At Close Range: Brian Woulfe
By The Gloss
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RANGE ROVER
Behind the scenes with award-winning interior designer Brian Woulfe, known for his richly layered yet liveable interiors …
Your favourite virtue Integrity. It’s the foundation of every relationship, whether in business, friendship or life.
Your favourite qualities in a man Kindness, quiet confidence and a genuine curiosity about the world.
Your favourite qualities in a woman Strength, warmth and authenticity. The most interesting people are always unapologetically themselves.
Your chief characteristic Curiosity. I’ve always been fascinated by people, places and what makes a house feel like a home.
What you appreciate the most in your friends Loyalty, honesty and the ability to laugh together, especially when life doesn’t quite go to plan.
Your main fault I’m impatient. Once I can see the finished vision, I want to get there as quickly as possible.
Your favourite occupations Designing, travelling and playing polo. All three satisfy my love of craftsmanship, discovery and being outdoors.
Your idea of happiness Sharing good food and great conversation with the people I love, while Barney and Porter are never too far away.
Your idea of misery Living without creativity or curiosity. I couldn’t imagine a life where every day felt the same.
If not yourself, who would you be? David Attenborough. A life spent exploring the world, constantly learning and inspiring others to appreciate its beauty is hard to beat.
Your current state of mind Optimistic. It feels like an exciting time, both professionally and personally, and there’s plenty still to discover.
Your favourite colour and flower Green has always been my favourite colour because it feels timeless and grounding. As for flowers, I’d choose white hydrangeas for their effortless elegance.
Which talent would you most like to posess? I’d love to be able to sketch effortlessly. Being able to capture an idea with a few confident lines is a remarkable talent.
Country house, designed by Brian Woulfe, photographed by Ben Anders.
The principal aspect of your personality Determination. Once I believe in something, I give it everything I’ve got.
Your idea of good taste Good taste isn’t about following trends. It’s about creating something authentic, beautifully crafted and completely personal.
The quality I look for in my surroundings Calm. I love spaces that feel understated, tactile and full of character rather than trying too hard.
The country where I should like to live Weirdly, Los Angeles. I love London’s history and Ireland will always feel like home, but LA has an infectious optimism and creativity that I find incredibly appealing.
I look to the road ahead with … Curiosity and optimism. The best journeys, the best projects and the best conversations always lie just beyond the next corner.
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