What inspires Million Dollar Decorators’ Nathan Turner?

After setting up shop in Los Angeles, Nathan Turner merged his greatest passions -- design, travel and food -- into a design haven for the country's leading interior designers. (He even fashioned a full kitchen in his store so that he could host intimate dinners and parties on site -- sounds like a little slice of heaven.)  His parties, products and designs have been featured in national and regional publications.

SheKnows: What inspires your design process?

Nathan Turner: I am inspired by travel -- I love to explore new places. When I do, I almost always come back inspired by something I saw.

SheKnows: How would you describe your personal design style?

Nathan Turner: I personally like an "undecorated" collected look, comfortable but stylish.

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SheKnows: Which of your celebrity clients' design styles matches your own personal style the most?

Nathan Turner: Amanda Peet and I have very similar tastes.

SheKnows: For those of us working with more modest budgets, what design elements are worth splurging on?

Nathan Turner: An antique that you truly love is a great splurge -- it will be with you for the rest of your life.

SheKnows: What elements do you think we can save on?

Nathan Turner:  Fabrics. You can splurge on a beautiful pattern for pillows and use a less expensive solid for the large furniture.

SheKnows: What design trends do you wish would go away?

Nathan Turner: Hollywood Regency.

SheKnows: What new design trends can we expect to see come out on Million Dollar Decorators?

Nathan Turner: I'm not sure about trends, but you will definitely see what it takes to put these types of rooms together.

SheKnows: Which castmate's portfolio do you admire the most?

Nathan Turner: I know it's annoying but I truly like all of them. I think Kathryn [Ireland] and I are the most similar.

SheKnows: Can we expect to see some competition among the designers?

Nathan Turner: We may compete for a job or be interviewed by the same client, but that's about the extent of our competition.

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