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Famed designer Philippe Starck, his wife, Jasmine, right, and daughter Ara go shopping at a Big Lots store in Hollywood to show how far a dollar can go in recessionary times. In a time of financial crisis, we must go back to timeless objects and rediscover the elegance of basics, says Starck, the designer behind L.A. hot spots such as the restaurant Katsuya. Can you live elegantly and economically? We shall see. Give me 20 minutes, says the designer of furniture, accessories and other products. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times) Nov. 13, 2012 7:57 PM PT Facebook Twitter Show more sharing options Share Close extra sharing options Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Copy Link URLCopied! Print . More to Read L.A.’s magical sound bath scene has something for everyone. Here are 11 of our favorites April 17, 2024 For Subscribers Nix the oven? A skinny fridge? Tips on designing a tiny kitchen in your ADU April 22, 2024 Beyond Erewhon: Inside the L.A. grocery store where all the cool vegans are flocking April 16, 2024