
If there is someone who can bring old-Hollywood glamour to your everyday, it is Los Angeles-based interior designer Jaime Rummerfield along with her partner Ron Woodson at Woodson & Rummerfield’s House of Design. This dynamic duo has worked on projects for numerous celebrities, Los Angeles PETA and the Wexler Palm Springs. One of their most notable projects to date is the designing of Christina Aguilera’s Beverly Hills mansion, which was featured in InStyle magazine last fall. Another exciting project that is currently in the works is with the Ritz-Carlton residences in downtown Los Angeles. The project is sure to be the perfect combination of grand scale and easy living. This is one busy team who spreads fabulousness to all they encounter!

Living room for Versace in Beverly Ridge designed by Woodson & Rummerfield
Growing up in an incredibly creative family that consisted of a musical mother and a great-grandfather who created jewelry for the glitterati of his day, Jaime Rummerfield always knew that she wanted to be a part of the design world. Her family’s bohemian lifestyle allowed her to explore her creative passions early on, and thus a path was created to the great creations that emerge from her firm today. After studying design at Arizona State University’s famed architecture program, Rummerfield launched into a dazzling career that goes right along with her artistic pedigree.
Unlike many Los Angelenos, Rummerfield’s family has generational roots in Southern California dating back to the 1800s. This translates into the easy manner with which she combines high style and laid-back beachiness into her designs. It is no wonder that Woodson & Rummerfield’s project with Christina Aguilera struck a nerve with her as she worked to create such an opulent and grand aesthetic that would also serve as a retreat from the flashbulbs of celebrity.
In this Creatives Cook, we learn about how the fabric of Rummerfield’s upbringing has been weaved into a modern time when we all could use a little more glamour in our lives.
How have your deep Southern California roots shaped your sense of style?
For me, Southern California has it’s own look and feel. Though I am a fan of many era’s, I grew up observing the beachy lifestyle of the 70’s from the fashion colors, prints and patterns to the well manicured rows of bungalows and estates on palm tree lined streets. Old Hollywood is such an inspiration to me: the fashion, film, dinner parties, soiree’s and all the glamour. To me, the indoor outdoor lifestyle is innate to Southern California living. Homes where the indoor rooms open to the out of doors, terrazzo floors bridging the two. Figurines of birds, murano glass bowls, breezy textiles & colorful pottery are very reminiscent details that have influenced my design aesthetic.

Seated with her design partner, Ron Woodson
You say that you’ve always known that you wanted to work in design. When did you feel most sure that you were following your calling?
I have always been sure as long as I can remember, it wasn’t even a question. I knew this is what I was going to do. Just the other day I was chatting with a childhood friend and she reminded me that back in Junior High I would frequently talk about being an interior designer. I don’t even remember that!

Master Bedroom in Christina Aguilera's Beverly Hills home, designed by Woodson & Rummerfield
What is it about your work that speaks most directly to you?
I so enjoy the design process and ofcourse the reward of seeing the vision come to life makes it all worth it.
As a self-proclaimed “workaholic”, do you find that your views on style permeate into other areas of your life?
Absolutely. When someone is passionate about something, at least for me, there is no off/on switch. My wheels are always turning. I have learned to compartmentalize this however to allow for balance, which is extremely important.
What are your other creative outlets?
Huh?
Just kidding.
Fashion, vintage shopping is a love of mine, cooking and occasionally I paint.

Do they find ways to pop up in your work?
Yes, especially fashion it is such a parallel to interiors. The lines, forms, color stories. Even jewelry and accessories give me much inspiration on approach to my work.
Do you find that cooking and entertaining can be a release from a busy week?
Indeed. This is the balance I am talking about. Entertaining, spending time creating a gorgeous and delish dish and sharing a meal with great company is divine. For me, presentation is everything. From table linens, garnish and interesting glass & plate ware to ambience like music and candle light.

What is your entertaining philosophy? Did you grow up seeing this philosophy in action or did you develop it over time?
Live in the moment & use your best china everyday.
I grew up seeing this philosophy. My parents didn’t make a fuss over monetary objects. We had nice things, we had average thing, we had heirlooms, etc. and all were used in a similar way – everyday. Nothing was ever locked away in a glass cabinet saved for a rainy day. The benefit from that was really enjoying the beautiful things daily that made for a memorable home.
Describe your perfect evening at home with friends.
A delightful sunset, A well stocked bar, good music, an assortment of food bites, ambient lighting, a little dancing, lots of conversation and laughs.

What is your favorite recipe?
Laurella Family Sauce (after Jaime’s maiden name)
1 package Sweet Italian Sausage
1 package Hot Italian Sausage
1 lb lamp chops
1 15 oz can tomato paste
1 25 oz can tomato sauce
1/2 brown onion
1 tblspoon of oregano
1 tblspoon of basil
1 tsp olive oil
In large sauce pot sautee onions in olive oil. Cut sausages into half. Mix in lamb chop and sausages with onion. Cook until browned. Drain if necessary. At medium to high heat add tomato paste. (This is one of the most important parts called “frying the paste”) sizzle the paste into the meat for a good 10 minutes while stirring frequently. Add the tomato sauce. Fill empty cans with filtered water and pour into pot. Stir in oregano and basil. Simmer at a low heat for approx 3 hours, stirring every 15 minutes remove lamb chop bones upon completion. Goes well with spaghetti or rigatoni pasta + a healthy portion of freshly grated parmesan.
Do you have a special story or memory that goes along with this dish?
Talk about comfort food! Every Sunday my Grandfather Salvatore would make the “sauce”. Sunday was a family day. As he taught me the recipe he told me for as long as he can remember his father made it, his father’s father made it and so on. The sauce comes from his home town of Boiano, Italy where they still to this day grow their own gardens of vegetables, get water from a well and everything is made so fresh, delicioso!
Thank you so much for sharing with us! Visit Woodson & Rummerfield at www.wandrdesign.com.
*All photographs courtesy of Jaime Rummerfield and Woodson & Rummerfield


























