Interior Designer Interview: GERRIE BREMERMANN

The fabulous New Orleans-based designer who is Gerrie Bremermann, whose work is consistently superior and inspiring joins us today for an inspired life.

Not only does she lead an inspired life, for decades G e r r i e   B r e m e r m a n n has inspired countless others.

See how happy I felt hearing from GB?

Shhhhhhhhh! The designer’s own living room…

via theeasylifeneworleans.

Let’s peek at some of her gorgeous interior design

and pick her gorgeous brain a bit, shall we?

Of course I asked her about honoring creativity.

It’s too important an issue.

GB:

“God created man. We must be creative.”

Me:

I see a connection between

creativity and the divine too.

Enchanting and such atmosphere.

She loves chairs.

And pretty billowy panels.

Lots of traditional French antiques.

And contemporary art.

With her touch and keen eye,

a synthesis of lovely

magically blooms.

My inquiry about finding lovely

in the everyday evoked a simple reply.

GB:

“Think only good thoughts.”

Me:

Brings to mind what someone else said:

If you want to be unhappy

think about yourself…if you want to be

happy, think about others.

This is the photo.

The photo which practically made me weep

and the one where I discovered GB and Louisiana artist George Marks.

Anyone else remember this in Traditional Home?

Still giddy seeing this bedroom today.

The painting by George Marks

fills up my senses

and creates a tranquil dream space.

Watery aquas…umber… and all that subtlety GB captures.

What comes to the designer’s mind

when she hears “beauty in imperfection?”

GB:

“Nothing is perfect.”

Me:

Hmmmmm…

except the scent of a newborn,

the air just before it rains,

the sound of churchbells,

or the words “I’m sorry…”

So quietly romantic.

How important is humor
to your life and to your work?

GB:

“Laughing is better than crying.”

Me:
Yep. It’s important.


So classic and warm and live-able.

At the moment, what three things inspire you?

GB:

“My staff,
my clients,
and
my work.”

Me:

What a lovely trio.


Shall we all release a collective sigh?
Ahhhhhhhhh.

So grateful to
Gerrie Bremermann
for graciously sharing
her thoughts here.

For decades she has delivered
timeless and personal interiors
which elevate the everyday of her clients.

Brilliant space with a painting by Amanda Talley.

You inspire us,
Gerrie Bremermann.

While in NOLA, visit her lovely shop
Bremermann Designs
on Magazine Street.

Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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7 Comments

  1. June 13, 2011 / 3:32 am

    What a great interview Michele!
    I love her work. So light and classic and liveable….which is so important to me!
    So many interiors are stuffy or fussy. She has just the right mix of new and old. Very talented lady!
    xx
    A

  2. June 13, 2011 / 1:07 pm

    Michele,

    This is a beautiful and truly inspiring post. I loved seeing your smile, your happiness.

    You look divine.

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

    PS: I'm still eating the bagels! 🙂

  3. June 13, 2011 / 5:42 pm

    I've had the wonderful pleasure of meeting Gerrie several times in person when down in NOLA on business. Love her and her work, she's truly a nice lady. Wonderful post and sorry I'm ot on Mac.

  4. June 14, 2011 / 8:41 am

    Hi sweet pea,

    Short answers, but sweet! And I rather like your counter-answers in this post, Michele!!

    You're amazing the way you've found all these lovely people to interview.

    I've been thinking of you LOTS, by the way, over this past week. How is everything over there? Especially with you son.

    Big hugs to you,
    Sarahx

  5. June 14, 2011 / 10:23 am

    @AO
    how lucky you get to rub elbows with folks like GB in NOLA! i want to visit someday soon as i've never been. cannot wait.

  6. June 15, 2011 / 5:57 am

    Super Cute blog!! 🙂 I am your newest follower! I will definitely be keeping an eye on your blog to learn new things!! If you would like to take a look at my blog that would be wonderful and follow me back! For-The-Luv-Of.blogspot.com Look out for some giveaways also like mineral make-up. I am new to this but excited to share ideas on yummy food!
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  7. June 15, 2011 / 1:47 pm

    You are a star, getting all interviewing these inspiring people. The photo with the watery aqua painting is divine! Loving Gerrie's work – timelessly romantic.

    Meera xx

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