Name:David Anthony Chenault
Company: David Anthony Chenault
Position within company: Owner
Website: https://www.davidanthonychenault.com/
Tell us a little about your background in design:
I have always had an eye for the irreverent beauty of design since boyhood. With a degree in architecture and an emphasis on interior design, I have been designing for more than 30 years. I am honored to be given a place as one of the Washington DC area’s most elevated and aspirational designers of both public and private spaces.
How would you describe your personal design style?
I would describe my personal design style as a moth- I metamorphosis into different vibes and moods to create for my client. My inspiration always steps one foot in the dark. I am moody, and I am a vibe. I believe in jumping as far as I can outside the box while still keeping one foot planted firmly inside to remember what was inside. I also like my design style to carry an unexpected element, something aesthetically unconventional- ugly even, to spark conversation about the space, starting with the “why?”
Where does your design inspiration come from?
My design inspiration is a gut feeling that comes once I encounter a space. It is almost like seeing a vision of the future as a finished project, after which I work backward to fulfill that vision. I also derive inspiration from old dark and moody European spaces, homes, and architecture from a bygone era.
In what direction do you feel that design is moving towards in a general sense?
The current trend of clean and earthy is one that never left. It has transcended with a more youthful vibe as we strive to get closer to nature. There is also a trend towards vintage charm but with a modern edge. Mixing ultra modern with cottage charm is an unexpected vibe. Lastly, color is trending into mud and clay tones, inspired by decomposition- something we are very much into now.
