Teak Chic
We know the quality of Gloster wood furniture pieces, and Gloster knows it too. Founded in West Africa in the 1960s, Gloster’s mission has always been to produce thoughtfully made furniture pieces with enhanced natural elements and can be traced back to honest and ethical practice. Having sustainable materials and systems in place makes the […]
DDB’s Design Confidential Spring Market
On May 22nd, the D&D Building hosted their annual Spring Market and designers didn’t just talk paint tips or where they seek inspiration. This Market, we widened the scope of conversation to stories that made us laugh, cry and learn a lot about the human truths within the design trade, which involved many untold secrets […]
Let’s Talk Tech
The Decorative Furnishings Association, DFA, is an organization made up of business leaders who are committed to energizing the services that the design industry brings to society, educating trade members on best practices in design, encouraging the use of technology in design, and gathering professionals together to maintain industry-wide awareness and inspiration. Leading member of […]
Indoor Oasis of Outdoor Decor
You can’t help but let out a sigh as you enter McKinnon and Harris’ new airy showroom space at the D&D Building. The bespoke, family-run outdoor brand brought the outdoors inside, inviting guests to experience McKinnon and Harris as most do- lounging on a terrace, enjoying the natural, minimal and comforting disposition of the handmade […]
Kravet & Jeffrey Alan Marks Collaborate on Cool Coastal-Inspired Fabrics
Our friends at Dering Hall covered Kravet’s designer collaboration with Jeffrey Alan Marks, offering “Shop The Style” options available at Kravet, suite 1202, and Curated Kravet. Read their story –originally posted on Dering Hall–below. In celebration of their milestone 100-year-anniversary, industry icon Kravet has launched all-new designer collaborations, including a gorgeous coastal-inspired collection of fabrics created with Jeffrey […]
Redefining Glamour with Jeff Andrews
Jeff Andrews. You know him for the warmth of his Interiors and demeanor, and his stylish, wide-ranging projects that always have a fresh take on ‘California dreamin’. From clients like Ryan Seacrest to the Kardashians, Andrew’s balance and ease in his aesthetic and approach contribute to his success. Living and running a business near the […]
ON TAP: 2019 Kips Bay Decorator Show House
There are 23 spaces at this year’s New York Kips Bay Decorator Show House and we were transported in each one. Between the landscape murals, embossed mirrors and mirrored backdrops; there was no boredom to be had as we traveled between time zones and time periods. Trends accompanied us, as do the belongings of the […]
If You Can See It, You Can Be It
“If You Can See It, You Can Be It”, a sentiment stemming from the idea that what we see cultivated in our worlds and at the heads of our industries can determine how we exist in it or see ourselves fit. But what we don’t discuss enough is how we participate in changing the tide […]
Women in Design: Past, Present and Future
Style Library and the D&D Building have dedicated the month of May as a time to celebrate the legacy of women in design. Style Library spearheaded the initiative, as one of their represented heritage brands, Morris & Co. is a contributor to this idea of honoring and preserving the history of design and those who […]
KERRY Q & A
Legendary Interior Designer, Kerry Joyce, will be making an appearance at the D&D Building’s Spring Market on May 22nd and we thought we would connect with the universally celebrated designer beforehand. In the following Q&A, Joyce articulately shares his thoughts on design trends, “design then vs. now”, and what it means to create intangible luxury. […]