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 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.
Slated to open in early 2025, the West Coast flagship showroom is within a 6,300-square-foot, two-story building on North Robertson Blvd. and Melrose Ave. Saghian is designing it to evoke the charm of a European townhouse. In phase two, the upper floor will also house Saghian’s new interior design studio.
COLLECTIBLE, Europe’s unrivaled contemporary design fair, announces its exclusive New York City debut this September in collaboration with WSA and Water Street Projects.
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.
“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.”
This year’s series promises to again be an inspiring and impactful experience, with all proceeds benefiting the Fitch Family Comprehensive Pediatric Rehabilitation Program at UNC Children’s Hospital.
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.
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.
The housewares industry’s resilience is once again being tested amid the uncertainty of economic, technological and global disruption during a consequential election year whose outcome, one way or the other, is sure to affect policy and response that directs business strategy and practice in 2025 and beyond.