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There is a strong need for richness

An interview with Jason Miller, interior designer from New York City

By Oliver Spies

Do you think that European and American designs differ in their color schemes?

Certainly. From my point of view, European designers are conservative in their color schemes. In New York City there are department stores that carry European design only. Almost everything they have, is gray or white or black. To me, this seems somewhat conservative. But I believe, that‘s what customers appreciate in European design. American designers are much more open to new colors. Furniture and other design articles are allowed to be colorful. I think, we Americans are substantially more innovative and courageous.

Do you think this also applies to the choice of color, when buying a new car?

Yes, I do! It‘s only that the majority of people seem to drive around in black and silver cars. I think, this is due to the fact that most people don‘t like to be noticed. In addition, they want their car to look as high-class as possible. If someone spends a lot of money on his car, he won‘t like it to look cheap.

Is this changing?

Yes, definitely.

How?

That‘s hard to say. Actually there are more orange vehicles around lately. I believe the courage to show color will increase in time.

What is currently your favorite color?

I am very interested in glazed colors. Presently I work with dark blue, as a toned, transparent finish lacquer. In particular I find new technical solutions and feasibilities interesting. Perhaps the newness of a color‘s appearance is even more important than the color itself.

Source: Color Evolution Guide

This interview has been taken from the Color Evolution Guide, which is part of the Color Trend Vision project. It provides detailed background information for 31 selected colors based on their current and future trend position. With the help of photographs, taken around the world, the book guides you through the emotions, origin and affinity of the colors.