Reichen Lehmkuhl First Plastic Paper Inverview

 

If you take the time to Google Mr. Lehmkuhl, you are sure to find something about his relationship with former N'Sync star Lance Bass, but you will also find hundreds of photographs - ranging from red carpet events to more risqué poses. In my search, I found anything from fully clothed tux to barely nothing holding a water hose. So, as I mentioned to Mr. Lehmkuhl, in my work as an intern with Annette Joesph and as a freelance visual merchandiser and stylist, we use lots of props. The same concept is used in modeling and fashion shoots as well, so what is the craziest prop you have ever used?

 

In continuation, your job as an actor and model requires a lot of what I call the 'job of pretty' or making things look good. Shortly tell me what the style of your home is?

"My home is a mixture of modern/clean lines and comfort. It can look nice, but has to be comfy."

 

What is your favorite room in your home?

"Favorite room in my home is my office. I have a really comfortable sleek looking chair and a stainless steel desk. It's all thrown off by the fluffy gray cat bed that sits next to my computer--for Hans."

Do you subscribe to magazines? If So, which is your favorite?

 

 "It's my favorite for the smarter articles." 

You must work out a lot and eat right. If I opened your fridge right now, what would I find?

 "Two bowls ready with freshly made sugar-free jello for when I feel like snacking. Soy milk. Eggs. Lunch meat. Too much diet coke (cherry), Many different kinds of juices. Every kind of veggie and lots of chicken breasts to make salads and good dinners."

Sounds healthy. Valentines Day is next Monday. What would you say a "perfect" Valentines Day present would be?

"...a two hour foot-squeeze massage."

Be sure to Google Reichen and learn more about him. I'd like to thank him for taking the time to answer these short, but intriguing questions and for being the first person to be interviewed for plastic paper. I asked Mr. Lehmkuhl if he had any last comments for the blog and this is what he had to say:

"Remember that Don't Ask Don't Tell is still in effect. The President signed the appeal order, but it has not been repealed and there is no time line set up to get rid of it. BE VIGILANT...WATCH THESE PEOPLE who are supposed to be ending this horrible, inhumane, bigoted policy."

 I hope that you enjoyed my first interview as much as I did, more to come!

- Brent

Yes, Maybe, No...

yay v. nay

so, some may take offense, but there are a lot of things that we do when we are decorating our homes that just don't work...here are three of my 'pet peeves' when it comes to decor...now, don't get your panties in a wad if you have done one of the don'ts-we all have. I have, & I'm assured to continue doing things that will end up on the don't list...but at the end of the day, isn't that how we learn? 

1. Never buy trendy. especially if its a major piece, like this faddy red sofa shown here ( DONT #1), instead, go with more simple, classic furniture pieces, and avoid anything branded (especially when it comes to children's spaces : barbie bed spread?). If you want a more modern, trendy look, opt for fun, colorful throw pillows (DO #2). Throw pillows and blankets are less expensive and easier to replace as opposed to larger pieces like a sofa. 

2. Artificial Plants Collect Dust and they are not that attractive. ( DONT #2)..I will give credit to some producers who make very realistic looking foliage and flowers, but at the end of the day, they are not real. Plastic plants collect dust very easily and are a pain to clean (and this shows). Instead, always choose fresh flowers...after all, if you are going to have flowers, shouldn't they be real? (DO #3) Another option is dried flowers, thought they still collect dust, I've seen very pretty (and expensive) dried displays..

3. Avoid Metal Wall Art. Most walls that are in need of artwork are longing for something far more dense than a creative twisting of metal. I've can't say that I haven't seen metal pieces that weren't attractive, but when it boils down to it they just don't work. One way that you can make one look good; however, is to frame it. So, if you have a special piece that you like, take a canvas or frame and frame it. You can put 1/4" plywood in the frame and then attach the piece (paint the wood or upholster it with fabric)...Or, if you need inexpensive artwork, visit your local fabric store and frame a piece of pretty fabric (DO #3). You can do this by upholstering a canvas or upholstering cardboard and then putting it in a pretty frame. 

Enjoy.

all photographs are used for the sole purpose of imagery, if i've used something that's yours and you'd like it removed, please let me know...thank you. 

My Bedroom...I call it pretty-affordable :)

My bedroom in Athens...I just learned from Annette that I should never leave lights on for photo shoots....I'm getting there. This picture was already taken, so forgive me :)

my bedroom, athens, ga

the finished room...well, is any room ever finished? I built this bed from scratch - see other pictures below. The entire room is comprised of very inexpensive finds and great bargains. I found this white duvet cover and pillow shams at Ikea in the 'as is' section for only $10, an almost 90% discount! The throw is from there as well, I paid $0.99 for it! I just realized that to the prints are also from the 'scratch and dent' section of Ikea, and I believe I paid $0.99 for them as well - their plastic cover was broken, but the prints were fine. The sticks were $10 and the lighting above the bed print was also a buck from Ikea. 

leg in production. complicated. 

The best was the most expensive and most time consuming task. I think it ended up costing about $120 - including wood, paint, stain, and fasteners. This picture shows the ingenious design of the leg...the finished leg below:

finished leg

I took a orbital sander and sanded the edges to give it a bit more personality. And, who said you can't mix brown with black? We may as well throw that little rule out the window, because I'm not following it anymore...at least not for interiors. :)


The two Euros on the bed were actually one of the more expensive accessories...they are discontinued throw pillow (shams) from Dino Marc Anthony (California) one of my favorite sofa designers. They are from a sample sale in High Point, NC...I think I got the shams, muslin covers (underneath shams) and the down inserts for around $40 a piece- which was a great deal considering where they came from! 

desk

I'm always interested in hearing about people's projects done on a budget...I've since added a parsons desk and flat screen to my room. I found the desk at Wal-Mart of all places for $30, just like the one above.