Events

“The city’s energy is electric,” says Ryan Stanier, founder of The Other Art Fair. “Following the success of our Spring fair in Brooklyn, and highest art sales to date, we’re thrilled to return to New York in a new, larger venue to invite more of the local community to experience and discover art like never before.”

The Common Thread for the Cure Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2000, supports individuals fighting breast cancer who are affiliated with the furnishings and design industries by offering financial assistance through confidential grants. The grants aid breast cancer survivors and their families to meet financial obligations, household needs and transportation to medical appointments during treatment.

Houston interior designer Alexandra Killion’s second annual La Petite Maison Gala will take place on October 12 at The Junior League of Houston. This year, a new architect, builder, and group of distinguished designers will convene to create a collection of one-of-a kind dollhouses. The gala will continue to benefit A Shelter for Cancer Families (ASCF), an organization that provides private residences and support services for families receiving cancer care in the Texas Medical Center.

In the most recent episode of “The Designer Within” podcast, host John McClain welcomed Courtney Porter, editor in chief of “Decor News Now” and a distinguished figure in the design industry. This detailed and engaging episode delved into various facets of the design world, with a special focus on how to navigate High Point Furniture Market this week.

The newly designed showroom will debut and highlight 250+ new pieces across seven captivating collections. Also, on Saturday at 2:00 p.m., Oliver Gal will host an educational event at The Point on Commerce Avenue, one block from the Transportation Terminal in High Point. Oliver Gal’s Chief Creative Director and Co-Founder, Lola Sanchez, with editor-in-chief and design consultant Courtney Porter, will lead an open discussion and informational entitled “In Style and On the Money – Start with Art.”

Networking. In our dynamic interior design and home furnishings industry, staying connected and engaged is an essential key to thriving. Let’s explore why networking is so crucial, how to do it effectively, and where you can find valuable opportunities, including the upcoming, highly anticipated High Point Market.