Andrew Martin's now at the DCH

We're mad for Andrew Martin's collection of pillows and accessories. We're thrilled that they're now open at the DCH (Suite 1050). Cushion, fabrics, wallpapers, accessories, you name it. Whatever your style, whether tongue in cheek or traditional, there's something for everyone.









In addition to showrooms at the DDB (Suite 111), PDC (Suite G295) and DCOTA (Suite C126), we can't wait to shop the assortment in Texas! Here's a look back to some of their latest introductions we shared earlier this summer.

Andrew Martin gets playful

If summer isn't the time to lighten up, when is? Andrew Martin gets into the spirit with these whimsical pillows (many available as fabric by the yard as well). Perfect for a beach house, and a great alternative to a traditional hostess gift -- at least for your friends with a sense of humor! Pictured above is 60s Show, printed on cotton.


I Want To Be, printed on cotton


Croupier, printed on cotton


Scoops, printed on linen-cotton blend


Wild West, printed on linen-cotton blend

Visit the showrooms at the PDC (Suite G295), DCOTA (Suite C126) and DDB (Suite 111) to explore the complete collection.

July 19: DCOTA's Custom Furnishings day

The second event in the DCOTA's International Design celebration will take place on July 19. Devoted to custom furniture, carpets and textiles the day kicks off at 11am with a keynote on how classic design remains relevant today. Here's a run through of what else is in store for the day.


Reagan Hayes, president of Reagan Hayes, Inc., Yasmina Benazzou, Director, Design & Creative Development for Tai Ping Carpets, and Christine Aliverto, Director of US Operations for Andrew Martin will discuss how classic design today is not lacking in luster and freshness, it is simply timeless. Each will captivate with their own unique expression of how “timeless” can stem from texture to clean lines and all that is in between the two.



Keynote lunch reception at David Sutherland, Suite C-450 followed by dessert and coffee at Andrew Martin, Suite C-126, and wine reception at Tai Ping/Edward Fields, Suite C-228.

1–3pm, Decorative Crafts, Suite B-218
Meet the Artist, Oscar Acosta, “Beaches” Landscape. Oscar joins us once again to share his talent bringing tranquility and harmony through his beachscapes.

3–4pm
Jaime Perczek Design, Suite C-468
Perczek offers you the opportunity to recognize and harness the positive energy both inside and in our surroundings. As a specialist personally interviews you, probing into the energy and emotions of the person you are and identifying what details will best suit your spirit and create harmony and balance in your surroundings. This is a holistic approach to furniture design that starts with the person that will live in and with the piece created. The designs are one-of-a-kind originals – each custom made to promote well being, bring comfort, showcase top quality and offer great value. Perczek's Portovita bar design is pictured at top.

Andrew Martin trompe l'oeil

Would you believe this is a wallpaper? In fact, all of the backgrounds here are paper!

Timber in Driftwood with sofa upholstered in Mackintosh in Fawn

Stop by the Andrew Andrew Martin showrooms, at the DDB, PDC, and DCOTA and see for yourself.


Atlantis wallpaper in Cement with chair upholstered in Hoffman in Mole

Cheaper than stocking a library with books, lighter than stacking logs, suitcases or bricks!


Library paper in Stone with sofa upholstery in Needle in Taupe

An almost-instant fix that completely transforms a room.


Luggage paper in Leather with a pillow in Mohican in Red


Lumberjack paper in Beech and seat cushion in Tomahawk in Brick

Sample Sale Alert: Floor Sample Sales in DDB's Andrew Martin’s Showroom

A floor sample sale at the DDB's Andrew Martin showroom is going on now, and sales of up to 70 percent off can be found all over the showroom.

Lasting as long as supplies do, this massive sale can be found at the Andrew Martin showroom at the DDB Annex in Suite 111.

Sample Sale Alert: Sales Abound in Andrew Martin's New Showroom

A floor sample sale at the new Andrew Martin showroom in the DCOTA is going on now, and sales of up to 80 percent off can be found all over the showroom.

Lasting as long as supplies do, this massive sale can also be found at the Andrew Martin showroom at the DDB Annex in Suite 111 and the PDC in Suite G295. Make your way over, and let us know what you find!

Product Pick: Andrew Martin Is Decking the Walls this Winter

The Andrew Martin showroom is standing out once more with unique wallcoverings to deck any wall you can think of. We love the selection and can't wait to pick out our own.

"The wallcoverings are really fun, and Andrew Martin always offers such an enormous variety of colorways and sizes," said a designer browsing the showroom. "My clients love Andrew Martin's flair because it pairs so well with any interior style. I'm shopping for a Baroque-styled living room right now, and I've got my eye on the Galuchat wallcovering (below) for it!"

Stop by the Andrew Martin showroom at the DDB, PDC, DCH, or DCOTA and deck your walls with style.

Design Books: “Interior Design Review Volume 15” Arrives at Andrew Martin

The eagerly anticipated annual Interior Design Review Volume 15 has arrived at Andrew Martin, and we can wait to get our hands on it and crack it open.

If you can't get into the showroom soon to pick up your copy, you may also place an order by calling 310-855-5003 or emailing infola@andrewmartin.us. Let us know what you think!

Sample Sale Alert: Andrew Martin Wishes a Happy New Year with Sales

Andrew Martin is celebrating the new year with a Super Sample Sale. New collections of wallpapers have arrived and are the first thing you should see when you pop into the showroom for the sale.

The new Engineer wallpaper collection is getting rave reviews, and the latest products filling up the showroom make a trip even better. If that's not enough to whet your palette, Andrew Martin is offering up to 70 percent off select items in the showroom. Our favorites are Atlantic and Isambard, both available in multiple colorways.

Andrew Martin wishes you a super 2012. Visit Andrew Martin online to sneak a peek at some of the newest products before you get there!

Andrew Martin Shares Favorites

After recently spending an afternoon with Andrew Martin company representatives, we learned about some of the product they especially love at Andrew Martin this year. Here's a look at some of the favorites among the staff of Andrew Martin Fabric, like Laundry, shown above. Click the links to read more on these fabulous fabrics.


Shown above, the fabric Botanist upholsters darling seat cushions and throw pillows in red colorways.


Shown above, Mendoza fabric is one of Andrew Martin's Inventor-themed Fall fabrics, shown in the Malbec colorway covering an armed desk chair.


Shown above, the Debussy fabric is another of Andrew Martin's newest Fall fabrics.
Stay tuned to GoDesignGo next week we share the highlights of Andrew Martin Wallpaper.

Sample Sale Alert: Andrew Martin's Winter Sale

A massive sale is happening at the Andrew Martin showroom at the DDB and we can't wait to get ourselves over to do some massive shopping.

Lasting as long as supplies do, this massive sale offers 70 percent off Andrew Martin product in the showroom. Make your way over and let us know what you find!

Andrew Martin Shares Favorites

Andrew Martin representatives recently spent an afternoon with us to share some of the product they especially love this year. Here's a look at some of the favorites among the staff of Andrew Martin Fabric, like Botanist, shown above. Click the links to read more on these fabulous fabrics.

Shown above, the fabric Creel covers darling matching armchairs.

Shown above, Rudder fabric is one of Andrew Martin's newest Fall fabrics.

Shown above, Library fabric is another of Andrew Martin's newest Fall fabrics.

Stay tuned to GoDesignGo next week as we share the highlights of Andrew Martin Wallpaper.

PDC Fall Market Recap: California Home+Design Celebrates with Andrew Martin

The Pacific Design Center's Fall Market has passed but we've got plenty of highlights from the day to share. The Andrew Martin showroom was packed to the brim for newly appointed executive editor Erin Feher and the staff of California Home+Design's party to celebrate a new look and a new digital issue.

Party goers lifted a glass to the magazine’s redesign and innovation while enjoying a bite and perusing the pages. Some even had the chance to dance along with the magazine's new editor. Guests brought business cards to participate in a raffle of Andrew Martin product.

California Home+Design wrote about the event: "It was a private, invitation-only celebration with some of Southern California's most innovative, influential figures in the architecture, design, decorating, builder, artisan and craftwork communities—including some of this year's Ten Architects To Watch!"

Stay tuned to GoDesignGo for more on the PDC's Fall Market recaps.

Where in the DDB?

Think you can guess which DDB showroom we snapped these two photographs in? Leave us a comment with your guess to show us how well you know the DDB. The answer will be in next week's Where in the DDB? post.

Hint: This French company of international recognition is a family-run business established in the heart of Paris in 1928. The company is best known for its creation of trimmings and design of decorative curtain poles, fabrics and accessories.

If you guessed the Andrew Martin showroom for last week's Where in the DDB? post, you're right!

DDB Spring Market Buzz: Andrew Martin Kick-Off Party (cont.)

Martin Waller, Managing Director of Andrew Martin got the DDB Spring Market started on the right foot, discussing how the showroom translates crafts and cultural traditions found on Martin's world travels into stylish and contemporary creations.

Marketing Associate Millie Massa and Design Professional Jason Lowe chatted with us after the speech and gave us their thoughts on Martin's wild takes.

"Martin Waller is the explorer, the world traveler, the treasure hunter and the designer," said Millie. "He is very Indiana Jones, except the dig is for a fabulous couch instead of the fountain of youth!"

"If you ever have the opportunity to see Martin Waller speak about his extensive world travels, do not miss it," Jason said. "He has been to every faraway place that any of us have ever wanted to visit, and his stories give you direct insight into the aesthetic direction he has taken his company."

Following Martin's speech, the music was turned up and guests relaxed amongst the Andrew Martin collections with a clearer vision of the stories behind them. Martin didn't finish his speech, however, without ensuring us, "exotic lands aren't the only places to shop and find product, but they do define our Company and the source of our inspiration."

DDB Spring Market Buzz: Andrew Martin Kick-Off Party

The Andrew Martin showroom got the DDB Spring Market off to a running start with high style and a presentation as fabulous and fearless as any Andrew Martin product, given by none other than Managing Director Martin Waller. Discussing how he translates crafts and cultural traditions found on his world travels into stylish and contemporary creations, we couldn't help but be completely captivated and increasingly excited for Spring Market.

"When I was a little boy, I got sick while I was away at boarding school," Martin explained. "My mother sent me a Reader's Digest about travel, and it was filled with faraway places, exotic creatures, beautiful people and magnificent fabrics and furniture! Ever since, I've wanted to claim that world and way of living for myself. I wanted to share it with everyone."

Martin told his audience some of his most vibrant and humorous tales of travel, teasing the crowd with his English humor and charm from one story to the next.

"When I was on the Niger River in Africa, I fell in love with a dark-haired beauty, but she clearly belonged to another man. I knew she was interested in me because she let me stroke her hair and whisper in her ear. I'm not proud to say that when we reached shore, some money was exchanged—about $35—and she was mine. The only problem that every befell her and I after that moment were the immediate questions following the transaction of whether I would sacrifice her, for she was a goat."

Stay tuned to GoDesignGo later today for more on the Andrew Martin kick-off party for the DDB Spring Market.

DDB Spring Market Highlights: Deborah Needleman Hosts Keynote

Spring Market kicks off at the DDB on Tuesday, May 10, and we can't wait! There’s a full line-up of talent including the first-ever keynote by WSJ Magazine editor Deborah Needleman.


The first day begins with a reception at the Andrew Martin showroom to celebrate the visionary Managing Director Martin Waller. Martin will show how he translates crafts and cultural traditions found on his world travels into stylish and contemporary creations. His signature look integrates color, textured fabrics and unique cultural artifacts.


The second day, Wednesday May 11, kicks off with a morning keynote with Deborah Needleman, Editor in Chief of WSJ Magazine titled What's Next in Decorating? We can’t wait to meet panelists Sara Ruffin Costello, WSJ Columnist; David Netto, WSJ Contributing Editor and Decorator; and Miles Redd, Decorator. They will discuss design trends, media representation and a vision of what's on the horizon for our clients and our industry.  The Fortuny showroom will host a reception immediately following the panel.


The day continues with over 30 showroom programs featuring an abundance of new product and presentations by our most inspired colleagues.



Stay tuned to GoDesignGo for more on the DDB's Spring Market Highlights and visit here for more.

Event Spotlight: BritWeek at Pacific Design Center

In the wake of the Royal wedding, what better way to celebrate British design than at the PDC's BritWeek! The day-long series of events celebrates the rich connections between Britain and Southern California.

Lee Jofa (Suite B639) from 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. hosts afternoon tea, a presentation by top British designers, and a showcase of UK-inspired products.

Martin Waller, President of Andrew Martin International, will moderate a keynote panel with British tastemakers in the worlds of design, art, fashion and entertainment who will discuss the cross pollinations of cultures. Event takes place from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Blue Conference Center.

Immediately following the panel discussion, don't miss the Rock n' Roll reception in the Andrew Martin Showroom (Suite B292) from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. The party starts with bon vivant Brit wit Anthony Haden-Guest telling tales and sharing inspirations from his new book of cartoons and dark light verse, In The Mean Time: The Other Ends of the World. Afterward, old school British invasion rock n' roll meets the latest designs from London for an internationally famous Andrew Martin party, sponsored by LUXE Interiors + Design Magazine and Grey Goose.

For more information on BritWeek, visit http://www.pacificdesigncenter.com/#/programs-events/.

Andrew Martin Launch at DCOTA featured Cirque du Soleil

Last Wednesday, the new Andrew Martin Showroom grand opening featured a dramatic mix of circus arts and street entertainment hosted by Clo and Charles Cohen.

“Collaborating with Cirque De Soleil to welcome Andrew Martin International to the DCOTA was perfect. The atmosphere was youthful, inspired and a celebration of a sophisticated brand,” said Robert Contini, VP of Marketing at Cohen Design Centers.

Get a preview of some of the action in the photos below.

Martyn Lawrence-Bullard Receives the 2010 International Interior Designer of the Year Award

A star-filled night at Pacific Design Center as Martyn Lawrence-Bullard was presented with the 2010 International Interior Designer of the Year Award on October 18, 2010.

Kelly Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne helped Martin Waller present the award during a ceremony that included performances by pop diva Taylor Dayne. Ellen Pompeo, Downtown Julie Brown, Cheryl Tiegs, Niecy Nash, Shannon Dougherty, Lisa VanderPump, Camille Grammer, Lance Bass, Michelle Hicks, Ioan Gruffudd, Kathyrn Ireland, Vidal Sassoon all toasted Martyn. The celebration included a reveal of the new Andrew Martin showroom in the Green Building of PDC.

Since 1996, Andrew Martin has sponsored the International Interior Designer of the Year Award. Winners have included Kelly Hoppen, Jamie Drake, Axel Vervoordt and Thomas Pheasant. The award is known as the Oscars of Interior Design.
(above, L-R: Martin Waller, Kelly Osbourne, Martyn Lawrence-Bullard, Sharon Osbourne) Photo: Evans Vestal Ward/Pacific Design Center