Chloe Fineman’s lifelong passion for interior design began in her California childhood, influenced by decorator Steven Shubel’s French style. “I spent a lot of time with him as a child,” Fineman recalls, fondly remembering her family’s antiquing adventures. This love for beauty is evident in her approach to her personal aesthetic.
During a conversation with Jeremiah Brent on the “Ideas of Order” podcast, Fineman discussed how her dual coastal life shapes her creativity. Embracing her Bay Area roots and experiences in both New York and California, Fineman designs her spaces to feel like movie sets—a nod to her acting career. The discussion is featured on the SURROUND Podcast Network and highlights her unique design style.
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Chloe Fineman Home Design: A Natural Pairing with Cinema
Fineman’s artistic upbringing in a family of painters fueled her creativity, from playing in gardens to summer art camps. She humorously likens her family to Wes Anderson’s eccentric Tenenbaums. Her home is styled with this cinematic flair—an influence visible in her artistry and design choices. She fondly recalls her Silver Lake apartment being compared to an HBO comedy set, showcasing elements of her distinctive home design.
City Life and Chloe Fineman Home Design with Californian Ease
Fineman’s design ethos is bicoastal. New York City, with its daring spirit, exudes magnetism for her. “Living in New York is living on a dare,” she comments, recalling Colman Domingo’s apt description. Yet, California’s tranquility continues to influence her soul and style, blending fanciful with relaxed, creating a chic aesthetic. The essence of her design approach lies in this balance of bold city life and Californian tranquility.
Join Fineman and Brent’s full conversation, touching on their shared appreciation for set design and insights into the actress’s creative process on the “Ideas of Order” podcast.
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The “Ideas of Order” podcast, part of the California Closets series, is produced by Rob Schulte at SANDOW DESIGN GROUP and hosted on the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more about her design vision at surroundpodcasts.com.
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Frequently asked questions
What influenced Chloe Fineman’s passion for interior design?
Chloe Fineman’s passion for interior design was influenced by her childhood in California and decorator Steven Shubel’s French style. She spent a lot of time with him as a child and recalls family antiquing adventures.
How does Chloe Fineman describe her design style?
Fineman describes her design style as feeling like movie sets, which is a nod to her acting career. She blends bold city life influences with Californian tranquility to create a chic aesthetic.
How does Fineman’s upbringing affect her design choices?
Fineman’s artistic upbringing in a family of painters fueled her creativity. She humorously likens her family to Wes Anderson’s eccentric Tenenbaums, styling her home with a cinematic flair.