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Trending in Spring 2022

Trending in Spring 2022

We use trending information to understand how our environment, society and world influences are affecting what we want to surround ourselves with, in our own spaces…

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When attending High Point Market in NC, we always attend two special seminars that focus on the topic of current and upcoming trends. Its not that we designers are necessarily using this information to design to a particular trend, but rather to understand how our environment, society and world influences are affecting what we want to surround ourselves with, in our own spaces.

And just to clarify, a trend is something that sticks around for several years, a fad is something short lived and fleeting.

Patti Carpenter is a Global Trend Ambassador that has designed, sourced and created innovative private label products for many high end retail stores and manufacturers. Her work is based on her experience traveling and speaking in 57 different countries throughout her career.

Julie Smith Vincenti, owner of Nine Muses Media specializes in custom content and trend forecasting for home furnishings brands, through her boutique media and communications company.

Both had arrived at similar conclusions on trending colors, textures and materials. Julie had broken it down into three distinct categories:

GROWTH: pastoral scenes, idyllic landscapes, emerging neutrals- browns eclipsing grays.

SYNTHESIS: technology meets tradition, textures, styles, imagination, resilience, unique finishes, dynamic

ELATION: color, positivity, expression, upbeat, accent furniture, wall decor, area rugs

COLORS to watch: indigo blue, purple, deep passion red, leafy green, blue-green, yellow-green, sage, red brown, terra cotta, coral, warm white, mushroom colors, matte black, black & white contrast…

MATERIAL/MOTIFS to watch: cane, rattan, fibre weaving, mixed materials on individual furniture pieces, earthen glazing, botanical references, arc & arch shapes, geometric, solid forms, colorful glass…

Holiday Design Newsletter, 2023

Have you envisioned your perfect holiday home that will be the backdrop for your party celebrations? Picture a beautifully designed table, a welcoming ambiance, and the delight of friends and family gathered around…

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Speaker Event~ Sarah Von Dreele

The Design Lab at our Interior Design studio in Croton on Hudson, NY, recently played host to an extraordinary evening that brought artistry to life. Principal Denise Wenacur curated a unique experience by visiting the home and studio of the talented artist, Sarah Von Dreele then invited her to speak at The Design Studio to give attendees a rare opportunity to witness the magic of her work in progress.

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Podcast Talk: Design-Build

Kricia Palmer, Medical Doctor turned Interior Designer, interviewed Principal Denise Wenacur on her Podcast called The Design Doctor. Listen to the informative conversation about the specialized world of Design-Build, and how to avoid making costly mistakes!

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Grand Opening Event

Our new Studio called The Design Lab is an environment created to cultivate imagination, creativity and curiosity. What better way to celebrate its launch than with a Grand Opening Party and Inaugural Speaker Event!

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New Studio Ribbon Cutting

We were HONORED to have Mayor Pugh and the Trustees to our new studio location to officiate a special ribbon cutting ceremony. It was lovely to host an Open House for the community with some of our business neighbors too…

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Redfin Feature

We were named a local expert by Redfin! Check out this feature article on the sophistication and allure of the color black…

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August Design Newsletter, 2023

We are so excited for the progress on our new Design-Build project.
This lake house has been in the family since the 1970’s. With their growing family, it was time to make some much needed changes to better utilize the space and capitalize on the fantastic lake views…

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J’adore Paris

It is easy to understand why Paris is called the City of Love and Lights when you visit.

There is a relaxed lightness in the air, a sense that time is slower, and that it is more important to have a cup of coffee with a friend than to rush to an appointment…

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Market Review, Spring 2023

This year at Spring Market we were able to discover rugs made from Recycled PET Yarn. PET yarn is created from plastic bottles and 100% sustainable. PET yarn has excellent performance attributes as it is stain and weather resistant. So we say it is ‘LIVABLE LUXURY’ approved!

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Artist: Terry Gubitose, Fine Art Paintings

My Mother, Terry Gubitose Devenuti (5.14.38 – 3.21.23) was a long time Westchester NY resident and professional artist and painter all of her life. Her inspiration came from the beauty and movement of water, nature, and the interaction of people…

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March Design Newsletter, 2023

What if every time you came home you felt like you were on vacation? What if every time you walked in the door you felt like you could finally relax, decompress and catch your breath? Our featured Master Suite project is the perfect example of our Livable Luxury Solution!

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Nov. Design Newsletter, 2022

Autumn is nearing the end with bright colored leaves changing to dark brown, and grey branches and tree trunks signaling that winter is near. We are now excited to focus on the Holidays with family and friends gathering and dining together in beautifully decorated homes…

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The common element throughout is good design. There’s always a reason why an element is chosen for a certain place, whether it’s a colorful painting in a room or a specific fabric on a chair. There’s also a functionality to every item that is unique to each project’s solution. It’s sort of like an oversized jigsaw puzzle with a place and reason for each piece.

“Your rooms are like a painting. Each component is a brushstroke to create the whole picture. It’s magic every time!”