Campion Platt
Whether he is designing a custom residence, a home-away- from home boutique hotel, or a line of furniture or textiles, architect and interior designer Campion Platt has one thing in mind: luxury. “Luxury is about both materiality and context,” he explains, adding that context might mean creating clear, open spaces within the confines of a Manhattan residence, or selecting opulent finishes – such as leather, resin, or marble – to accentuate spatial forms. Platt’s ideas of luxury consistently incorporate fine craftsmanship and contemporary styling as well as eco-sensitive design. For the past twenty years, his firm has shown clients across the country how to make modern design both sophisticated and soothing.
Platt earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, and a Master of Architecture degree from Columbia University. A member of the American Institute of Architects and the Architectural League of NY, he understands the importance of creating architecture and interiors that meld seamlessly. His holistic approach creates highly personalized spaces – making him a favorite of celebrities including Al Pacino, Meg Ryan, Roger Waters, Conan O’Brien Jay McInerney and socialite Anne Hearst. A full gamut of specialized artisans and craftspeople execute Platt’s designs, which often incorporate new and innovative material uses.
Designs are dictated by extensive client-generated wish lists, rather than preconceived notions, resulting in a varied portfolio. “No two of our projects are the same,” says Platt, who emphasizes contrasts in design and believes that his work is constantly evolving. The only element that consistently remains the same is a commitment to clean, fresh luxury.
The full-service firm has been a leader in boutique hotel design, setting benchmarks with such projects as the Mercer Hotel in New York and the Chateau Marmont Hotel in Hollywood (both of which Platt was involved in as a co- developer as well), and Boston’s Bulfinch Hotel. Recognition and accolades for Platt and the firm have been widespread, with ranking on Architectural Digest’s “AD 100” list of the world’s top interior designers, and New York Magazine’s "The City’s 100 Best Architects and Decorators," as well as publication in magazines from Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Wallpaper, Objekt and Gotham to Esquire and Travel & Leisure.
The Team
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Christine McKendry
Accountant
Christine McKendry attended St. John’s University in New York City, and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Business. Immediately upon completion from college, Christine started working for Donghia Inc., in the accounting department where she fell in love with the design world. When Donghia Inc relocated, Christine was unable to relocate with the company. She then started worked in the accounting department for a computer forensics and electronic discovery technical services firm in New York City. Her love for design is what brought her back to the design world and landed her at Campion A. Platt. Christine has been working at the firm since June of 2007. Besides running the accounting department, she also handles human resources and operations for the firm.