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Boston Design Center is New England’s largest luxury design resource and the ultimate destination for the design industry. Housing 50 showrooms, the BDC has served design professionals and their clients for over 30 years, providing unrivaled product selection and design expertise.

Boston Design Center

Join us during the 11th annual Boston Design Week for an immersive day of design, dialogue, and discovery with BDC's various showrooms.

<p>From the colorful Manuel Canovas 2024 Collection at Cowtan &amp; Tout's Open House to intriguing panel discussions about the future of design and the influences of AI, your day will be filled with inspiration. Explore vibrant collections, uncover design secrets through enlightening panels, and mingle with top designers during book signings, teas, and open houses. This day-long event promises to stir your imagination and deepen your appreciation for design. Special guests will include David Netto, Jenna Talbot, Berson and Nina Farmer, Brian Sawyer, Philip Gorrivan, Melanie Milner, Darren Henault, Pam Forman, Benjamin Reynaert, Michael J. Lee, Jesse Carrier, Mara Miller, and more. Visit our <a href="https://www.bostondesign.com/events/springmarket2024" title="https://www.bostondesign.com/events/springmarket2024" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">website</a> for more information. </p>

Panel Discussions

Join Visual Comfort to dive into the dynamic design and publishing world in the upcoming panel discussion, "Getting Published: How to Style and Shoot Projects for Editorial Impact." This engaging talk, moderated by Jaci Conry, editor-in-chief of Boston Home, spans the creative process from ideation to execution. Expert panelists, including Benjamin Reynaert of Domino Style, revered photographer Michael J. Lee, and innovative designers Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller of Carrier and Company, will share their wisdom on crafting visually striking projects for successful editorial publication. Don't miss this unique opportunity to glean priceless insights from top industry professionals. 

Getting Published: How to Style and Shoot Editorial Impact

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.

Splendid India: A Journey Through Design

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.

Beyond the Walls: A Panel on Crafting Timeless Spaces


Step inside the imaginative design world at the upcoming panel discussion: "Creative Collaboration: Architecture, Interiors, and Landscapes." Moderated by Jenna Talbott, editor-in-chief of New England Home, this lively talk will explore the synergistic possibilities in the fields of architecture, interior design, and landscaping. Esteemed panelists and industry leaders David Netto of David Netto Design, Brian Sawyer of Sawyer | Berson, and Nina Farmer of Nina Farmer Interiors will share their rich experiences and insights relating to their respective fields, highlighting the power and aesthetic value of creative collaboration.

Creative Collaboration: Architecture, Interiors, and Landscapes

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.

Designing Tomorrow's Homes: Exploring AI's Influence on the Design Industry 

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.

Barclay Butera: Creating a Design Empire

Open Houses

Please join Cowtan & Tout in their showroom in Suite 316 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. Light refreshments will be served.

Cowtan & Tout Open House

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.

Phillip Jeffries Open House

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.

Kravet Open House

Join JANUS et Cie in their showroom in Suite 120E 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.

JANUS et Cie Open House

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

Avery Boardman | Ferrell Mittman Open House

Join Stark Carpet in their showroom in suite 117W 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.

Stark Carpet Open House

Thorp of London has arrived! Join Pierre Frey in their showroom in Suite 322 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.

Pierre Frey Open House

Scalamandre invites guests to drop into their showroom in Suite 101 for libations from 2-4 PM.

Scalamandre Open House

Book Signings

"Defining Chic: Carrier and Company Interiors" Book Signing

"David Netto" Book Signing

"Sawyer | Berson Houses and Landscapes" Book Signing

"Timeless by Design" Book Signing

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