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May 1, 2024

Join us during the 11th annual Boston Design Week for a full day of programming with the Boston Design Center’s showrooms.


Schedule

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cowtan & Tout | Open House | Cowtan & Tout Showroom, Suite 316

Please join Cowtan & Tout for an Open House to view the newly introduced Manuel Canovas 2024 Collection. This offering is a genuine style statement, featuring a repertoire of multicolored decorative designs alongside exquisite small-scale patterns suitable for upholstery, performance fabrics, graphic jacquards, vibrant semi-plains, and trimmings. On view all throughout the day at Suite 316. Light refreshments will be served.


9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Visual Comfort | Panel | Suite 332

Getting Published: How to Style and Shoot Projects for Editorial Impact

Moderated by Jaci Conry, Editor in Chief, Boston Home

Panelists include Benjamin Reynaert of Domino Style, Photographer Michael J. Lee, Jesse Carrier, and Mara Miller, both of Carrier and Company.


10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Visual Comfort | Book Signing | Visual Comfort Showroom, Suite 120W

Defining Chic: Carrier and Company Interiors, Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller


11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Splendid India: A Journey Through Design | Panel | Suite 332

Inspired by a transformative trip to northern India led by award-winning designer Vani Sayeed, this panel will engage guests in a stimulating conversation with prominent designers Dane Austin, Jill Litner Kaplan, Alisha Serras, Niki Serras, and Vani Sayeed about their experiences during the Splendid India trip, the design inspirations they garnered from their travels, and the artistic creations they gathered and are displaying in the Boston Design Center. A captivating collection of art and photography created by participants of the Splendid India trip and esteemed interior designers, architects, and design industry professionals from across the United States will be on display at the Boston Design Center from April 23 to May 5.


Phillip Jeffries | Destination Collection Preview | Phillip Jeffries Showroom, Suite 232

Join Phillip Jeffries for fun in the sun with the new May 2024 collection Destination - Escape to island living where gorgeous sunsets, lush botanicals, and breezy afternoons inspire a carefree and luxurious style. Sip, shop, and enjoy a sneak preview of the new collections. Your tropical oasis awaits.


Kravet | Open House | Kravet Showroom, Suite 300

Join Kravet and Christa O'Leary of Home in Harmony Designs to preview their upcoming launch of coastal-chic pickleball paddle covers designed in Kravet Couture's Casa Botanica. Hailing from Hingham, Massachusetts, designer O'Leary is known for her East Coast "Nantucket meets Palm Beach” aesthetic. Elevate your game and style from court to resort by pre-ordering this refreshing and tropical collaboration ahead of launch. Open house from 11 AM - 6 PM.


Farrow & Ball | Panel | Designer Lounge, Second Floor

Beyond the Walls: A Panel on Crafting Timeless Spaces

Join Farrow & Ball and Modern Luxury Interiors Boston for an inspiring panel discussion as they delve 'Beyond the Walls' into the realm of interior design. Discover the artistry of crafting timeless spaces with renowned designers Philip Gorrivan, Melanie Millner, Darren Henault, and Pam Forman, whose accolades and expertise span from the serene coasts of Maine to the vibrant landscapes of Atlanta. In this discussion, panelists will explore the intricate narratives, boundless creativity, and timeless tricks that help immerse a homeowner's life into every room. The panel will be followed by a book signing of Philip Goorivan's new book Authentic Interiors: Rooms That Tell Stories in the Farrow & Ball showroom, Suite #201.


12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Waterworks | Panel | Suite 332

Creative Collaboration: Architecture, Interiors, and Landscapes

Moderated by Jenna Talbott, Editor in Chief, New England Home

Panelists include David Netto of David Netto Design, Brian Sawyer of Sawyer | Berson, and Nina Farmer of Nina Farmer Interiors.


1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

Waterworks | Book Signings | Waterworks Showroom, Suite 19-120W

David Netto, David Netto

Sawyer | Berson Houses and Landscapes, Brian J. Sawyer and John Berson

Timeless by Design, Nina Farmer


2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Jewett Farms + Co. | Panel | Suite 332

Designing Tomorrow's Homes: Exploring AI's Influence on Interior Design, Architecture, Marketing and Media

Presented by Jewett Farms + Co. and Modern Luxury Interiors Boston. Join us for a timely discussion on the swift rise of AI in the design industry. Our panel will take a deeper look at the pros and cons of this new technology, the changes it brings to the way we design, and how AI impacts our trust in what we see online. The discussion will be followed by a light reception with drinks and snacks at the Jewett Farms + Co. showroom, suite 235. RSVP here.


Phillip Jeffries | Destination Collection Preview | Phillip Jeffries Showroom, Suite 232

Join Phillip Jeffries for fun in the sun with the new May 2024 collection Destination - Escape to island living where gorgeous sunsets, lush botanicals, and breezy afternoons inspire a carefree and luxurious style. Sip, shop, and enjoy a sneak preview of the new collections. Your tropical oasis awaits.


JANUS et Cie | Open House | JANUS et Cie Showroom, Suite 120E

Join JANUS et Cie for an open house to browse the latest outdoor furnishings, including the elegant Ares Collection crafted from intricately woven rope, durable mesh, and premium teak in a Driftwood finish. Light refreshments will be served.


Scalamandre | Open House | Scalamandre Showroom, Suite 101

Scalamandre invites guests to drop in for libations from 2-4 PM.


Avery Boardman | Ferrell Mittman | Open House | Avery Boardman | Ferrell Mittman Showroom, Suite 320

Join Avery Boardman | Ferrell Mittman in their showroom in Suite 320 for a demonstration and discussion about the cleanable technology of Crypton-treated fabrics! Enjoy a sweet treat from our ice cream cart! RSVP: boston@ferrellmittman.com


3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Pierre Frey | Afternoon Tea & Thorp of London Spotlight | Pierre Frey Showroom, Suite 322

Thorp of London has arrived! Join Pierre Frey for afternoon tea and refreshments to celebrate this exceptional collection of patterns inspired by a captivating English countryside. The collection includes fabric and wallpapers screen-printed by hand in bespoke prints and made to order.


Stark Carpet | Presentation | Stark Carpet Showroom, Suite 117W

Join Stark Carpet for a captivating 45-minute presentation unraveling the intricacies of choosing the ideal high-end rug or carpet crafted from superior performance fibers. Delve deep into the manufacturing process and appreciate the advantages of stain resistance, ease of cleaning, and the long-lasting nature of these products. Engage in meaningful discussion around the pros and cons of the fibers and examine the range of potential installations for these versatile products. This presentation will be your passport to becoming a rug selection connoisseur, skillfully combining style and substance in a mesmerizing rhythm of durability.


4:00 PM-5:00 PM

Kravet | Lecture | Suite 332

Barclay Butera: Creating a Design Empire

West Coast icon and interior Designer Barclay Butera reflects on the last three decades in interior design, licensing, publishing, and more. Butera shares some of his life lessons and experiences in the business, discusses his numerous accomplishments and teaching moments, and reveals what lies ahead on the horizon. A reception in the Kravet showroom, suite 300, will immediately follow the lecture.