Spring 2011 - Laguna Design Center

SPRING 2011 NEWSLETTER
Join Us
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
SPRING MARKET
Registration Inside c
featuring
Christiane Lemieux
and Suzanne Rheinstein
Christiane Lemieux
Building a Design Business
in the Modern Landscape
10:00 AM - Center Court
Please Join Us
SPRING
MARKET
2011
Tuesday, March 22
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for a day of design, just for designers!
Featuring keynote presentations by ChRISTIANE LEMIEUx
and SUzANNE RhEINSTEIN, and unique showroom events
planned throughout the day.
Doors open at 9 AM. Registration Required.
Café Neff will be open at 8 AM for coffee and breakfast.
Lunch service will begin at 11 AM.
To register for Spring Market, complete the registration
form and mail back to the Visitor Center, register online
at www.lagunadesigncenter.com/events or register by
calling 949-643-2929.
Join us in Center Court as Laguna Design
Center welcomes ChRISTIANE LEMIEUx,
DwellStudio founder and creative director.
During this presentation, Christiane will
explain how she built the DwellStudio
brand of modern home and family furnishings and how
the last year has changed the entire design business
landscape. She’ll also share tips on how designers can
get ahead in today’s digital age. DwellStudio has recently
partnered with Robert Allen on their first offering of
residential fabrics. Complimentary scones and coffee.
Immediately following the keynote presentation,
Christiane will sign copies of her new book, “Undecorate”,
in the harsey & harsey Showroom located in suite 175.
Suzanne Rheinstein
Design Details: A Focus on Fabrics
2:00 PM - Center Court
Don’t miss this exclusive presentation in
Center Court by SUzANNE RhEINSTEIN,
leading interior designer and owner of
hollyhock. Discover Suzanne’s new fabric
collection for Lee Jofa and learn about her
inspirations and motivations behind her designs including
the unique fabric details she uses in her interiors.
Complimentary dessert and beverages.
Immediately following the keynote presentation, Suzanne
will sign copies of her new book, “At home: A Style for
Today with Things from the Past”, in the Kravet/Lee Jofa
Showroom located in suite 156.
Cocktail Reception
4:00 PM - B&C Select, Suite 102
B&C Select invites you to
wind down after a day of
design with a delectable
cocktail reception! Join
us from 4 PM to 6 PM and
enjoy cocktails and light
fare while you glimpse the
new B&C Select lines.
Market Schedule
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
10:00 AM
Christiane Lemieux
Center Court
“Building a Design Business
in the Modern Landscape”
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Westervelt’s, suite 120 c
Visit Westervelt’s between 10:30 and 1:00
and follow the transformation as renowned
plein air artist BIRGITTA KAPPE paints on site
to create a fabulous painting.
Light Refreshments.
11:00 AM
Harsey & Harsey, suite 175 b
Visit harsey & harsey to meet ChRISTIANE
LEMIEUx and to purchase a signed copy
of her new book, “Undecorate”.
Light Refreshments.
Roomscapes, suite 139
Do you have a passion for wine and design?
Visit ROOMSCAPES to learn about proper wine storage
and to enjoy samples of wine, cheese and other treats.
Light Refreshments.
11:15 AM
Blake House, suite 171
Greener Lighting in the Post-Incandescent World
Join ELEANOR MCKAY, CEO of Niermann Weeks, to learn
about emerging light bulb standards, especially for chandeliers and sconces. Owners of traditional residential lighting will
soon have difficulty finding standard incandescent bulbs, because federal law has mandated phasing out inefficient incandescents beginning in 2012. She will show the good and
the not-so-good in available alternatives: CFLs, LEDs, and
halogen light bulbs. We in the interior design industry can still
and must lobby to include our esthetic considerations in the
newly developing technology for light bulbs.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Baker Knapp & Tubbs, suite 177 c
Visit BAKER for an Upholstery Open house –
featuring Baker Elements, our new
completely custom upholstery program.
Get creative and dream up your perfect
sofa – or get comfy as you explore
all our cushion options. Champagne and
hors d’oeuvres will be served.
11:30 AM
Witford, suite 155 b
Join WITFORD for an opportunity
to meet and talk with ERIC BRAND
in an informal setting.
12:00 PM
Witford, suite 155 b
“Think Globally” Join ERIC BRAND at WITFORD
for a lively discussion on how their global
resources empower you to create unique
custom designs with confidence.
Light lunch to follow the presentation –
RSVP requested, Larry@Witford.com.
12:30 PM
Roomscapes, suite 139
Do you have a passion for wine and design?
Visit ROOMSCAPES to learn about proper
wine storage and to enjoy samples of wine,
cheese and other treats. Light Refreshments.
Schumacher, suite 126
Trina Turk’s second collection of indoor/outdoor fabrics features beautiful and durable prints and wovens
that reflect the fashion designer’s
love of vintage apparel, pattern
and vivid color. From modern and
sophisticated patterns to subtle
texture and fashion-derived color
palettes Trina Turk’s latest collection is perfect for a range of
interior and exterior spaces. Please join SChUMAChER for
an open house and a chance to preview Trina Turk’s new
indoor/outdoor fabric collection. Light Refreshments.
1:00 PM
Blake House, suite 171 c
The Outdoor Explosion!
Today’s exterior design
trend is being fueled by an
array of innovative product.
David Repp, Giati Designs’
National Sales Director and
Tom Shaub, The Wicker
Works’ National Sales
Director, both 30 year
veterans in high-end design present ”Luxury for Life – Quality,
Integrity and Innovative Design for Today’s Exterior Market”.
Wonderful product produced in the highest quality Teak,
Aluminum, Stainless Steel & All-Weather Wicker as well as new
luxurious Textiles will be highlighted. Light Refreshments.
1:30 PM
B&C Select, suite 102 c
“Step Behind the Velvet Rope with THG”
ThG faucetry, accessories, bathtubs and basins are featured
in some of the world’s most prestigious resorts, hotels,
residential properties, royal palaces and yachts. This French
company has partnered with other
French manufacturers such as
Bernardaud and Lalique to produce
objects of beauty that define the
art of living. Come view never
before seen photos and hear about
the world class designers behind
the projects. Wine and amuse
bouche will be served.
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Westervelt’s, suite 120 c
Stop in Westervelt’s
between 1:30 and 4:30
to see award winning plein
air artist STEVE KELL paint
a work of art in front of
a live audience.
Light Refreshments.
Ann Sacks, suite 162 b
Join us as we share with you some of our
newest lines available this Spring! Our
award-winning INDAh COLLECTION is
inspired by the beauty of Indonesia. From
found objects such as a hand-carved
door to natural elements, each motif is painstakingly carved
in antique, reclaimed teak. The result is a multi-dimensional
relief that exudes style with a hint of the exotic.
Light Refreshments.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
2:00 PM
Suzanne Rheinstein
Center Court
“Design Details:
A Focus on Fabrics”
3:00 PM
ASID, suite 108
CALIFORNIA INTERIOR DESIGN:
The “Endangered” Profession
• Assess the legislative climate
• Learn the facts
• Share with us your concerns
Presented by IDCC, Interior Design Coalition of California.
Light Refreshments.
Kravet/Lee Jofa, suite 156 b
Visit Kravet/Lee Jofa for tea and an
opportunity to meet SUzANNE RhEINSTEIN
and to purchase a signed copy of her
latest book, “At home: A Style for Today
with Things from the Past”.
Light Refreshments.
3:30 PM
Roomscapes, suite 139
Do you have a passion for wine and design?
Visit ROOMSCAPES to learn about proper wine storage
and to enjoy samples of wine, cheese and other treats.
Light Refreshments.
4:00 PM
Cocktail Reception
B&C Select, suite 102
B&C Select invites you to wind down
after a day of design with a delectable
cocktail reception!
Austin Horn, suite 113 b
Visit AUSTIN hORN to see our
new Spring bedding collections!
Light Refreshments.
Bau Showroom, suite 134 c
Always featuring something
“New” in our Multi-Line Showroom…
“Exclusive Designs in Iron” –
Chandeliers, Sconces, Tables,
& of course, Fireplace Screens!
Join us for refreshments &
hot Chocolate Bar.
Birch Hill Interiors, suite 140 b
Add grace to your home
décor with the elegant
and beautiful collections
at BIRCh hILL INTERIORS.
Light Refreshments.
Brown Jordan, suite 176 c
Gear up for the sunshine!
Preview the latest Spring
collections and learn how to
take outdoor living to the
next level. Light Refreshments.
Brunschwig & Fils, suite 114 b
Explore what’s new at BRUNSChWIG &
FILS! Stop by the showroom and see
the new Spring collections of high-end
fabrics, wall coverings and much more!
Light Refreshments.
Throughout the Day
Aga John Oriental Rugs, suite 121 c
Come and see the beautiful
new Oushak Collection made
exclusively for AGA JOhN.
Light Refreshments.
California Style, suite 111
Stop by the newly expanded CALIFORNIA STYLE
showroom! California Style features Coastal,
Transitional and Old World Mediterranean styles.
Selling everything off of the showroom floor,
California Style has new merchandise arriving weekly!
Serving pastries and mimosas.
Century, suite 144 c
CENTURY is Celebrating
Outdoor Living! Stop by the
showroom to see the latest
outdoor collections.
Light Refreshments.
Jonathan Franc,
suite 160 c
JONAThAN FRANC will debut
their new Spring Collection of
beautiful furniture in shagreen,
acrylic, and exotic woods.
Light refreshments.
de Benedictis, suite 168 b
Visit DE BENEDICTIS to see their
classic, timeless and elegant
designs on display.
Don’t forget to take a peek
upstairs! Light Refreshments.
Ebanista, suite 127 c
Stop in the showroom to
see the sophisticated
new Spring collection of
handmade furniture!
Light Refreshments.
Exquisite Surfaces, suite 174 b
Browse ExQUISITE SURFACES,
specializing in rustic and
antique surfaces all
available and on display in
this truly superb showroom.
Light Refreshments.
Fremarc Designs, suite 159 c
Explore the vast collections of
fine furnishings & design ideas
new for Spring at FREMARC
DESIGNS! Light Refreshments.
Gina B & Co., suite 130 b
Visit GINA B at Spring Market to see
the latest and great additions to their
collections and their new antique
arrivals! Light Refreshments.
Interiors Fine Flooring, suite 151 b
Visit the showroom to see INTERIORS
multiple lines of fine flooring available!
Light Refreshments.
Island Bay, suite 137 c
Join ISLAND BAY for a
Spring celebration!
See their newest collections.
Light Refreshments.
Kreiss, suite 110 b
Join us as KREISS introduces
several new 2011 collections! Stop
in the showroom all day to get a
sneak peak and learn more about
what Kreiss has to offer in 2011.
Light refreshments.
Lighting Innovation/Gallery,
suite 115/124 b
LIGhTING INNOVATION offers more
than just lighting! Visit both
showrooms as they showcase BTicino
Switches, glass countertops and their
new children’s furniture line. Learn more about Lighting
Innovation’s unique products and services
available. Light Refreshments.
Mark Levine Window Coverings,
suite 117 c
Stop in and see our extensive
line of exquisite silk fabrics
and window coverings!
Light Refreshments.
Montage, suite 132 c
View the classic and timely
pieces available at MONTAGE.
Light Refreshment
Verandah, suite 100 b
Visit VERANDAh to view a wide range
of styles from Old World Tuscany to
Coastal Casual all in one showroom!
Light Refreshments.
Window Visions, suite 141 c
Stop in WINDOW VISIONSThE LOEWEN WINDOW CENTER
OF ORANGE COUNTY!
Allow Loewen to show you
the possibilities available for
your design needs.
Light Refreshments.
Suite 175 b
New Lines for Spring: ThIBAUT and hICKORY WhITE!
ThIBAUT is known for a fresh, inspiring color palette with classic style,
Thibaut offers unsurpassed quality and design in styles ranging from
historic reproductions, toile, and chinoiserie to tropical and novelty
patterns. With an insightful knowledge of trends and what homeowners
want, Thibaut consistently delivers uniquely designed collections,
supported by excellent service.
Suite 175 b
hICKORY WhITE has over 100 years
experience in crafting the finest
home furnishings and offers what
every discerning furniture buyer is
interested in… today’s style
statement, hand-tailored and
hand-crafted by skilled artisans.
The GRAMERCY COLLECTION
offers a blending of traditional
charm with contemporary
panache to create a stunning
NEW LINES
transitional collection.
Suite 162 b
The warm and organic quality of
the BOSQUE WOOD collection
creates a unique backdrop for
classic and modern interiors alike.
BOSQUE is eco-friendly, made
of 100% FSC certified wood from
Portland and the sealer used is
non-toxic and organic, as well as
Suite 132 c
RAYMOND WAITES Couture collection allows designers to benefit
from Raymond’s renowned talents as both a designer and
fabric visionary. The Raymond Waites Couture line is simple in that
Raymond’s applications of fabric to frame can be purchased as
shown, as well as tailoring the product to suit your design needs.
extremely durable.
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Suite 115 & 124 b
LIGhTING INNOVATION is expanding
with our new line of customized
children’s furniture! Styles ranging
from infant to teen, and of course all
the lighting imaginable to complete
your child’s dream bedroom.
NEW PRODUCTS
Blake House
Suite 171 c
hARTMANN & FORBES is proud to unveil its ErtheWeave Collection update for the
spring season. The update is highlighted by two weaves, Lumen and Candela.
Each features natural fibers interwoven into a textile base, a design inspired by the
way light is refracted to create silhouettes in photography. c
Building the highest quality furniture of their own design, KNOWLTON BROThERS
have set a standard that has gained acclaim throughout the industry. Since its
inception, the company has been dedicated to offering cutting edge design
and highest quality materials and workmanship. Every facet of production takes
place under one roof, from original drawings to final polish. .
Blake House
OSBORNE & LITTLE
Suite 171 b
See OSBORNE & LITTLE’S new Spring Collections!
Known in the industry for innovative and dramatic
designs, Osborne & Little adds excitement to
design projects around the globe.
Suite 100 b
The hIGhLAND hOUSE EUROPEAN ExCURSION
COLLECTION now includes unique antique-inspired
designs for bedrooms and dining rooms as well as
occasional accents. Distinctive old-world finishes,
unsurpassed comfort and classic European styling
are highland house’s trademarks.
Suite 155 c
From JULIAN ChIChESTER, an
unusual butterfly winged 2-seater
sofa inspired by an English original
circa 1860 with legs in an antique
mahogany finish. Available with
turned legs with castors or tapered
legs without castors.
Suite 139 b
Geared toward the young professional homeowner,
the MALIBU Design Theme brings a more transitional
feel to the geometric shapes of a contemporary layout.
Showcasing two of Wood-Mode’s Designer Colors on
the Square Edge Andover Recessed door style, the
convenient center island is offset by darker perimeter
cabinetry. Although there are no wall cabinets, tall and
intermediate height cabinetry provides ample storage.
NEW PRODUCTS
Suite 134 m
Create the dining room you’ve always wanted with
a BAU FURNITURE dining table! Stop in Bau Showroom
to see the selection of pedestal dining tables
available from their various lines. There’s something
for everyone at Bau Showroom!
Suite 141 c
Suite 160 .m
Add Brass accents to your design projects this
Spring! The RENEE COFFEE TABLE and the
VITTI CONSOLE are both beautifully constructed
out of brass and feature playful geometric
patterns! Custom sizes, colors and surface tops
available. Now showing these designs and
much more at the Jonathan Franc showroom!
WINDOW VISIONS is a full service
company and provides window
and door lines for the discerning
customer interested in high quality
products for their home. Loewen,
our marquee line of windows
and doors, are of highest quality
and value that you must see to
appreciate. The Loewen Window
Center of Orange County displays
many of Loewen’s products as
well as other high quality products.
Westervelt’s
Suite 120 c
There is always something
new at Westervelt’s! With an
expanded gallery, Westervelt’s
represents more than 100
artists who work in oils, acrylics,
watercolors and sculptures,
as well as antique prints,
limited edition pieces and
custom mirrors and framing.
Stop in the gallery to see
the latest pieces!
. ThE LAURA KIRAR COLLECTION
Suite 177 b
Several new collections are being introduced and
accentuated this Spring at Baker: LAURA KIRAR,
ThE PAGANI COLLECTION and BAKER ELEMENTS.
ThE LAURA KIRAR COLLECTION. Baker’s latest
additions to The Laura Kirar Collection evoke the
simple pleasures that define casual luxury. Kirar
describes the new pieces as “a natural evolution
of my work and perfect complement to my first
collection.” her new designs move toward a more
modern look while remaining true to her design
philosophy: a reverence for craft, use of authentic
materials, and thoughtful, elegant details.
b ThE PAGANI COLLECTION
b BAKER ELEMENTS
ThE PAGANI COLLECTION. Designers and artists
Stéphane and Frouwkje Pagani have partnered
with Baker to create The Pagani Collection. For this
collection the Paganis chose four noble materials:
Murano Glass, Cast Bronze, French Plaster and
Sculpted Marble. Paired with a clean sensibility and
contemporary proportions, these materials come
to life in a new and sophisticated way.
BAKER ELEMENTS. Baker Elements offers you the
opportunity to create your ideal sofa, sectional,
loveseat or chair. Our classic patterns are easy
to understand and our options generous. Simply
make five choices – silhouette and depth, arm,
back, base, and leg – then choose a finish and
fabric and watch your style take shape.
Suite 156 c
KRAVET GUARANTEED offers the best selection of fabrics
and furnishings, as well as the best service in the industry.
The newest collection is a follow up to their Guaranteed
in Stock fabric program, designed exclusively by Kravet.
Featuring fresh new color palettes in unique and modern
woven designs, they now offer an assortment of more
than 1,000 fabrics with the Kravet guarantee.
Suite 159 c
From the BARCELONA Collection, the new Barcelona
Flip Top Table. This Spectacular table is multi-functional
and opens to a full size dining Table. Measures 18” W x
72” L x 31 “h when closed. Opens to 36”W x 72” L x 30”
h when opened. Shown in the two toned Antique Black
finish on the base with the beautiful Antique Madeira
finish on the inside top.
NEW PRODUCTS
Suite 130 b
See the SERIPh Collection by hammerton
available at GINA B & COMPANY! The artistry
of old world scrollwork is reinvented to create
a modern interpretation of a time-honored
aesthetic. Slender contour of steel hand
sculpted into graceful scrolls, organic serifs and
whimsical knots bring a uniquely refreshing style
to traditional and contemporary homes.
NEW PRODUCTS
Suite 102 .
ThG presents the BAGATELLE! The Bagatelle is a playful take on luxury bathroom
fixtures and accessories designed by highly respected French designer Olivier
Gagnère. The collection consists of faucets, matching shower systems that can be
configured in a multitude of ways (including theromastic valves, multi-port diverters
and volume controls), porcelain accessories and an indulgent, generously
proportioned roman bathtub set. The collection is available with metal, fine crystal
or black obsidian inlays.
Suite 110 m
Introducing the MODERNE
Collection! Featuring
contemporary clean straight
lines with impressive
elegance, the Moderne
Collection is one of Kreiss’
many new 2011 collections.
Suite 113 m
AUSTIN hORN COLLECTION, maker of
the Ultimate in Luxury Bedding and
Accessories for the home, has an
unparalleled reputation for design
innovation, exquisite fabrics and quality
production that sets it apart in the
industry. Austin horn offers the finest
European fabrics from cut velvets, silks,
intricate brocades, the newest jacquard
weaves, chenilles and ultra suede.
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Suite 115 & 124 m
Switch your thinking at Lighting Innovation with the new
BTICINO line of Italian hand-made switch plates and modules
offering styles and colors to fit any space. Lighting
Innovation is the only Orange County authorized dealer of
this elite product line. Visit the showroom to learn more!
Showroom Expansion
Suite 111 b
California Style has once
again expanded!!
See the new transitional look at California Style in their
newly expanded showroom. California Style offers a
superior selection of furnishings, accessories and florals
for all of your design needs. With new merchandise
arriving weekly, the larger showroom features more
product selection than ever before.
Keep in Touch with LDC!
Check out our updated website launching this Spring.
Follow LDC on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin!
To start following us, visit lagunadesigncenter.com and click on the
social media icons to start receiving information in your live feeds!
LDC’s New Visitor Center
Laguna Design Center is pleased to announce the
grand opening of our state of the art Visitor Center!
The Visitor Center is designed to welcome you to the
Laguna Design Center. The Visitor Center invites
Interior Designers and the public to receive information
about Laguna Design Center events, products and services. The Visitor Center
provides an opportunity for the public to be introduced to Interior Designers and
review portfolios of Interior Designers who support the Laguna Design Center.
The Visitor Center offers two private conference rooms, a large open area,
and a lounge featuring audio/visual equipment set up for interior designers,
architects and home owners. We are happy to provide you with Wi-Fi access
in both conference rooms as well as provide a large space for interior designers
and like professionals to host educational seminars and presentations related
to the interior design industry.
We invite you to stop by and see the Visitor Center Suite 105, located by the
Green Flag entrance. If you have any questions or would like more information
on the Visitor Center, please contact Brittany Beno-Morris or Julie Morin at
949-643-2929.
New Showrooms
2011 Calendar
March 22
LAGUNA DESIGN CENTER’S
SPRING MARKET
Christiane
LeMieux
Suzanne
Rheinstein
Trade Only
May 12
SPRING DESIGNER
SAMPLE SALE PREVIEW DAY
Trade
May 13-14
SPRING DESIGNER
SAMPLE SALE
Public
June 15
DESIGNER RUNWAY
Trade & Public
August 20
TASTE OF LAGUNA NIGUEL
Trade & Public
September 21
FALL MARKET
Trade
A Warm Welcome to SUSAN WESLEY of Wesley Design, Inc., IVY LAST of Lasting
Interiors, Inc. and YURI BAST of Yuri Bast Interior Design, Inc.!
October 13
SPRING DESIGNER
SAMPLE SALE PREVIEW DAY
Trade
Join us in welcoming the newest tenants to join the Laguna Design Center
family. Susan Wesley, Ivy Last and Yuri Bast have recently relocated their
independent design studios to Laguna Design Center. Stop by their new space
located in suite 112 and introduce yourself.
October 14-15
FALL DESIGNER
SAMPLE SALE
Public
Cafe Neff, Suite 122
Don’t forget that Café Neff offers
catering in addition to their daily cafe!
Café Neff, a charming café featuring
innovative cuisine, is open for patio
dining in the beautiful Laguna Design
Center gardens Monday through Friday.
Lunch is served from 11 AM to 3 PM.
Coffee, cappuccino, scones and
handmade desserts are available from
8AM to 4PM. For all Neff Neff Catering
inquiries, please contact the catering
office at (949) 831-1370.
2011 Directory
Pick up the
Laguna Design
Center 2011
Directory at the
Visitor Center in
suite 105 or any
of your favorite
showrooms.