Courtney Porter

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Anne Marie Barton on her two new organic modern collections of lighting and rugs premiering at High Point

Barton shares her moving experience visiting rug weavers in India, her design philosophy, and her vision for bringing authenticity to home design. 

What is “Southern Style?” with Tori Mellott

Esteemed design editor Tori Mellot has … what defines Southern style, how the book challenges outdated stereotypes, and the unique blend of tradition and innovation that continues to shape southern interiors today. This book is a must-read for design enthusiasts looking to explore the rich diversity and character of southern living.

Disrupting the showroom experience at High Point Market

Conceived by Rudi Nijssen and Dominique Sente, the couple behind antiques market and lighting brand Schwung, the 110,000-square-foot 313 Space aims to showcase a curated market experience blending established and emerging brands, outdoor luxury, antique dealers, and cutting-edge design.

A taste of home at Black Kite Cellars

When Tom and Rebecca Birdsall, owners of Black Kite Cellars, set out to create their new tasting room, they wanted a space that felt like a welcoming home rather than a commercial establishment. The couple tapped Hawkins Interiors to design Black Kite’s tasting room and give it a lived-in, residential feeling.  

Behind the scenes with Lauren Reyes Lim: Designing on television and in homes across America

Lauren Reyes Lim discusses designing on and off camera, where her firm LVR Studios loves to shop for their clients, and how her cultural background and experience honing her skills at two of the nation’s leading design firms translates to her work today.

The elegant coziness of the 2024 Brooklyn Heights Designer Showhouse

Visitors of the showhouse used words like “sweet” and “cozy” to describe their experience and echoed the common refrain: “I could see myself living here.” 

Kravet keeps consumers engaged

Whether you’re a manufacturer refining your marketing approach, a designer seeking to understand your go-to brands, or a design enthusiast, this conversation offers a compelling look into the strategies driving one of the industry’s most respected names.

How Brad Ramsey shops for his clients

Nashville-based interior designer Brad Ramsey discusses how he spends his time at market, which vendors he loves doing business with and how he is redefining luxury and delegating his project budgets accordingly

Kathryn O’Shea-Evans scales new heights with ‘Alpine Style’

O’Shea-Evans takes us on a journey through the pages of “Alpine Style,” sharing insights into her creative process, the surprises she encountered along the way, and how her background in travel writing influenced her approach to mountain design. From the challenges of capturing a room’s essence in words to the joys of exploring regional inspirations, O’Shea-Evans offers a candid look at the making of her book.

Alessia Genova charts a new course for Tihany Design

As Genova takes the helm of this prestigious firm, she faces the challenge of maintaining Tihany Design’s reputation for excellence while steering it into a new era of creativity and innovation in luxury hospitality design.