Colors

A fearlessly rich palette

A designer who grew up amid the arid sands of the U.S. Southwest was perhaps bound to fall headlong for more vibrant hues. The vividness of Venetian art and interiors has long had an outsize influence on Roger’s work.

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"No
timid
colors."
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Modern Venice, still inspiring.

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Colors of the Renaissance.

The richness of his choices early on could be somewhat startling in the hotel trade. “Hotel rooms are often painted in medium tones because they are the easiest to maintain,” he explained to Elle Decor in 2007. “Those are throwaway interiors.”

Brilliant red chandeliers became a signature flourish in his grand hotel designs.

rich colors
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Warm, welcoming, unforgettable.

“A key
harmonizing role
in the whole
ensemble of
effects."
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Mirroring the waters of Venice.

Walter Langley

Flourishes of Italy.

In design after design for wallcoverings, Roger has explored the interplay of innovative materials and colors. A recent design evokes the colors of the waters flowing by his Venice apartment.
“All
whites
aren't
created
equal."
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Striking patterns.

Walter Langley

Mid-century finish.

Colors are key parts of Roger’s recipe for surprise and delight. Chairs and tabletop accessories in traditional forms may take on unexpected vibrant coral and blue hues. But even white gets his attention. “It’s universally flattering,” he says. “I like a white that looks like it was lit by a candle.”