John Barman has been injecting interiors with a dose of color-infused glamour since he opened his namesake firm more than two decades ago. The designer is also renowned for his ability to mix period décor and antiques with modern furnishings and traditional architecture, and to offset handsome, crisp lines with fascinating objects that add a bit of an edge.
Renowned designer for injecting contemporary glamour into traditional architecture takes a 21st century approach to interiors, seamlessly mixing period décor and antiques alongside modern furnishings, creating a look with an edge.
His career in interior design spans over 20 years with a concentration in a modern high-end residential projects. His NY city based design firm – John Barman Inc. – takes a very personal and individual approach to each project, with much of the inspiration coming from the client.
As stated in the front page of the New York Times, Barman is one of the “coveted” NYC decorators. The firm has been recognized for creating approachable, luxurious interior spaces that are clearly and clearly defined. A love and appreciation for architectural detail, and a considerable knowledge of 20th century design, furniture and art are manifested in his work.
Know for his clear-cut, sophisticated style, bold new ideas, and a strong point of view. He favors handsome, crisp lnes, the inrestrained use of strong, resonant color; new uses for traditional materials; and the sucessful marrieage of functionality and fine detailing.
Recognized as one of the innovative giants in this field, Barman has been continually honored as one of the “AD100” by Architectural Digest magazine, “The City’s Best 100 Architects and Decorators” by New York magazine and “Top 50 New York Desingers” by New York Spaces.