Q & A: Roman Raygoza Design Studio

Roman Raygoza is primed to revolutionize the design world with his unique upholstery creations, trimmings, and accessories. Upon walking into Roman Raygoza Design Studio on Fairfax, I was instantly convinced...that I loved what I saw. The studio is reminiscent of a posh yet unpretentious friend's home, except for the floor-to-ceiling custom made shelves, lined with Roman's beautiful pillows. I suppose an accent wall could be made of pillows. Your imagination will wander too and this is what Roman loves about working with his clients---the opportunity to go where no designer has gone before...

PLLA: Where are you from?
RR: I was born in Guadalajara, Mexico. My grandmother, who made the most beautiful pieces of jewelry, inspired me to become a designer.

PLLA: Were you an apprentice?
RR: I began working at an early age in my family's furniture manufacturing company. I learned to make furniture before I went to school.

PLLA: What was your most challenging job to date?
RR: I custom made a 16' long sectional sofa for one of my clients in Long Beach. We brought it up through the 4th floor window with a crane because the stairs were so narrow.

PLLA: What trends or techniques have you started?
RR: I have created a new technique of making antique mirrors look more interesting by adding patterns to the mirror.

PLLA: What is the best fabric?
RR: Blended fabrics, like polyester/cotton and polyester/ linen.

PLLA: In addition to your showroom, where can we see your work next?
RR: Everybody can see it at The Pasadena Showcase House of Design 2009. This year I sponsored 4 different designers with furniture, wall upholstery, and accessories.

PLLA: Where have we seen your work already?
RR: The Pasadena Showcase House of Design, designer trade catalog www.designertrade.net, and p. 18 of Lucky magazine's February issue.

Thank you, Roman, and a Happy Mother's Day to your grandmother.

Roman Raygoza Design Studio

1080 S. Fairfax Ave.

Los Angeles, CA 90019

323-933-3921

info@romanraygoza.com