June 12: Beverly Vosko on Green Design and Amazing American Antiques

On Tuesday June 12, the DDB will host Houstonian interior designer Beverly Vosko for two great presentations. Vosko, an allied Member ASID, RID, CAPS, L.E.E.D Green Associate, and CGP (Certified Green Professional), has taught interior design at both Rice University and the University of Houston. For the past 10 years, she has run a continuing education company called InteriorDesign-ED.

Vosko knows a thing or two about education: she graduated Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania, studied Art History at Harvard University, received her MBA in Marketing from NYU Stern Graduate Business School, and completed her Antiques training at Sotheby's in London, and her Design training from the Inchbald School of Design and Houston Community College!

-Green Design with Beverly Vosko .1 Complementary CEU | AIA and ASID Certified
COMPLIMENTARY CEU, 11AM Presentation. Lunch reception to follow at Maya Romanoff, Suite 922.
A Designers Guide to Green Design. To register, contact RSVP@ddbuilding.com or call 212.759.2969.

-Amazing American Antiques   | One Day | .6 CEU Credited Course | AIA and ASID Certified
9AM-11AM: Amazing American Antiques The William and Mary and Queen Anne Periods (.2 CEU)
11AM-12PM: Optional Complimentary Guide to Green Design CE Course
12PM-1PM: Lunch Reception at Maya Romanoff, Suite 922.
1PM- 5PM:  Amazing American Antiques The Chippendale Period (.2 CEU)  and Amazing American Antiques The Federal and Classical Periods (.2 CEU)
This .6CE credit course is a survey of the history of American Antiques and its relationship in the contemporary marketplace. COST: $275. Register online at InteriorDesign-ED or call 713-464-0055.

A peak inside the bloggers' goodie bags

As a BIG thank you to the participants of last week's DDB Spring Market, the 20 bloggers went home with some very nice treats, most of which were one-off, specially created batches. Many showrooms showed their thanks for the bloggers' attention, coverage and participation with goodies ranging from tote bags to pens to jewelry. Thanks to everyone who donated, and once again to the bloggers for all of their great reporting. (We'll continue to share all that the bloggers have to say in their post-market recaps, so keep checking back.)

ANICHINI: Merino Wool Scarves, made in Italy from 100% Merino wool, and renowned for their soft, silky feel. Designs are exclusive to Anichini
CREATION BAUMANN: Umbrellas
CRESTRON: Zipdrives, that are both techy and adorable
DONGHIA: Leather Notebooks, made with a soft cover and lined pages to document your every design need
GRACIE: iPhone Case, with Gracie’s scenic hand-painted wallpaper, combining the finest level of hand painted detail typical of the 18th century Chinese designs with a modern bold orange accent
HOLLAND & SHERRY: Fountain Pens, covered in their signature wool
HOULES: Beaded Key Chain and Post it Compact. This beautiful beaded keychain offers a glimpse into Houles newest trim line, the Palais Royale
KNOLL LUXE: Nail Polish in Knoll Textiles custom color, “Tryst”
LUTRON: Maestro Wireless Dimmer, Single Pico® Wireless control has the power to control up to 10 Maestro Wireless dimmers and switches, up to 100 feet
MAYA ROMANOFF: Slink Notebooks
NEKTAR DE STAGNI: Bracelets, Nektar De Stagni  "Smiley Face" Freshwater Pearl earrings, with black Crystal pave

PIPINO 57: VIP Member Cards
POTTERTON BOOKS: Book Du Jour
QUADRILLE: Tote Bag
QUINTESSENTIALLY: A two-week pass to Quintessentially Unlocked
ROBERT ALLEN: Ikat Pouches
ROSE TARLOW: Leather Coaster. It's 5 o’ clock somewhere! Coasters in RTMH leather with our signature house emblem – the perfect desk accessory
SCUBE DESIGN: Hand-crafted pencil pouches, with silver-foiled glass beads and Swarovski crystal stones
VAUGHAN: Tape Measures

As seen in: New York Cottages & Gardens

New York Cottages & Gardens debuted with an April/May issue. You can shop for these favorites at the DDB. We're always glad to see another beautiful print publication!

Knoll's Womb chairs are pictured above.
Maya Romanoff's new showroom gets a shout out:


Along with pendant lamps from Holly Hunt.


We're looking forward to the second issue, due out any day now, before the NY edition closes up for the season and the focus turns to the Hamptons edition.

What's new at Maya Romanoff

For over forty years, Maya Romanoff has been an industry innovator. Recently they rolled out a slew of novel textures just in time for summer renovations. Go for sparkle, slither or just a beautiful texture in a range of colors for any decor. Stop by the new showroom for a peak at these introductions. Check back soon for a look at the soon-to-debut Roger Thomas collection...

As seen in: Elle Decor

Earlier this week we saw some great DDB showrooms and products in the May issue of Elle Decor. Thomas Jayne and Katie Ridder selected an armoire by Julia Gray, and a Ralph Lauren Home end table, below:


Ralph Lauren Paint:




Romo:


Maya Romanoff:


Fabrics from Duralee, Clarence House, Ralph Lauren Home, Kravet and Manuel Canovas, Brunschwig & Fils, Fabricut, de le Cuona, Pollack and Zimmer + Rohde:

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 company is known for being a technology-centered and people-driven company. As a private corporation guided by its founder’s simple but profound principles of caring for the customer, company, and people with value and innovation, the company has a long history of significant growth and smart innovations.

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

In the News: Maya Romanoff Showroom at the DDB

We're thrilled that the Maya Romanoff showroom is one of the new showrooms to open at the DDB this fall.

As the largest manufacturer of handcrafted wallcoverings in the country, Maya Romanoff continues to break new ground by opening its newest showroom in October. This exciting event immediately follows the launch of the company’s first flagship showroom at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago this past February.

The 650-square foot space on the DDB's 9th floor will have similar design elements as the Maya Romanoff Merchandise Mart showroom, but on a more intimate scale. Tom Marquardt, principal of Marquardt+ formerly Design Collaboratives, will be responsible for the design and implementation of the New York showroom and will utilize a creative approach comparable to the Chicago showroom project.

Stay tuned to GoDesignGo for the scoop on more new showroom openings at the DDB.

Q&A with ‘Young Traditional’ Jeff Andrews

Jeff Andrews is another of tradhome's Young Traditional Designers to keep your eyes open for this year. He spent some time with us in New York recently to tell us what he's loving this Spring and a few of the first things he did when the weather finally warmed up.

GDG: What were some of the Spring 2011 products you were most looking forward to this year?

JA: I couldn't wait to see what Kyle Bunting was up to! He always has amazing new ways to use hide, such as wall upholstery and rug designs. I also recently saw Maya Romanoff's exciting new line of fabrics, which I love! They can be used for drapery, upholstery and wallpaper. I was also so looking forward to seeing what Jean de Merry would do this Spring. I love their gorgeous new fabrics, custom accessories (like wall mirrors and lighting) and of course, their furniture!

GDG: What should we keep our eyes open for this Spring?

JA: From us, look for pastels mixed with grays, layers of pattern, driftwood inspired furniture and new projects on my website!

GDG: What is the first thing you did once the weather finally warmed up?

JA: Worked on getting a tan and shopped, shopped, shopped! I’m always on the lookout for fabulous new finds!

GDG: Can you share any fun examples of going stir crazy this Winter?

JA: Living in California, we haven’t had the crazy winter you had in New York.  We did have a lot of rain this winter; the upside is that my yard looks amazing!

Stay tuned to GoDesignGo for more of tradhome's top 20 "Hot List" Designers to know what you should keep your eyes open for this Spring.

Q&A with “Young Traditional” Nina Freudenberger of Haus Interiors

Nina V. Freudenberger of Haus Interiors is next on the list of tradhome's Young Traditional Designers. Originally from Munich, Germany, Nina's passion for interiors started when she was just three years old, playing with Lego blocks. We met up with Nina to talk about her plans for Spring and what she's excited for.

GDG: What are you looking forward to this Spring?

NF: I am so excited by the new David Weeks lighting collection! His designs are so innovative and truly a work of art. I also love following young designers like Suki Cheema, who has come out with really beautiful and strong graphic textiles.

GDG: What should we keep our eyes open for this Spring?

NF: A big trend I see coming out right now is tie-dye fabrics and wall-coverings. I love the Anniversary Snowflake collection by Maya Romanoff at Bergamo. The young designer Eskayel also has some incredible new tie-dye patterns that I think are also going to be a total hit.

GDG: Is there anything that you can't wait for this season?

NF: I will absolutely be trying to spend as much time outdoors as possible! We are working on designing a few homes on Long Island so we will be heading out there quite a bit. It won’t be the beach but it will be nice to head out of the city on those warm days!

GDG: Can you share any fun examples of going stir crazy this Winter?

NF: This was a tough New York winter but it will make the upcoming Summer even better! I took a few trips throughout the Winter to Tulum and Paris for the furniture fairs—both to escape the cold and be inspired!

Stay tuned to GoDesignGo tradhome's Young Traditional Designers Jayne and Joan Michaels of 2Michaels to hear what interiors they’re loving this season.