrace and collaborating with my client to furnish her new apartment.
Both apartments are in Trastevere.
One thing I love about this type of work is that each project is unique. My other Rome project is understated glamour.
The apartment I’m working on in Trastevere is contemporary with a very streamlined palette, white, black, gray, and some pops of red. A few pieces came with the apartment and most of the additional furniture will be custom-made.
My client would like a home that is minimal, light, and yet cozy. Minimal decors can be cold so I’m all about texture and natural materials.
I have an inspiration board for the apartment on PInterest.
For the terrace project, we are going to redo the plants, buy new furniture, and make the space flow better. My client entertains often and it’s important that his guests feel comfortable.
My landscaper is amazing and I cannot wait to see how the terrace will look once the plants grow in a little.
I real enjoy working with my clients. I know this something not every decorator can say!
Arlene Gibbs Décor 
I love your evolution over the past few years. Im inspired and proud of you.
Thank you, Courtney!
Congrats!!!
Grazie mille, cara!
What an interesting career you have! When I was younger, I wanted to become an interior designer too. I would love to know how you started becoming one and hear more about your experience of working in Italy. Do you speak Italian very well? What are the challenges you meet while running your business in Rome?
Hello Vy.
I did two interviews that addressed the challenges of working in Italy as an American. This one is more about how I started working in Interior Design: http://lovelifeeat.com/2015/09/19/built-by-women-arlene-gibbs-interior-decorator-screenwriterproducer/
This one is a recent interview. Do you follow Tamu’s blog/Instagram? It seems like I did all the talking because she edited out her questions for time:
http://www.alltheprettybirds.com/tv/18-arlene-antoinette-gibbs-from-la-to-rome-in-style-and-grace/
I hope these answer your questions. Buon Weekend!
Thank you so much, Arlene! You are inspiring! 🙂
You’re welcome!