We’re celebrating the first day of San Diego Design Week with the second episode of our special series on inspiration and the senses. In this episode, I dive into inspiration and vision with Paul Basile, a designer, developer, fabricator, general contractor, and artist. Paul shares how he began his journey with design, what led him to create Basil Studio, and how his work has evolved over the years. We talk about the many exciting, new projects he’s taking on and how he’s incorporating different disciplines and materials. After listening to this conversation, you may find yourself inspired to learn something new and innovate!
Guest Bio
Designer, developer, fabricator, general contractor and artist, Paul Basile, is the multi-talented founder and principal of BASILE Studio, a prophetic Southern California design firm known for its exhaustive attention to detailed craftsmanship. BASILE Studio’s perpetual drive to mix traditional design methods with expert fabrication and modern-day mechatronics (mechanical engineering + electronics), has earned them a reputation as one of the nation’s most versatile design firms. 
As a fourth-generation builder himself, Paul Basile started his career with a line of handcrafted furniture in the early 90s. The doors to BASILE Studio opened in San Diego in 1994, evolving into a full-service design and fabrication studio in 2008. In 2016, Basile opened his second art gallery, basileIE, followed shortly after by his custom furniture line, BASILE Built. 
Paul Basile’s projects have earned wide-ranging critical acclaim including accolades from the American Institute of Architects, San Diego Architectural Foundation, and Hospitality Design Magazine. Paul’s work has been featured in The New York Times, Inc. Magazine, Wall Street Journal, Interior Design, and more.
Featured in this episode
Featured candle: Beeswax candle fromhttps://www.mithrascandle.com/ ( Mithras Candle)
Featured brew: https://paruteabar.com/collections/black/products/chiang-rai-black (Chiang Rye Black Tea) by Paru Tea Bar
Featured Tarot deck: https://angelamarymagick.com/product/moon-bb-magick-tarot-deck-3rd-edition/ (Moon BB Magick Tarot) by Angela Mary Magick


Connect with Paul and Basile Studio
Links:
https://www.basilestudio.com/ (Website)
https://www.instagram.com/basile_studio/ (Instagram)


Are you an interior designer or are you interested in Holistic Interior Design? Check out my membership program, the https://bewitching.txfunnel.com/ (Design Coven)! This program is a real-world industry mentorship for Holistic Interior Designers that has everything you won't find in traditional design school curriculum. You'll learn from practicing interior designers working on real life projects, and get access to cutting edge vendors, suppliers, furniture makers, textile designers, and design resources that I've curated over my 17 years of design experience. As a member, you'll have the opportunity to build valuable relationships of your own. https://bewitching.txfunnel.com/ (Learn more).
Connect with Rachel Larraine
https://www.rachellarraine.com/ (Website)
https://www.instagram.com/rachellarraine/ (Instagram)
https://www.patreon.com/Bewitching (Patreon)
https://crawfordpallini.com (Interior Design Services)