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lthough he’s one of the interior design industry’s hottest new talents, Ryan Korban seems to be having an identity crisis. This 28-year old self-taught designer doesn’t identify with interior designers as the title is typically defined. He doesn’t like to be called “tastemaker,” either. Perhaps because he didn’t arrive by the typical path; he just knows he has a passion for creating beautiful spaces. “For me, it’s more about style and taste than design specifically. I’ll see something glamorous, and I’ll think, ‘how can I turn this into a room?’ It almost feels like the interior design is secondary.” Korban’s is co-owner of the New York boutique Edon Manor. This interior was his first ever endeavor, and the one that got him noticed. He’s since worked with Alexander Wang (who is a personal friend), luxury brands like Balenciaga, and done celebrity homes. Korban tells us in his own words about his aesthetic, his dreams, and why he wants to redefine the “decorator” title.
Interview by Saundra Marcel
Portrait by Matthew Williams
Interior photo by ditte isager