Terri Ricci is the interior designer behind her namesake firm. With over two decades experience, Terri brings a decisive, soulful, and sophisticated point of view to design and is known for her ability to source just-the-right piece for any project.

BRIEFING TERRI

Flat Vernacular: How would you describe your style?
Terri Ricci: Sophisticated approach with timeless style that is relaxed and comfortable for living.

FV: Where do you find everyday inspiration?
TR: All around me but my guilty pleasure would be social media or books on the weekend when I take free time!

FV: What’s currently inspiring you?
TR: Paint and plaster. The last few years we have been painting rooms all one-color including trim, windows, and doors and just varying the sheen but lately I have been exploring darker trim and lighter walls. I have this need to create more character in a space. It’s not about it just feeling more modern. I am looking to create some history or a mood.

I have this need to create more character in a space. It’s not just about it feeling more modern. I am looking to create some history or a mood.

FV: Which design trends are you most excited about now?
TR: Long lead times are back! We need to lead our clients to understand design is a process and we need to allow time to design it and create it!

FV: A design piece you’re currently coveting?
TR: Eny Lee Parker Twisted Side Table and Danish Modern Wing Chairs. I am really into higher back chairs lately!

FV: What’s a design item you can’t live without?
TR: Trays - especially ceramic ones. Or any way I can get them. I love organization.

FV: Best piece of design advice?
TR: Stay open minded. Mistakes can be a good thing and listen to your clients’ needs but develop with your own point of view. Often designers will listen and just do what a client says. Remember they hired you for your style and it’s our job to guide them to the best decisions.

FV: What’s your favorite piece from Flat Vernacular?
TR: Nimbo wallpaper was my favorite for awhile but I am currently loving Burma! Ferns are one of my favorite plants.

FV: Favorite Color?
TR: Tough one…I love all jewel tone colors but if I had to pick one it would be green!

FV: Favorite cocktail?
TR: Typically, a classic Gin & Tonic but since COVID, I am all about craft cocktails and ending with an Espresso Martini, “my dessert of choice.”

Follow Terri Ricci on Instagram to see her latest projects! View past projects and get in touch about working with her via her website.