DCOTA today announced that the Design Center of the Americas is inviting design professionals and enthusiasts to FALL MARKET 2015, a full day of design demonstrations and discussions featuring top industry insiders. The free event will be held this Thursday, November 12, starting at 11 am.
Presentations at FALL MARKET 2015 will include:
11 am / Atrium A
Opening Keynote
Around the World with Nina
Nina Campbell with Sir Peter Osborne
Nina Campbell is a leading interior designer working all over the globe for clients who value the comfort and elegance of her interiors and her sure touch with color, pattern and texture. Ms. Campbell explains how she delves into the world of detail, introducing those finishing touches which constantly change to give an interior not one life, but many, many lives as she provides inspired and original solutions for interiors.
This presentation will be followed by a reception at Ammon Hickson (Suite B-240).
1:30 pm / Atrium A
The Art of Translation:
Turning Your Travels Into Design Inspiration
From turbans to upholstery fabrics, the signature look of Duralee designer John Robshaw tells a vivid story of worldly exploration. He will discuss his globetrotting lifestyle and its influence on his product designs, including a special look at his brand new fabric collection. Karen Marx from Elle Décor will host the Q&A with Mr. Robshaw.
This presentation will be followed by a reception at Duralee (Suite C-100)
3:30 pm / Atrium A
Closing Keynote
Thomas Pheasant:
Inside a Designer’s Evolution
Designer Thomas Pheasant will discuss his best-selling book, Simply Serene, which highlights, through images and words, the philosophy that guides the fundamental principles that are at the heart of his work. Thomas will share the inspirations behind his creative process – how he splits his creative time between Washington, D.C. and Paris, and what new projects and opportunities are motivating him in new directions at this point in his life and career.
This presentation will be followed by a reception at Baker (Suite B-260).
Showroom Programs
Throughout FALL MARKET 2015, DCOTA will present a series of showroom presentations by leading design experts.
9:45 to 11 am / Suite A-168
Jeffrey Michaels
Designing with Wallpaper CEU
Presenting a special CEU – Designing with Wallpaper: How to Maximize Impact and Creative Opportunities with Wallcoverings Presented byJeannette Chen, Director of Wallcovering at Fabricut Inc., this course will discuss the history of wallcoverings; technological advances of producing wallcoverings; wallcovering printing methods and commonly used terms; and the creative applications and solutions of wallpaper in interior spaces.
Note: Breakfast will be served prior to this CEU. RSVP required. Reserve your space at mercedesa@jeffreymichaels.
10 to 11 am / Suite A-468
Jaime Perczek Design
Furniture Design for Interior Designers
Join Jaime Perczek, President & CEO of Jaime Perczek Design, as he explains the process of design furniture including techniques, stories, and valuable experiences. He also will discuss how to approach an empty space, how to trust your design vision by learning how to communicate through sketches and drawings, and how to build your team of experts. Mr. Perczek has been designing furniture with precious and exotic finishes since the 1980s. RSVP required. To reserve space, please email Consuelo@perczek.com.
Open House Events
All day during FALL MARKET 2015, 11 key DCOTA showrooms will host an Open House for participating designers and design enthusiasts.
9 am to 5 pm
Inside the Art of Craftsmanship / Suite C-332
Experience how Art & Design reach your front door. Enjoy light refreshments, wine and cheese bites.
Total Window / Suite C-466
Total Window is pleased to announce two new product lines:
+ The Retractable Screen System by Titan Screen, with a proprietary track system that makes screens resistant to being pulled out of its tracks.
+ The newest treatment line by Silent Gliss, offering the most sophisticated and contemporary window treatments available. The line is truly a domestic product with Swiss ingenuity. The designs mirror the spirit of the line in all its facets – timeless yet contemporary, purist and opulent, elegant and even shocking.
Wired Custom Lighting / Suite C-236
True beauty is achieved when a pledge to artistry is matched by the promise of functionality. Celebrate Wired Custom Lighting’s 12th anniversary at DCOTA showcasing inspiration from the company’s 257-page product catalog; desktop and printed versions are available. Light fare and refreshments.
10 am to 4 pm
Andrew Martin / Suite C-126
An introduction to the new Anthem & Remix Fabric Collection. Wine and cheese will be served.
Donghia / Suite C-250
Stop by the Donghia Showroom to see the new Fall Collections: Rubelli, Sahco, Armani, Brentano and more – perfect for interior design projects. Light refreshments will be served.
Inside Out / Suite B-216
Sundays on Thursday at Inside Out with ice cream sundaes made to order.
JANUS et cie / Suite A-123
Bring the Outdoors In
This fall make a statement with al fresco furniture indoors. Join JANUS et Cie for an open house highlighting our 2015 collections of furnishing, textiles and accessories perfectly suited for elegant interior space and lush exterior environments.
John Rosselli & Associates / Suite A-128
Experience new product arrivals in this showroom with factory representatives Jane Cumming from David Latesta Studio and Laura Gregory from O’Henry House, Ltd. They will show off new frames and discuss the advantages of customization. Additionally, John Rosselli & Associates is now representing the John Himmel Decorative Arts collection. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by November 10 toMelissa@jrosselliassociates.
10 am to 5 pm
Pindler / Suite C-230
See their current assortment of fabrics wile enjoying light refreshments.
Schumacher / Suite A-108
Stop by this showroom and for a first look at the new fall introductions, including the Miles Redd Collection, Understated Luxury, a line of subdued, sophisticated wovens, and Ikats, a range of fresh, of-the-moment takes on a classic motif. Light refreshments will be served.
The Shade Store / Suite C-158
Stop by The Shade Store to experience the brand-new showroom and learn more about the company’s revamped trade program including COM for designers. The Shade Store sources high-quality, custom window treatments based on three generations of experience and expert design consultants. Light refreshments will be served throughout the day.