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Sustainable luxury with Summer Jensen

Interior designers are challenging traditional notions of luxury, embracing sustainability without compromising on style. This week’s guest on Disruptive Design is one of the designers at the forefront of this movement is Summer Jensen, founder of Hawk & Co., who’s proving that opulence and environmental responsibility can coexist beautifully.

Can the new Michael Graves line make accessible furniture a thing?

A new Michael Graves Design collection of accessible furniture for Pottery Barn will introduce the concept to a large audience — and may inspire other brands to serve older consumers and those with disabilities.

Dopamine-infused design

Dopamine design is a relatively recent trend in interior design, evolved from the concept of “dopamine dressing” in fashion. It’s rooted in color psychology and the idea that certain design elements can trigger the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure. Dopamine design began seeping into interior design consciousness around 2022-2023, due to increased focus on home environments during and after the pandemic. 

To explore this phenomenon and its impact on lighting design, we chatted with Grace Denniston, the award-winning industrial designer for Kalco Lighting.

Giorgetti opens first flagship showroom in Washington DC

The new single-brand Giorgetti space to open in the US capital city. An exclusive address which confirms the importance of the American market for the brand, offering a complete experience of the Giorgetti world.

Registration now open for Fall High Point Market, October 26-30

“Planning ahead is a great start to optimizing your Market experience,” says Tammy Covington Nagem, HPMA president and CEO. “I always encourage guests to take advantage of our complimentary concierge service so they can secure the best options for accommodations and flights.”

Marketing in a way that is authentic to you

It was time for Summer School in High Point July 23-24, where a panel of designers and influencers shared practical advice for raising your profile — and growing your business.

How millennial designer Victoria Holly stays on top

For luxury interior designers looking to grow their businesses, Victoria Holly’s approach offers valuable lessons in balancing growth with quality control, leveraging technology for efficiency, and maintaining a client-focused mindset.

Shoppe Object announces its largest event ever with Summer 2024 edition

Shoppe Object, New York City’s leading home and gift trade show, will host its Summer 2024 edition from August 4-6, 2024. The event, set to be the largest in the show’s history, will take place at two premier locations: Pier 36 and Skylight at Essex Crossing.

Behind the façade: Abner Henry’s latest collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Building upon the success of their first collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Abner Henry is at it again with a phase two. This latest iteration, The Met Façade Collection, pays homage to the museum’s breathtaking architectural façade.

The era of personalized design

As we look to the future of home design, it’s clear that we’re entering an era of personalization. Homes are becoming less about following trends and designing to sell, and more about creating spaces that reflect the personalities, experiences, and values of their inhabitants. 

This week on Disruptive Design, Ashley Wainscott, founder of Simply Home, a Texas-based building and renovation company, delves into the industry-wide transformations she is witnessing, her experience as a woman in the historically male-dominated home-building industry, and building the foundation of a successful firm.