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Her design philosophy was both artistic and intuitive. Ruby believed that decorating was a science and an art—stating famously that “the final judgment in decorating is not reason but the eye.” She championed a personalized approach, mixing styles and periods to create spaces that balanced comfort, elegance, and a sense of history. She often juxtaposed modern lighting with Louis XVI chairs or Moroccan rugs with antique furniture, achieving timeless sophistication.