Abode Abroad
Inspired by nature’s beauty, the Modern Country Collection blends vintage charm with contemporary design. Featuring warm, inviting handcrafted materials and natural textures, this versatile collection includes a curated mix of pieces that celebrate the timeless beauty of modern country living, bringing an elevated ambiance of comfort and tranquility to interiors.
Mexico City is a vibrant hub of culture and creativity and has long been a favorite destination for designers and artists alike. This guide features insights from a range of industry experts, including architect Ike, design publicist and long-time CDMX resident Abby Ellis, interior designer Kerry Vasquez, hospitality firms Woogmaster Studio and Bells & Whistles, and myself, DNN Editor-in-Chief, Courtney Porter. Together, we’ve curated a selection of galleries, shops, stays, sights, and bites to help you navigate this dynamic city. As Design News Now focuses on interiors, we’ll start with a spotlight on the city’s top furniture and collectibles galleries.
NMedia’s innovative platform is transforming the furniture industry by extending the traditional trade show experience into a year-round B2B marketplace online. Find out how digital solutions are helping gift, decor and furniture manufacturers streamline operations, automate orders, and integrate seamlessly with e-commerce systems.
Jennifer Farrell’s destination showhome experience, I.C.E. House will redefine the adaptable home of the future, and StyleRow will host the virtual tour and shoppable experience, connecting the exclusive luxury brands of I.C.E. House with a global audience of industry professionals and design lovers.
Rossinavi and Yves Béhar unveil the groundbreaking electric hybrid catamaran concept at Design Miami
For three years, Rossinavi and Béhar have collaborated to develop Solsea, a catamaran designed for active owners—individuals passionate about exploring the seas, engaging in ocean sports, and undertaking long-distance crossings without refueling—while embodying eco-conscious luxury and advanced design.
In January 2025, Maison&Objet, in collaboration with Peclers Paris, will showcase Sur/Reality, a theme that reimagines surrealism for the contemporary world. Drawing inspiration from the fantastical, the absurd, and the playful, Sur/Reality invites visitors to explore new creative landscapes where fantasy and technology collide. This immersive experience will highlight the surprising, unexpected, and joyous objects that challenge our perception of reality, offering a refreshing escape from the ordinary.
The Decorative Fair was an instant hit with designers, decorators and the trade, and has become an internationally renowned thrice-yearly event. Offering an exciting range of stock far broader than any traditional antiques event, in a relaxed and inspiring setting, the Fair goes from strength to strength.
With a focus on creating spaces that embody the “Spirit of Place,” the firm is integrating interior design more deeply with its architectural philosophy. This expansion is led by two key appointments: Mariana Charters as Interior Design Lead and Francisca Soares de Moura as Hospitality Design Lead.
This year’s festival will highlight groundbreaking innovation and the creators who are redefining the design landscape with sharp insight and bold creativity. From product design to industry-shaping trends, the event will offer unique networking and business opportunities while presenting an array of exhibitions from leading global brands, designers, and international participants.
SHOW NOT SHOW at Dutch Design Week is a group exhibition by six designers under the name The Best Kept Spoilers: Lucas Zito, Pepijn Fabius Clovis, Aad Bos (Mokko), Studio Luuk van Laarhoven, Frank Penders and Marc Meeuwissen (Dear Objects). On display will be mainly functional and autonomous objects.