“Greatness” confronts architecture’s exclusions — and charts a path forward

Architect Pascale Sablan’s latest book, GREATNESS: Diverse Designers of Architecture, challenges conventional ideas of architectural excellence by celebrating 47 contemporary architects and designers shaping a more inclusive built environment. Through essays, case studies, and profiles, Sablan confronts historical exclusions in the field while showcasing the transformative power of equity-driven design. In this interview, she discusses how architecture can serve social justice, the urgent need for representation, and the future of the profession.

 Southern charm: Reese Witherspoon’s Draper James collaborates with Polywood on ‘Savannah Collection’ of outdoor furniture

Reese Witherspoon’s Draper James and POLYWOOD have joined forces to create an outdoor furniture collection that blends timeless Southern charm with sustainable, all-weather durability. Inspired by the warmth of front porch living, this collaboration offers beautifully crafted pieces designed for gathering, relaxing, and making memories—season after season.

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HPMA announces Spring keynote panel with design business leaders

Shark Tank’s Daymond John among panelists sharing multidisciplinary branding insights

Gift for Life announces changes to board of directors

Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led national charitable organization, today announced changes to leadership of its Board of Directors with Emalee Hoffman of CMA Gifts and Amy Loewenberg of NY NOW at Emerald X transitioning to Chair and First Vice Chair, respectively, and Landon Metts of MarketTime elected to Second Vice Chair. Sarah Mount, GFL’s chair since 2024, steps into the role of Immediate Past Chair.

Legacy: Kelly Zerbini takes the reins at Dunnam Zerbini Design

Kelly Zerbini, the new Principal at Dunnam Zerbini Design, discusses her journey from mentee to partner, her design philosophy, and how she plans to carry the firm’s storied legacy into the future. Learn how tradition, innovation, and collaboration define the firm’s vision moving forward.

Three hacks to keeping clients grounded in the AI era

In this life hacks column, we’ve got tips for getting to know your clients better, boosting your creativity and heading off headaches from AI “inspo.”

Two California design icons, Adam Hunter and House of Honey join forces to launch LA CAN DO’s Soft Landing Project

Just days after the fires began, Hunter and his team launched into action to create LA CAN DO (Los Angeles Creatives Aid in Natural Disasters Organization), a non-profit aimed at helping California wildfire survivors rebuild their lives and homes.

HPxD and Science in Design co-host Designing Wellbeing at High Point Market

Symposium explores the healing power of beauty and how interior designers can integrate neuroaesthetics and biophilia to enhance wellbeing

HPMA announces DAA Insider Access Experience for Spring market 

Design industry experts to share business success insights in interactive panel