DCH Spring Market, April 18

The Decorative Center Houston is well underway with preparations for Spring Market on April 18th. Highlights include:

11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Morning Keynote.
PaperCity Magazine presents DESIGN ACROSS DISCIPLINES
Design Across Disciplines ... Exploring aesthetics in design, architecture, photography, retail, product, and more.

PaperCity Magazine Editor-in-Chief Holly Moore and Features Editor Laurann Claridge will sit down with celebrated designers Blair Gordon, West Coast Interior Designer and founder of Windsor Smith Home Collection, Windsor Smith, interior architect Lauren Rottet, as well as the acclaimed design and cultural institution photographer, Scott Frances for a lively discussion exploring design across disciplines.
Please join PaperCity Magazine and the keynote panel for progressive keynote reception at Kravet, Suite 150 and a private gallery tour hosted by Scott Frances, Suite 1050. RSVP to 713.961.9292 ext. 1320 or email marketing@decorativecenter.com.

12:30 – 2:00 PM
Keynote Reception, Suite 1050


Scott Frances: MonoVisioN – Tour and Book Signing
Meet architecture and lifestyle photographer, Scott Frances for a private tour of his exhibition MonoVisioN followed by book signing.

AFTERNOON KEYNOTE
2:00 – 3:00 PM, Ground Floor Gallery

BILL STUBBS: MORE FUN MORE BUSINESS
Join Bill Stubbs, AD 100 interior designer, author and esteemed host of the Emmy nominated TV series, Moment of Luxury for a special Keynote entitled “More Fun More Business”. Learn from the master himself on how to grow your business in alignment with your passion.
Reception to follow at Schumacher, Suite 4017.
RSVP to 713.961.9292 ext. 1320 or email marketing@decorativecenter.com.

3:00 – 4:00 PM
Schumacher, Suite 4017
Keynote Champagne Reception and Open House

Please join Schumacher for a Keynote Champagne Reception and an Open House to celebrate the launch of the spring 2012 offerings at 3:00 PM in the showroom. The new collection includes Côte d’Azur, Indoor/Outdoor fabrics inspired by the French Riviera, and LuLu DK | Child, a joyful and sophisticated collection of prints and embroideries for children, from infants to teens.



And of course, Stars of Design, and the debut of Stars on the Rise




7:00 – 9:00 PM
Exhibition Opening Reception, Suite 1050

MonoVisioN
ScottFrances
Architectural Photography

Charles S. Cohen and Decorative Center Houston are pleased to present acclaimed design and cultural photographer, Scott Frances. A frequent contributor to such illustrious magazines as Architectural Digest, Vanity Fair, New York Times Magazine, and Departures. Scott has worked with many of the world’s most famous architects, designers and celebrities.

RSVP to 713.961.9292 ext. 1320 or email marketing@decorativecenter.com.

Visit DCH for the complete schedule.

DCH Spring Market Open House Programs

The Decorative Center Houston is teeming with showroom open houses for Spring Market throughout the day. Below are a few that that we highly recommend to stop by tomorrow—anytime from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

David Sutherland (Suite 170) invites you to Swoop, Swish and Swizzle your way into spring with Color Pops™ by Perennials® Fabrics! Candy colors, bold patterns and luxurious textures make the collection a must see. Enjoy sweet treats and a check out new textiles from A.K.A. Distribution and wallcoverings from Falls & Company. Sutherland® furniture will also debut a new woven classics collection.

Swing by JANUS et Cie (Suite 155) to feast your eyes on their newest furniture and textiles highlighted in the JANUSweave™ collection.

Traditional molas and other artifacts collected by William Randolph Hearst on his 1920’s trip to Panama are reinterpreted in Pindler & Pindler’s (Suite 4021) indoor/outdoor Hearst Castle®Collection.

Celebrate 30 years of luxury leather making at Edelman Leather (Suite 6001) with the re-launch of Water Buffalo, originally established in 1981. Also check out the new color collection EARTH in soft, durable Dream Cow.

Courtney & Co. showroom (Suite 130) offers light refreshments and a preview of the latest additions including Telafina, modern versions of classic themes using fresh color choices.  In addition, discover their newest to-the-trade products from several lines including Gaetano's wallcovering collection and EF+LM's Spring furniture line.

The Houston Showroom (Suite 2002) treats designers to the beauty and ease of Wools of New Zealand Brand carpets and rugs. Stop by for a chance to win the ultimate indulgence: a full year of luxury services including weekly massages, spa treatments and domestic services or a personal chef.

DCH Spring Market Highlights: Stars of Design Awards 2011

After celebrating the Stars of Design Awards in South Florida and Los Angeles, Charles S. Cohen, President and owner of the Cohen Design Centers, will present the annual awards to a group of Houston-based designers on April 27 at the Decorative Center Houston. The event will be part of DCH’s annual Spring Market, which is chock-full of great events this year.

The Stars of Design Awards commemorate the significant achievements and contributions by individuals in various fields of design including interior design, architecture, art, photography, graphic design, landscape design, and special recognition for lifetime achievement. They are selected by a jury of past award recipients.

This year’s recipients include P. Joe Shaffer; John Casbarian & Danny Samuels, Taft Architects; Aaron Parazette; Paula Savage Hansen, Savage, Inc.; Melissa Borrell, Melissa Borrell Design and Keiji Asakura, Asakura Robinson Company.

Visit http://www.decorativecenter.com/ for more information on Spring Market at the DCH.