Alex Papachristidis | Rainbow of elegance

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His strong personality, enviable education on art and antiques, the fruits of his travels around the world and especially in old Europe and his passion for colors and details make Alex Papachristidis an icon in high decoration today.

His apartment in New York is a showcase for his tastes, his moods and his own emotions. In sum, it is a work of art in every way.

His exquisite collection of paintings, sculptures and all kinds of items purchased around the world, his strong and daring choice of colors that comprise a rainbow of elegance and his skill in organizing and managing the space create a small world of fantasy and comfort.

Although the designer loves each room in his apartment, he is particularly comfortable in his warm and cozy living room where he and his partner spend most of their time. ”The living room is the room where we live, where we entertain. It has more fabrics and textiles than any other room and more art work and objects that I adore”.

The whole of his splendid art collection is perhaps Papachristidis’ most precious asset, but an early nineteenth century Qajar Era sculpture depicting a deer, made from steel and inlaid with gold and silver on its back, is a favorite treasure for this interior decorator.

"Not only does it remind me of the incredibly rich and opulent history and culture of the Persians, but it has a timeless quality that works in any interior".

It is an extremely personal possession that awakens a pleasant sense of seclusion and warmth, and encourages spending hours on the sofa immersed in talks, books and stories from distant and glorious times.

Text by G. Costa

Photo Credits by Roger Davies