Courtney Porter
Yudi Kaufman’s partnership with Courtney Porter, Editor in Chief of Design News Now, is excited to announce two insightful talks for growing your design business at the upcoming Spring High Point Market, (April 13-17, 2024).
May Milano Design Week commence. This year at Milan Design Week: an inspired mix of 70s-inspired collectible design and architectural furnishings, cutting-edge kitchen technology, and legacy designer collaborations, notably Neutra’s with Zaha Hadid and Tapis Rouge with Armando Milani.
Tova Kook’s insights inspire young creatives who haven’t quite found their “thing” yet but feel the urge to keep on going: Follow that instinct.
Abstract line work by a BMX-rider on rugs? Check. Homespun barnwood tables with MCM lines? Check. Exaggerated bangles and swooping jewelry chains on Roman antiquity-inspired lighting? Check.
With Earth Day occurring near the end of the month, I find April to be a great time to renew our commitment to creating beautiful spaces that also foster sustainability. In this edition of Design Business Blueprint, we’re addressing the topic of sustainability and how interior designers and professionals in the home furnishings industry can pave the way for a cleaner, greener future.
Gerald Olesker of ADG Lighting discusses a recent dispute with Architectural Digest’s cover story featuring the home of actress Sofia Vergara, which kicked off an industry-wide conversation over attribution. But the story spans beyond AD not giving proper attribution. The story is about what happens after: how it affects Main Street USA.
This High Point Market, Design News Now is teaming up with Lancaster, Ericka Saurit’s Marketing School for Creatives in the Universal Learning Center, Odette Furniture and Hooker Furnishings to bring buyers a series of panel discussions and fireside chats that will help them sell better, expand their brands and uplevel their business to enter the luxury market.
As Spring foliage blooms around us, I am inspired by the spirit of renewal and rejuvenation. In this month’s edition of Design Maestro, I discuss how our living spaces should reflect not only personal style, but also personal growth. Focusing on the great outdoors, a fresh new color palette, and a photo-ready furniture arrangement, I share several playful ways to explore and embrace the seasonal changes.
Hooker Furnishings announces Spring 2024 High Point Market events schedule, including an exclusive Design Business Blueprint event with Courtney Porter and Yudi Kaufman.
The Jennifer Farrell for Global Views licensed collection will feature a world of designs within 20 product categories.