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Ryan Korban

Interior Designer and Co-owner of Edon Manor. New York

At 26 years old, Ryan Korban has managed to reign king of downtown NYC's interior design space. He's spearheaded numerous covetable commercial and residential projects, mixing his use of old-world ideals, most notably his innate sense of lost romance. His extensive work with Alexander Wang (he recently just completed Wang's new shop on Mercer Street in NYC) has been well documented globally, and his celebrity clientele reads like a list of NYC's finest it kids: Jessica Stam, James Franco, Vanessa Traina, and Natasha Poly. His approach and mantra is simple: he toys with the idea that our living space can be exact and polished - while still comfortable and supremely livable. With a spectacular captivating eye, Korban is one of the most meticulous self-made and untrained stylists today, ensuring that the spaces he defines are both attractive and inspirational. His technique is to incorporate something unbelievably ornate, rich, or brazen and strip these unique pieces of all its aforementioned connotations. The result is something that has come to define the Ryan Korban style.

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The close pair of boots are by Dior Homme and the next two are by Balenciaga. I got the Dior Homme boots in the middle of nowhere one year while I was in London. As you can see I wear m... L to R. Shoes, Dior Homme, Balenciaga, Balenciaga
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>The close pair of boots are by Dior Homme and the next two are by Balenciaga. I got the Dior Homme boots in the middle of nowhere one year while I was in London. As you can see I wear my boots quite often. I’m over my shoes looking so dirty and worn these days. I’ve started go to the shoe repair three times a week to keep things looking less dishevelled. I think the funniest part of my shoes is that it’s very obvious which ones get worn in the bar and which ones are worn to work. I call them my bar boots.  My albino peacock was a Christmas gift two years ago form my Dad.</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>L to R. Shoes, Dior Homme, Balenciaga, Balenciaga</span>
Shoes, Dior Homme
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'></span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Shoes, Dior Homme</span>
My baby Zebra was a long time in the making. The process actually took about six months. Classic taxidermy in Europe is a much different process than here in the U.S. For one thing you ... Scarf, Tse
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>My baby Zebra was a long time in the making. The process actually took about six months. Classic taxidermy in Europe is a much different process than here in the U.S. For one thing you have to wait for the animals to pass away in zoos- its illegal to kill anything of that kind. Then I worked with a taxidermist to create a pose for the mannequin before the skin was wrapped and dried.  He’s the ultimate in exotic.  My life really revolves around the home and furniture. Home accessories are my weakness. I could live without out clothes, but not furniture. The console is a back laquer piece with brass detailing. It is French 1930s and it’s one my favorite pieces. The scarf is from TSE - one of my favorite stores. It’s simple, easy to wear, great quality and has very little fuss or attachment to the brand.</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Scarf, Tse</span>
Shoes, Undercover
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'></span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Shoes, Undercover</span>
These boots are by Balenciaga. I’ve been wearing them since I was 19. I love the color. It’s hard to find colors other than black that I like, so these are certainly a treasure. I... Shoes, Balenciaga
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>These boots are by Balenciaga. I’ve been wearing them since I was 19.  I love the color. It’s hard to find colors other than black that I like, so these are certainly a treasure.  I like the color of the laces as well, as I have worked hard to keep them together over the years. The crane is an African one. He was a birthday present from my best friend and remains one of the best gifts I have ever gotten.</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Shoes, Balenciaga</span>
6 I like good cut and great material…that’s really what it boils down too. I use this weekender all the time. It’s the perfect size for 2 days. It’s been everywhere. The paintin... Weekend Bag, Mulberry
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>6	I like good cut and great material…that’s really what it boils down too. I use this weekender all the time. It’s the perfect size for 2 days. It’s been everywhere. The painting was a gift from my mother when I graduated college - it was my first really great piece of art. I love fur especially in the home. I think its sexy and it turns me on. Who wouldn’t want to have sex on it and who doesn’t like being turned on? I say no one. So, it belongs in every room and on every surface…if you catch my drift ;) 
Weekend Bag, Mulberry
</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Weekend Bag, Mulberry</span>
I love the proportion of this piece. It’s so compact…I’m really into it. It definitely doesn’t fall into the bar wear category. It’s what I use when I have to be “business... Briefcase, Prada
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>I love the proportion of this piece. It’s so compact…I’m really into it.  It definitely doesn’t fall into the bar wear category. It’s what I use when I have to be  “business Ryan”. Scary, right?  I came to a point where I realized that pulling crumpled papers out of a slouchy bag wasn’t going to cut it anymore. When I have my brief case the whole week it means it was a good one, filled with contracts. </span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Briefcase, Prada</span>
Yes, I love Balenciaga. Fit, proportion, quality, material…it’s an A+ with me. I love how you can see the fit without a body in it. That is always an instant good sign to me. I als... Coat, Balenciaga
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>Yes, I love Balenciaga.  Fit, proportion, quality, material…it’s an A+ with me. I love how you can see the fit without a body in it. That is always an instant good sign to me. I also love the sales team there. Both corporate and retail, they are great. Daisy at Balenciaga helps me find some amazing things. I think I might like seeing her more than the clothes!</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Coat, Balenciaga</span>
I really like trench coats, especially leather and silk ones. Trench Coat, Balenciaga
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>I really like trench coats, especially leather and silk ones. </span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Trench Coat, Balenciaga</span>
Again my obsession really is home accessories. Crystal, chrome, skins, boxes, lighting, candles…all of it. My main obsession has been ashtrays. My collection is becoming a problem. I ... Rings, Various Designers
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>Again my obsession really is home accessories. Crystal, chrome, skins, boxes, lighting, candles…all of it. My main obsession has been ashtrays. My collection is becoming a problem. I have actually stopped myself for a bit. They are in every corner, cabinet and crack of my apartment. Here are just some of my favorites.  Some are Italian 70s, some are French 30s, there are Lucite ones, glass ones, chromes ones, porcelain ones, Versace, Hermes, Cartier. They all have a story - some good and actually some bad.  I also am obsessed with the perfume Kilian.  I have his travels bottles scattered all throughout my house because I can’t stop spraying it and his packaging is to DIE for. The scent it so sophisticated and complicated. It helps mask the smoke. </span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Rings, Various Designers</span>
I love Lazaro’s jewelry. Romantic and dangerous at the same time. I wear these two rings everyday, they never come off except for this picture. The few times they haven’t been on my... All, Lazaro
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>I love Lazaro’s jewelry. Romantic and dangerous at the same time. I wear these two rings everyday, they never come off except for this picture. The few times they haven’t been on my hands…I hated the way my fingers felt. It was like leaving the house without your pants.</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>All, Lazaro</span>
The shoes are by Heschung from Barneys. Two of my favorite materials are suede and shagreen (stingray) I struggle with brown, but I think when you get the right shade it can be really ... Shoes, Heschung
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>The shoes are by Heschung from Barneys.  Two of my favorite materials are suede and shagreen (stingray) I struggle with brown, but I think when you get the right shade it can be really incredible. That’s how I feel about this color. Shagreen really is one of the few materials that literally takes my breath away every single time.</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Shoes, Heschung</span>
I love Burberry, always will and always have. Classic and undeniably British. I like who I am when I’m in their stuff. I’ve been wearing it since childhood. I have pieces from middl... Sweater, Burberry
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>I love Burberry, always will and always have. Classic and undeniably British. I like who I am when I’m in their stuff. I’ve been wearing it since childhood. I have pieces from middle school, high school, college and current season. A classic Burberry coat is never trying…it always just is.  I really appreciate that.</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Sweater, Burberry </span>
Another Balenciaga jacket…I’m embarrassed now….. I love the mixing of materials in the same color. I do it with furniture everyday and it has really become a big part of my interi... Jacket, Balenciaga
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>Another Balenciaga jacket…I’m embarrassed now….. I love the mixing of materials in the same color. I do it with furniture everyday and it has really become a big part of my interior aesthetic. My interiors really revolve around three keys words: sex, romance and fantasy. If I can accomplish all three of these elements, that’s when I feel success in a project. That is what I admire about fashion. Their constant desire to be sexy, It’s missing in my industry so I really turn to fashion to feed that craving. </span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Jacket, Balenciaga</span>
The mixing of materials in this jacket I really like. This is one of my favorite paintings. I love the frame . It’s an antique brass frame. The piece is from Italy via Flair Home Col... Jacket, Balenciaga
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>The mixing of materials in this jacket I really like.  This is one of my favorite paintings. I love the frame . It’s an antique brass frame. The piece is from Italy via Flair Home Collection- my Mecca! It’s like the equal to Barneys for clothing.</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Jacket, Balenciaga</span>
These are my favorite sunglasses. They are Lanvin and they look good on everyone’s face. I ordered them for Edon Manor one season and we sold out so fast. I think we did about 5 re-or... Sunglasses, Edon Manor
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>These are my favorite sunglasses. They are Lanvin and they look good on everyone’s face. I ordered them for Edon Manor one season and we sold out so fast. I think we did about 5 re-orders on them and I managed to acquire 4 pairs on my own as back up.</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Sunglasses, Edon Manor </span>
I kind of have an obsession with the old man shoe sections. I always find the best stuff there. I also love going to local shoe stores in other cities, especially in Europe. You find th... Shoes, Russell and Bromley
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>I kind of have an obsession with the old man shoe sections. I always find the best stuff there. I also love going to local shoe stores in other cities, especially in Europe. You find the most amazing things. You don’t have to go to the most popular designers to find the best product in places like London. I got these shoes at Russell and Bromley (the best shoe store ever) and they are my favorite pair I own.  I think I paid 150 pounds. It’s one of those places where they sell you a shoe horn, leather buffer and suede spray at the check out, love that. 


It’s obvious and yes cliché that I love black, but I do. I have a much better time using black when I’m working because interior really allows you to use it in a more dynamic way. I’ve been really into black trims and accents as a way to frame a space. It’s an idea I really explored in this apartment.


</span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Shoes, Russell and Bromley </span>
I love the fit and color of this jacket. The blue/black mix is such a good one. This jacket feels so English to me. Jacket, Burberry
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>I love the fit and color of this jacket. The blue/black mix is such a good one. This jacket feels so English to me. </span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Jacket, Burberry </span>
Silver fox is one of my favorite furs. The black and grey mix is a sexy one. Truth, I don’t really wear these sunglasses often, but I love them all the same. Sunglasses, Rayban
<span class='fancyPhotoDesc'>Silver fox is one of my favorite furs. The black and grey mix is a sexy one. Truth, I don’t really wear these sunglasses often, but I love them all the same. </span><span class='fancyPhotoName'>Sunglasses, Rayban</span>
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