The real estate, interior design and fine art sectors, in particular, are experiencing correlated growth. High-end real estate buyers are often interested in art as a financial investment and this synergy is evident in collaborations between real estate agencies and art curators, where art is not only used for staging but also offered as part of the property package. Today we’re focusing on one specific aspect of the market: sculpture and its broader implications for The Industry as a whole.
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.
Driven by a love for homes with rich histories, Matthew Trettel and Ryan Hanson, two entrepreneurs with a keen eye for aesthetics and storytelling, have undertaken an extraordinary project in Minneapolis. The couple has restored the historic Pillsbury Castle, a Tudor Revival mansion once owned by Alfred F. Pillsbury, saving it from the fate that befell many of the city’s grand old homes.
‘The Office’ Star Melora Hardin launches collage-style wallpaper line ‘Storyboards by Melora Hardin’
You likely know Melora Hardin as Jan Levinson on “The Office,” or Jacquline Carlyle on “The Bold Type,” but there is another facet to her creativity the world should know more about: Hardin is a collage artist, and now; wallpaper and product designer. Melora sat down with DNN Editor in Chief, Courtney Porter to discuss the inspiration for her new wallpaper collection, ‘Storyboards.’ They discuss her creative process, her partnership with Canadian mural-and-fine-art printer, NumérArt, and plans for an expanded home decor line.
It’s easy to think of the trend-oriented, design-focused side of the home furnishings business as…
The ARTS Awards committee consists of three industry professionals charged with overseeing the nomination and selection of the ARTS Awards, including the categories of Academy of Achievement and HEARTS Award. They also serve on the nominating panel.
The annual Landscape Legends is a captivating day of talks exploring the intersection of modernist architecture, landscape design, and cultural history. This year with renowned scholars Barry Bergdoll, Professor of Art History at Columbia University; Caleb Smith, Professor of English and American Studies at Yale University; William Whitaker, Curator and Collections Manager of the Architectural Archives of the University of Pennsylvania Weitzman School of Design; as well as famed landscape designer Deborah Nevins, Chair of LongHouse’s Garden Committee.
Thursday, August 7, 11:59 pm is the final deadline for Pinnacle Awards entries
At the end of each month, Editor-in-Chief Courtney Porter explores five standout things defining the design moment – this month she gets into colorful collectible design aesthetics, why your marketing isn’t working and what to do instead, wellness and resilience design, and the hottest markets for new construction.
An equestrian-inspired sofa. A hair-on-hide stool. An armchair with a back and seat that appears to float. We rounded up stunning new and notable sofas, dining chairs and accent chairs.
Art Basel announced the galleries set to participate in the 2025 edition of its Miami Beach fair, taking place Dec. 5-7 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, with preview days on Dec. 3 and 4. This year, 283 galleries from 35 countries and territories will showcase modern and contemporary art, with nearly two-thirds hailing from the Americas. The 2025 edition also introduces the Global Latin American Art Initiative, a long-term commitment to increasing visibility for Latin American and Latinx art and artists.
Corston Architectural Detail, the esteemed British brand known for its timeless, hand-finished architectural fittings, proudly announces the opening of its first North American showroom. Located at the prestigious New York Design Center (200 Lex)
Hudson Valley Lighting Group (HVLG) announced Monday it has acquired Sonneman – A Way of Light, a move that expands its presence in the contemporary LED lighting market.
ANDMORE® announces a new collaboration with the Vacation Rental Design Summit (VRDS) to debut the Summit’s first-ever west coast edition at the winter 2026 Las Vegas Market at World Market Center Las Vegas.
Twelve designers are recognized for excellence in interior design