Interior Design

Stephanie Wiott’s design firm goes all in on show homes, which she says are one of the best ways to reach prospective clients. Some 20,000 people walked through her most recent project. Executive Editor Julie A. Palm talks with the Indiana-based designer about that — and how her firm is considering its first build.

Lisa Staprans’ “Soul of Design” marks her debut as an author, solidifying her reputation as a leading voice in the neuroscience of beauty. Lisa’s beautifully crafted book, masterfully blends scientific inquiry, and stunning visual imagery, and reveals how design can transcend mere aesthetics. To become a vehicle for self-expression, healing, and nurturing, gives answers to essential questions we all face, as well as how we benefit through the growth of the human experience.

Coming to High Point November 12 and 13, Design Forward is two days of education focused on designing with neurodiversity in mind. Divided into three tracks, sessions are tailored for interior designers and home furnishings professionals, REALTORS, and the greater community of parents, teachers, small business owners and others interested in connecting the dots between cognitive disabilities, disorders and design.

O’Shea-Evans takes us on a journey through the pages of “Alpine Style,” sharing insights into her creative process, the surprises she encountered along the way, and how her background in travel writing influenced her approach to mountain design. From the challenges of capturing a room’s essence in words to the joys of exploring regional inspirations, O’Shea-Evans offers a candid look at the making of her book.