We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Javier Burkle a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Javier, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?

We love working on nurseries! I love helping clients on their journey through different phases of life. In this project, I have known this family for a long time–I went to their wedding and was thrilled to create the rooms for their first two children, a boy and a girl. I love creating a space that can change and grow with small adaptions and changes, such as removing the crib and replacing it with a larger bed, but keeping the rest of the room the same. By creating a space designed for the child to grow, they can enjoy their room for years to come!

Javier, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

Originally from Mexico City, Javier Burkle is well-known for his design talent, personal style, and creative vision. Javier is inspired by balance and beauty, and his gift for uniting the old with the new results in warm, chic spaces that exude sophistication and timeless elegance. His interiors are beloved for their unmistakable sense of understated luxury, varied collections, and layered patterns that culminate in a curated, eclectic aesthetic.

Javier worked closely with Ralph Lauren and other nationally recognized brands before founding Burkle Creative in 2015. His team’s bespoke designs can be found in both residential and commercial projects throughout the United States and Mexico, including fashion boot brand Miron Crosby’s Dallas and Aspen boutique showrooms as well as Douglas, a newly-opened restaurant in the heart of Dallas.

Javier was a featured designer at the 2021 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas, and he is the recipient of numerous accolades and awards. He has been named a “Best Designer” by D Home magazine and included on People Newspaper’s prestigious “20 Under 40” list—evidence of his innate good taste, noteworthy designs, and influencing presence within the community. Javier’s work can also be found throughout numerous publications, including House Beautiful, Elle Decor, HGTV magazine, PaperCity, D Home, and Veranda.com, and his charitable community contributions, such as Dwell with Dignity, are an integral aspect of his firm.

Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?

When I committed to participating in the Kips Bay Show House Dallas in 2021, we knew we were undertaking a challenge and new kind of risk–as a firm as for me personally as a designer. The biggest risks often turn into the biggest rewards, however, and this was the case for us at Kips–it was truly a defining moment for my team and for me in every way! We adored working with such an amazing organization like Kips Bay, and the friendships we made during the whole process, from suppliers to other featured designers, is irreplaceable. I’m still so incredibly grateful for the networking opportunities we had, the chance to expand our business reach as a firm and as a brand, and for the partnerships we were honored to take advantage of every step of the way. Resilience and risk go hand in hand–they are worth every bit that you put into it!

Any advice for growing your clientele? What’s been most effective for you?

A large part of our business is based on a word-of-mouth reputation and recommendations–which we love! When friends tell friends, you can largely count on a successful client-designer match and we are honored when clients become friends and they pass along our work to their own friends. The result is a tight-knit community and network! We also love partnering with local and national publications on projects, as well as social media sponsorships. Additionally, we really prioritize charitable events and getting involved in our community with industry events, such as Dwell with Dignity and Kips Bay.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://burklecreative.com
• Instagram: @javier.burklecreative.com

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