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Modernism Week offers tours of rarely seen places

In honor of its impressive two decades of programming, this year the Modernism Week team worked closely with neighborhood partners and homeowners of exclusive and seldom-seen homes to offer limited tours of significant homes that have been showcased in previous years. These tours celebrate the rich legacy of the Desert Modernist architects and feature many of the stunning homes they designed. Some of the homes include the Steve McQueen residence, the Sinatra Estate, the Arthur Elrod “Escape House,” Albert Frey, William Cody and Donald Wexler’s private residences, and the Raymond Loewy Residence.

Dekton Ukiyo by Cosentino wins Good Housekeeping 2025 Home Reno award

(CORAL GABLES, FL) – Cosentino is proud to announce that Dekton® Ukiyo, a cutting-edge innovation in…

Champions of Design Entrepreneurship: Marmol Radziner

Learn about AD100 firm Marmol Radziner’s commitment to architectural preservation.

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Esteemed design editor Tori Mellot has … what defines Southern style, how the book challenges outdated stereotypes, and the unique blend of tradition and innovation that continues to shape southern interiors today.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.

Champions of Design Entrepreneurship: Noz Nozawa

Introducing a new ongoing series, Champions of Design Entrepreneurship, created in partnership with Serena Martin of 24/7 Creative Agency, which offers a rare, intimate look into the minds of industry trailblazers. Featuring first-person accounts from renowned designers, architects, artisans, and industry veterans, each story is a reflection of how they interpret what it means to be both a ‘champion’ and an ‘entrepreneur’ in our field. This first installment features interior designer Noz Nozawa on finding fulfillment and giving back.

First look: Introducing Jennifer Farrell’s ICE House in the South of France

The top-secret location of the project site had been kept a closely-guarded secret, until now. Jennifer disclosed the location today, announcing by video from the actual site: a collection of historic stone farmhouses surrounded by endless vineyards, in the magnificent South of France.

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.  

Dara Segbefia’s ‘Zen Experience’ brings a mindful design approach to educational spaces

As the founder of The Zen Experience, designer Dara Segbefia has carved a unique niche for herself by focusing on transforming teacher lounges and enhancing the well-being of educators, often in underserved communities.

Market Must-Sees: High Point Fall 2024

This Fall at High Point Market, you’ll find many vendors premiering collaborations with architects or designers with architectural influences, a reflection of where design clients are delegating their budgets: construction, art, lighting, kitchen, bath and sustainability.

Schumacher releases a collection in partnership with Johanna Ortiz

The line weaves in the spirit of Ortiz’s Latin culture in each design, an homage to her deep connection to her home country’s biodiversity and heritage. Her tropical upbringing is underscored further by the collection’s wide range of natural materials, including linen, sisal, and raffia.