Conversation, rare: Rachel Horn
Interior Designer Rachel Horn has brought her design feast to Los Angeles with the opening of her new showroom and design studio. Horn believes that every object has beauty, soul, and place – her job is to find it. Her work is imbued with a spiritual and warm-blooded understanding of luxury and romance that the words “Spanish Gold” bring to mind. Her interiors are complex, elegant, and above all, comfortable. Horn uses the term instant roots to describe the feeling of depth and history that is a hallmark of a Rachel Horn home. Her intimate showroom and interior design studio is now open and sells a stunning line of hand crafted home décor, antiques, gifts, and accessories. The common thread is that all are hand made by artisans using traditional materials and techniques. I sat down with Rachel to find out how her deep roots have translated to the world of design, and entertaining guests with a beautiful meal.
Where are you from?
San Miguel de Allende Mexico- the most gorgeous colonial town in Mexico. Old World with great food.
Favorite thing to prepare in the kitchen?
Actually I’m just learning to cook and loving it- Risotto is so far my favorite thing to make…stir and stir its relaxing to make and so yummy.
Favorite thing to eat?
Spicy, sweet black Mole and amazing chocolate for desert
If you had a dinner party who would be 5 people you would want at the table? Can be anyone..
Hmm- Only five?? Benjamin Franklin, My father, Jackie O, Madonna and Ralph Lauren
What are some of your design tips on how to dress a beautiful dinner table for the summer?
Fresh flowers, seasonal veggies and your favorite little pieces from around your house and garden- Also, candles are always a great touch
What are some entertaining tips that you have brought to LA that is very common in San Miguel?
Include all ages and serve amazing sipping tequila
Favorite place in your house that everyone gathers?
Kitchen like everyone else and garden
Where have you traveled that you have found to be the best destination for food?
This is a tough question- there is so much amazing food nearly everywhere though I think I still have to say Paris
Upcoming projects you’d like to tell us about?
So many fun things going on- I’m working on an amazing Hacienda on the Pacific Coast with a gorgeous rustic style kitchen- I’m so excited about this place! Its history is so deeply rooted in the old world and the clients are so vivacious and fun- Can’t wait to install next year. Also on a beautiful book project, A retail store concept and an Airstream redo!!
