Architecture Billings remain positive for third straight month
On the heels of consecutive months of strengthening business conditions, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) has now reached positive territory three months in a row. As a leading economic indicator...
View ArticleHaworth announces record growth in past year
Global sales for the office furniture company reached $1.38 billion, an increase of 15% over 2010 with sales growing at a rate higher than the industry in all sectors. During 2011, Haworth invested in...
View ArticleCooper-Hewitt digitizes 120,000 objects in its collection
The Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum announced the release of its collection dataset, which will broaden access and allow for increased analysis of the museum’s object holdings. The...
View ArticleArchitectural exhibition to open at the Farnsworth
The Homestead Project—A Residence Reimagined features the designs of principals of 10 national architectural firms. The exhibition will run from March 24 through September 23 at the Farnsworth Art...
View ArticleSprings Global announces partnership with Pantone
Springs Global announced an alliance with Pantone for a colorful collection of bedding and bath collections launching this Fall. “Partnering with THE provider of color accuracy and standards for the...
View ArticleFIT awards Lawrence Israel Prize to Diller Scofidio + Renfro
The Interior Design Department at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) announced Diller Scofidio + Renfro as this year’s recipient of the Lawrence Israel Prize. Endowed by the architect Lawrence...
View ArticleChicago's Art Institute to exhibit Ron Gilad installation
New York-based artist and designer Ron Gilad's Wallpiercing installation, part of Flos’ Soft Architecture collection, will be featured in the upcoming exhibition, “Rethinking Typologies: Architecture...
View ArticleTraditional Home announces 10 'New Trad' designers
Traditional Home, creator of popular online shelter publication TRADhome, today revealed the list of the 2012 NEW TRADS, each of whom will be featured in the Spring issue of TRADhome, launching the...
View ArticlePalm Beach opulence: a Fair and a Show House
By Naomi Izen Palm Beach is a major hub for opulence and design, especially during the Winter high season. For a taste, try a visit to the American International Fine Art Fair or the American Red Cross...
View ArticleMetropolis and ELF host 2nd annual State of Design event
The 2nd Annual State of Design is a fundraising event that supports the future of the interior design profession and celebrates students. Organized by Metropolis magazine and Education Legacy Fund...
View ArticleMasterpiece London announces inaugural American Committee
From Bugatti to bronzes, Cartier to Cognac, Picasso to pink diamonds, this summer’s Masterpiece London leaves little to be desired. Taking place June 28 – July 4, the Fair features 11 leading galleries...
View ArticleIndustry Trends Report projects modest growth
After several years in decline, the Interior Design industry as a whole is starting to see a modest recovery. The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Interior Design Billings Index ended 2011...
View ArticleChinese architect takes Pritzker Architecture Prize
Chinese architect Wang Shu, who took part in Alessi (Un)Forbidden City project, has won the 2012 Pritzker Architecture Prize, and will be honored at a formal Pritzker ceremony on May 25 in Beijing....
View ArticleNew York Cottages & Gardens to launch in March
Cottages & Gardens Publications has announced a March launch date for its new New York Cottages & Gardens (NYC&G) which will cover real estate, interior design and architecture in New York...
View ArticlePDC announces Westweek programs and events
The annual two-day market at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood will host an exciting line-up of presentations and events taking place Wednesday, March 21 and Thursday, March 22. Kicking off...
View ArticleNew and renewed design magazines flourish this Spring
When it rains it pours, and after several years of design-content drought, local and regional design magazines are booming this Spring. New York magazine will release its first special edition shelter...
View ArticleLondon Design Festival appoints Max Fraser as Deputy Director
The London Design Festival announced the appointment of Max Fraser, a design writer and curator, who is also publisher and editor of the London Design Guide, as the Deputy Director, effective...
View ArticleAD Home Show to offer AD100 consultations and lectures
The Architectural Digest Home Show, taking place March 22–25, features top home furnishings, accessories, art and antiques, kitchen and bath products, flooring, fabrics, lighting and outdoor products....
View ArticleAD Home Design Show offer AD100 consultations, lectures
The Architectural Digest Home Design Show, taking place March 22–25, features top home furnishings, accessories, art and antiques, kitchen and bath products, flooring, fabrics, lighting and outdoor...
View ArticleICAA celebrates Ross Award winners and 20th anniversary
Established in 1982 by Classical America chairman of the board Arthur Ross and its president Henry Hope Reed, the Arthur Ross Awards were created to recognize and celebrate excellence in the classical...
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