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We could all use a little peach fuzz, Pantone’s Color of the Year 2024

Pantone’s executive director, Leatrice Eiseman, encapsulated the essence of Peach Fuzz, stating, “The color is one whose warm and welcoming embrace conveys a message of compassion and whose cozy sensibility brings people together and enriches the soul.”To commemorate this landmark selection, Pantone is launching a series of merchandise featuring Peach Fuzz, from carpets to cellphones and makeup, celebrating the classic yet contemporary appeal of this timeless hue.

Parker Torres Design transforms the Waldorf Astoria Orlando

The award-winning Waldorf Astoria Orlando unveils a property-wide reimagination that includes a floor-to-ceiling transformation inclusive of all guestrooms and suites, the lobby arrival experience, new design and culinary innovations at the award-winning restaurants Bull & Bear and Peacock Alley, enhancements to The Waldorf Astoria Spa and a complete restoration of the esteemed 18-hole Waldorf Astoria Golf Club.

Storyliving by Disney announces Asteria, new residential community in North Carolina

The Asteria community is in the beginning stages of planning with Walt Disney Imagineering and DMB Development. Homes in the community will be built by select homebuilders with sales anticipated to begin by 2027.

Alcōv: AI + Interior Design for Gen Z

Alcōv serves as a conduit between consumer furniture preferences and industry practices, facilitating brand-user connections and offering budding designers opportunities to showcase their talents.

Design Business Blueprint: burning bright instead of burning out

While the excitement of taking on every design job that comes your way can be hard to quell, discernment is key. Saying “no” isn’t a rejection of the opportunity, it’s a strategic decision to maintain balance in your busy schedule and life.

Designer Lauren Meichtry on ‘making it home’

Having moved a staggering 29 times in 40 years, designer Lauren Meichtry knows how important it is to create a sense of home wherever you are living. Two years ago, she made another big move — this one a shift in her career as she branched out from her pillow and home accessories business, opening an interior design arm and expanding her e-commerce shop Elise Home to Elsie Home + Design.

Abode abroad: Tokyo design guide

After the Elle Decor Design Walk in Tokyo this month, I wanted to share some of the highlights with the readers here at DNN and explore my unique findings beyond the designated Design Walk’s path. Read on for Tokyo twists on familiar US and EU design staples, unique retail and showroom models, and of course aesthetic inspiration you won’t find anywhere else.

Inside Four Hands expanded Las Vegas showroom

The home furnishings brand nearly doubles its showroom footprint to accommodate growing collections and demand

Design moves pretty fast – Salgado Saucier stops to look around so they won’t miss it

DNN Editor in Chief Courtney Porter sat down with Salgado Saucier founders, Peter Salgado and Kip Saucier to discuss their transition from interior designers to product designers, the pros and cons of tech and social media on design, and where they seek out influences and when they choose to ignore them.

Will 2024 be a dreary year for interior designers?

A new survey hints at slowdowns in business for designers. See what firms are doing to stay productive and profitable in 2024 and start making your own plans for a successful year ahead.