Since the Presidential election was decided this weekend by the state of Pennsylvania (also my hometown); I thought it was fitting to share my interview I did a few months ago with Philadelphia based interior designer Nile Johnson. We discuss what has his experience been like as a Black interior designer in the industry, and we also dug into what trends Nile loves right now (and it’s more difficult than you think, since Nile LOVES everything).
Nile Johnson Interior Design is a boutique design firm that specializes in comfortable, curated, and elevated spaces. From residential to commercial, and celebrity to CEO, our approach to every project is rooted in approachable luxury, and tailored to fit our clients needs.
House Beautiful Advisory Board Member & African-American top 20 Interior Designer; Nile Johnson was born and raised in Baltimore, MD, and is the multi-award-winning Interior Design Principal of Nile Johnson Interior Design. His work has been featured on HGTV as well as in national and local publications. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree, in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Philadelphia, and a Master of Science degree in Interior Architecture, from Chatham University.
Nile currently resides in Kennett Square, a western suburb of Philadelphia. He is an adjunct faculty member in the Interior Design department at a local college, a supporter for underprivileged youth, and a member of the Black Artists + Designers Guild, and the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
***This mood board was designed with the Morpholio Board App
For this week’s mood board, I asked Nile about 5 Design trends from House Beautiful for 2020, and we played LOVE IT or HATE IT and Why?
Nile loves window treatments that let’s the light in- Euro pleat drapes
Layered bedding is a must for Nile- St. Frank Bedding Textiles
Mosaic tile like this would work for a Nile Johnson Interior- Dean with Vintage Patina Stone Mosaic Floor and Wall Tile
Nile loves playing with texture and neutral tones in his spaces- Brown Shell Necklace on Stand
Nile likes a good saffron hue mixed into a space- Clementine Occasional Chair in Various Colors
Nile was featured in this issue of House Beautiful as an Advisory Board Member- The HB Advisory Board Members
An image of Nile Johnson’s work- Portfolio
Neutral tone abstract art is a must for Nile’s interiors- GEOMETRIC LINE BY TEAGUE COLLECTION