Matthew Williamson debuts collection for Osborne & Little
A master of print, embellishment, attention to detail, and kaleidoscopic color, fashion designer Matthew Williamson has made his debut in the world of interiors with a brand-new collection of fabrics...
View ArticleVitra acquires Artek to grow it internationally
Founded in 1935 by architect Alvar Aalto and his wife Aino along with art promoter Maire Gullichsen and art historian Nils-Gustav, Artek was built upon the radical business plan to “sell furniture and...
View ArticleA new bidder vies for Lane Furniture business
The Wall Street Journalreported today that a bidding war might take place for Furniture Brands International's Lane Furniture business. New York privaten equity firm KPS Capital Partners, which...
View ArticleSave the dates: Five show houses not to miss this fall
From the east to west coasts and several cities in between, designers are donating their time and talents to a handful of show houses in the name of charity and good design. Here’s a sneak peek of...
View ArticleLa Maison Pierre Frey debuts artistic short film
Pierre Frey interiors serve as the backdrop for a new short film, Escapade—the story of a Parisian love affair—directed by Martial Schmeltz. According to Pierre Frey, director of international...
View ArticleNational home tours showcase modern design
In the coming months, design lovers in Vancouver, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles and Fayetteville will enjoy tours of standout private homes in their area that exemplify modern living and architectural...
View ArticleCasual Furniture Market highlights outdoor living
The International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market is back September 17 – 20 at the Chicago Merchandise Mart. The four-day trade show will kick off with an opening night “Backyard BBQ” in a...
View ArticleNew SFC study shows “green thinking” on the rise
According to the Sustainable Furnishings Council’s (SFC) fifth annual consumer research study, consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious in their purchases and are willing to pay more for...
View Article“Design by Hand” focuses on contemporary global designers
Starting this fall and running through the spring of 2017, the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum’s new series of bi-annual educational conversations and workshops will focus on the craftsmanship,...
View ArticleInterior Design School Profile: School of Visual Arts
With so many options to choose from, how do future interior design students select the right school? Editor at Large is introducing a series of profiles to help answer this question. With the series,...
View ArticleArchitectural Digest gets new contributing interiors editor
Architectural Digest editor in chief Margaret Russell has named Anita Sarsidi to the new position of contributing interiors editor, effective October 15. Russell originally hired Sarsidi at Elle Decor,...
View ArticleSix new website relaunches, redesigns and features to note
Over the past few weeks, several brands have redesigned their websites with new features, larger photographs, and easier navigation, while others have rolled out a brand-new blog or app to share more...
View ArticlePantone releases “on trend” colors for spring 2014
What will Pantone’s Color of the Year be for 2014? As we wait patiently for the answer, the color forecasting company has released its 2014 fashion color report which includes prominent hues seen on...
View ArticleMichelle Obama hosts White House lunch for design students
First Lady Michelle Obama, honorary patron of the Cooper Hewitt's 2013 National Design Awards, will host a White House luncheon for the award winners Friday, Sept. 20. Joining Mrs. Obama and these...
View ArticleCity Modern Festival explores modern design across NYC
Organized by New York Magazine and Dwell for the second year, City Modern (September 27 – October 4), is a week long festival that celebrates New York’s modern design with tours of the city’s most...
View ArticleBravo to air "Queer Eye Reunion: 10 Years Later"
July 15 marked the 10 year anniversary of the premiere of Bravo's Emmy Award-winning television series “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy." In celebration of the cutting-edge series, “Queer Eye Reunion:...
View ArticleMichelle Obama to host White House lunch for design students
First Lady Michelle Obama, honorary patron of the Cooper Hewitt's 2013 National Design Awards, will host a White House luncheon for the award winners Friday, Sept. 20. Joining Mrs. Obama and these...
View ArticleCity Modern Festival to explore modern design across NYC
Organized by New York Magazine and Dwell for the second year, City Modern (September 27 – October 4), is a week long festival that celebrates New York’s modern design with tours of the city’s most...
View Articleonefinestay offers hotel alternative in Paris and L.A.
Following its success in London and New York, onefinestay is now offering well designed homes in Paris and Los Angeles to travelers looking to live like a local, comfortably. The site does all the work...
View ArticleSummer cruise honored Lana Lawrence, benefited Kips Bay
Despite stormy weather, design professionals made their way to the ninth annual Summer Cruise last Thursday, September 12, benefitting the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club. The event was bittersweet as...
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