Design Days at The Houston Design District

The Houston Design District is thrilled to host a line-up of design talent for its 2nd annual spring event, Design Days, on Wednesday, April 5 and Thursday, April 6. The two-day event will showcase the latest in interior design with lectures, panel discussions, open houses and more.

Wednesday, April 5: 10 a.m. with Nina Magon, Nina Magon Studio "Next Level: Great design and how to leverage it for more"

Kicking off the two-day event is Nina Magon, named Entrepreneur of the Year by Houston’s Asian Chamber of Commerce late last year, Magon has taken her design firm beyond the usual boundaries, with a 50-piece furniture collection with Universal Furniture, lighting collection, and home goods featured recently at Bergdorf Goodman. In addition to putting her touch on beautiful homes, both in the United States and internationally, through her interior design firm, Nina Magon Studio, she has also designed exquisite retail and hospitality sites such as the new Zadok Jewelers building and 51Fifteen Cuisine and Cocktails at Saks Fifth Avenue. Hosted by James Craig Furnishings, Showroom 298 at The Houston Design Center

Wednesday, April 5: 11:15 a.m. with Mary Lambrakos, Lambrakos Studio "The Intersection of Art and Design"

Join Mary Lambrakos of Lambrakos Studio for an engaging conversation on the intrinsic symbiosis of art and interior design. Mary will share her unique perspective on how uniting art and design forges unforgettable environments that speak to a compelling narrative. Expanding on how the installation of a piece by Carlos Cruz-Diez transformed the entry of her most recent project into an ever-changing tapestry of light, Mary will explore the power of art and its ability to create immersive experiences. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or a seasoned interior designer, this promises to be a stimulating exploration of the varied ways art informs design and shapes our experience of home. Hosted by James Craig Furnishings, Showroom 298 at The Houston Design Center

Wednesday, April 5: 1 p.m. with Gin Braverman, Gin Design & David Cordua "Inside the Collaborative Storytelling of Restaurant Design"

Gin Braverman's varied design career has taken her all over the world, but in recent years, she has become a go-to designer for the hospitality industry. Gin Design Group’s list of hotspots in Houston alone is lengthy, and includes such food and beverage concepts as Mala Sichuan, Eunice, Ginger Kale, Goodnight Charlies, Daily Gather and more; plus a boutique hotel, the Bungalows at La Colombe d'Or. Joining Gin will be Chef David Cordua whose new concept The Lymbar, designed by Gin Design Group, is a bar-forward restaurant he’s opened with his father, Michael Cordua, in The Ion. An ambassador for Houston’s food community, David Cordua has done much to promote the varied food scene in our diverse city. Hosted by Thorntree Slate & Marble, Showroom 167 at Houston Design Center

Wednesday, April 5: 2 p.m. with Lucinda Loya, Lucinda Loya Interiors "INTERIORS with a PASSION: TEXTURE + COLOR = LIFESTYLE! Let your STYLE lead you." There is a palette for every story. Dress the home with a fashionable and timeless approach and take chances! Lucinda Loya might be Houston’s most glamorous interior designer, a Best Dressed Hall of Fame member, she’s also a fixture on the city’s philanthropic scene, leading by example with her work for child advocacy, along with the arts and cultural organizations. She’s been named to the Salonniere 100 list of America’s most notable party hosts and her interior design style feels heavily influenced by fashion and is found in homes and businesses all over the country. The homes she designs pop with color and are filled with stylish and sexy furnishings and finishes. Hosted by Thorntree Slate & Marble, Showroom 167 at Houston Design Center

Thursday, April 6: 10 am – 4 pm. Spring Celebration & Open Houses Participating showrooms in The Houston Design District will feature what’s new for spring and summer, along with designer presentations and festive hospitality.

Schedule of Events:

Thursday, April 6: 10 AM Opening Reception with Memorial Lifestyle & Designer Talk "The Beauty of Rugs…………Past, Present and Future Trends" with Joann Crawford, Loloi Rugs Hosted by Scene One Interiors Showroom 109

Thursday, April 6 : 11 AM Open House & Designer Talk "The Birth of the ASID Texas Gulf Coast Designer Show House" with Victoria Sheffield, Victoria Sheffield Design Hosted by Design House Showroom 115

Thursday, April 6: NOON Celebrate the new Fabric House! Come tour the newly remodeled showroom. See more than 100 lines of fine fabrics, wallpapers, window coverings, custom furnishings, area rugs & artisanal finds. Enjoy a light luncheon & refreshments Hosted by Fabric House Showroom 159

Thursday, April 6: 1PM Open House, Desserts & Architecture Presentation "The Credit Human Project - The Process, Sustainability Aspects & Workspace Strategies" with Randall Walker, AIA, LEED AP with Kirksey Architects Hosted by Johnson Simon Resources Showroom 161

Thursday, April 6: 2 PM FAO in Design Open House, Reception & Designer Talk with Bilal Rehman Come tour the redesigned FAO in Design Showroom and experience their unique collection of faux botanicals and artisan quality décor. Meet the viral Houston-based designer Bilal Rehman who has gained notoriety for his experience-based designs which heavily focus on stimulating all the senses. Enjoy festive Hospitality, drawings, door prizes and more! Hosted by FAO in Design at 7069 Old Katy Road (Behind Joyce Horne Antiques)

Tickets are required to attend each event and open houses. Seating is limited. For complete schedule of events please visit https://designdays2023.eventbrite.com For more information, call 713-864-2660.

Sponsors of Design Days include The Houston Design District, The Houston Design Center, Design House, Fabric House, FAO in Design, Johnson-Simon Resources, Scene One Interiors, Houston Chronicle, Memorial Lifestyle, ASID/TGCC, Rombauer and Acqua Panna/San Pellegrino.