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Eric Mathers began his career at a very young age, in Nairobi, Kenya in the 1940’s. Cecily Pitt-Moor Van Leir, who was considered with David Hicks of Great Britain to be two of the best in the interior design business, had an immense impact on Mathers’ future. As the mother of his best friend, Van Lier taught Mathers many aspects of interior design. Over the years, Mathers has felt very fortunate to work with great organizations and terrific personalities such as the Ford Foundation of America, Ciba Geigy, The Canadian Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya and one of the greatest models to ever come out of the House of Christian Dior. Not to mention, a great country house redesigned for a private visit from the late president of France, Giscard D’Estang. Also, a 28,000 square foot mansion in Toronto’s famous Bridal Path area, a loft in the Caledon Hills of 6,700 square feet, with a 50 foot ceiling and a golf getaway, just to mention a few of Mathers’ many projects spanning more the 30 years.
In the 90’s, Mathers retired, that is, until he came to the Okanagan. He was so inspired by the Valley’s great beauty that he felt an over-whelming desire to contribute something of his profession. After some discussion with his daughter, Alexandra, Mathers realized what was lacking in the local design industry.
“The fifth wall is the foundation to all interior design,” says Eric Mathers. “It has always been about the most important wall in the room. The fifth wall.”
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