It’s the tail end of Design Week in New York City, so if you’re reading this and have been running around in this heat like I have, I hope you’ve been hydrating and getting some rest here and there. Between the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), the Afternoon Light show, and a bevy of brand events and dinners, the excitement around new collections and collaborations has been palpable.
I wouldn’t say I had a favorite activation or moment of discovery exactly — the week is more about the good vibes, appreciating beauty and creativity, and the design community showing up for one another. So it’s all been inspiring on that level. Of course, I saw some cool things, of which you’re seeing just a snippet from above: I absolutely loved the concept behind HiLo, which I discovered at Afternoon Light. The brand’s founder, Laura Deutsch, sources vintage and recycled sofa frames then reimagines them into total showpieces — just look at this serpentine stunner she had on site at the fair! Not only is the business sustainable, but it’s also turning the custom game on its head, since Deutsch can create bespoke items that jibe with iconic sofas and chairs (but may not actually be offered by the parent companies). Brilliant! Plus, you get the satisfaction of knowing that literally no one else has a piece quite like yours.
We’ve been trying to bring the Apartment Therapy audience stories that provide that same kind of discovery — a new trend you haven’t heard of yet, a secret section in a popular store, design advice you maybe wouldn’t think of but definitely want to hear. Hope you enjoy these reads (and this last breath of one of the busiest weeks in NYC design!)
Advice You’ll Love
This “Relaxed” Decorating Trick Makes Pattern Mixing Easier
It’s easier than you think to pull off, and it looks great!
Designers Say These Outdoor Trends Are Secretly Hurting Your Curb Appeal
Watch out for these common pitfalls.
This Is The One Item You’ll Never Find in a Designer’s Home
Three designers unanimously agreed!
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1. Arched Framed Wall Art | 2. Ribbed Decorative Bowl | 3. Rattan Outdoor Solar Lamp
📚 This HomeGoods Find Caught Me Totally Off-Guard (It’s Real Vintage!)
🛒 Designers Say These Kohl’s Decor Finds Look Way More Expensive Than They Are
🧺 The One Home Decor Item Aly Raisman Always Buys at T.J. Maxx
Small/Cool Tip
Who says you need an actual side table next to your sofa? Not Michelle Shea Walker, who used a chair as a little perch for books in her Chicago apartment. It’s a super-smart move in a smaller space, since you can just move the stack on a whim, and use it as extra seating when entertaining.