{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Benjamin Johnston Excited About Release of His First Book","description":" While Benjamin Johnston\u2019s main focuses may be interior design and his firm, Benjamin Johnston Design in Houston, he\u2019s also an artist, teacher and tastemaker. And, mostly recently, he added author to the list with the release of his first book, \u201cRefined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living\u201d by Rizzoli. \u201cIt was fun writing the book and putting into words what hadn\u2019t really existed in conversation, thought or in process in the office,\u201d he says, \u201cand be able to crystalize and articulate what we did. It was a worthwhile experience.\u201d In this debut book with Rizzoli, Johnston unveils eight recently completed residences that embody his distinctive aesthetic and design philosophies. \u201cOur entire industry thrives on collaboration, and I\u2019m really excited to be able to have this book that is really a reflection of the incredible contractors, artisans, craftsman and vendors that we had the privilege to work with throughout this process and be able to have something tangible to really show for all that wonderful experience and collaboration together,\u201d he adds. We had the pleasure of interviewing Johnston recently to learn more about his design background and his passion for creativity.   ","author_name":"Life By Design","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/461601","html":"