Courtney Porter
Olivia Westbrook is Hallmark Channel’s first design star, leading the heartfelt home renovation series Home Is Where The Heart Is on Hallmark+. In this intimate conversation, she shares the emotional heart of her design approach, how she maintained creative control on set, and the ways personal loss shaped her connection to the show’s mission of honoring legacy through space.
A new wave of playful, hyper-saturated design is emerging across furniture, art, and interiors—marked by whimsical forms, nostalgic textures, and surreal, dopamine-charged aesthetics. From Frieze to Milan Design Week, this movement signals a rejection of austerity and an embrace of joyful excess.
Discover the cutting-edge innovations and design collaborations featured at Milan Design Week 2025, from groundbreaking 3D printing by SEKISAI to bold new collections by Giorgetti, IKEA, and emerging talents like Lucas Zito and Jialun Xiong. With immersive installations, unique furniture pieces, and thought-provoking exhibitions, this year’s event is an essential experience for design enthusiasts. Don’t miss the must-see collections and transformative designs from iconic brands like Serip, Draga & Aurel, and more.
This year’s edition featured over 100 exhibitors, including pioneering galleries, emerging designers, and architectural practices, all showcasing works that pushed the boundaries of material innovation and craftsmanship
Participatory event to focus on design, creativity and business resilience
With a background in industrial engineering and interior design, Ivey shares her insights on breaking free from Instagram-inspired homogeneity, earning client trust, and carving out a design niche through trial and error. Watch her full interview on Disruptive Design or read the highlights.
Mandy Cheng, an AD100 designer renowned for her blend of California elegance and cinematic drama, expands her creative reach with a new lighting collection for Mitzi. Drawing inspiration from her diverse career in film, television, and interiors, Cheng’s collection features bold yet accessible fixtures that are as functional as they are photogenic. In this exclusive interview, she shares the stories and design philosophy behind the pieces, giving a glimpse into the personal connections and nature-inspired aesthetics that define her work.
Max Strang, FAIA, of STRANG Design discusses the influence of Gene Leedy’s architectural legacy, environmental modernism, and sustainable design practices in the context of today’s evolving urban and environmental challenges. With STRANG’s growing recognition and commitment to preserving the Sarasota School’s principles, Max offers a thoughtful perspective on architecture’s role in shaping the future.
Anna Kroesser and Amelia Strat of Kroesser + Strat Design discuss their journey in the luxury interior design world. Learn about the challenges, design philosophy, and vendor relationships that have shaped their successful firm.
n a powerful new collaboration with Shoppe Object, Amira Rasool, Founder and CEO of The Folklore, introduces the Black Lives Matter Action Initiative, offering subsidized booth space to Black designers. Read on to discover how this program is breaking barriers and providing invaluable opportunities to marginalized creators in the competitive design world.