October 8-9, 2025 | Floors 1, 6 & 14 | THE MART, Chicago
Open Houses
2024 Open Houses
No need to RSVP, just stop by the showrooms for these exciting events with your Design Chicago badge.
Wednesday, September 25
Thursday, September 26
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Century | Hickory Chair, Suite 1464
Book Signing & Coffee with Corey
Join us for coffee and welcoming Corey to the showroom while he signs copies of his book " Design Remix: A New Spin on Tradtional Rooms".
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cowtan & Tout, Suite 6-144
English Fall
Please join Cowtan & Tout to view our latest Colefax And Fowler Fall collection. Highly wrought embroideries, layered prints and artisanal weaves are offered through the unique Colefax And Fowler perspective, enriched with an English decorating tradition celebrating 90 years of design. Presentations will be given throughout with light refreshments. We look forward to sharing these spectacular designs with you.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
HOLLY HUNT, Suite 1428
Fall Inspiration
Join HOLLY HUNT and explore the latest collections from HOLLY HUNT, Conrad Shades, CASTE, Dedar, Jim Thompson and more.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Osborne & Little, Suite 610
The Autumn 2024
Please join us an Open House on Wednesday, September 25th from 10AM-12PM. The autumn 2024 launch includes new collections from Osborne & Little, Nina Campbell, Designers Guild, and Ralph Lauren.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wells Abbott, Suite 6-142
Rose Cumming | Classic Cloth New Collections with Owner Lauren Hudson
Lauren Hudson, owner of Rose Cumming and Classic Cloth, unveils new collections featuring cotton velvets, intricate embroideries, chintzes, archived wallpapers and more. Discover the curated collections at Wells Abbott.
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A. Rudin, Suite 1416
Newport to Chicago
Meet us in Chicago for a two-day open house hosted with celebrated Newport-based lighting designer Cam Crockford. Catch up over refreshments and light bites as we greet the coming season.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Michael - Cleary, Suite 6-161
Mingle With Artisans & Makers
Michael-Cleary invites you to sip some bubbles and enjoy some light bites as you mingle with Artisans and Makers from around the world.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Designers Linen Source, Suite 14-106
Hamburg House Designers Vault
Join Dawn, the owner of Hamburg House and experience the epitome of luxury with the curated collection of Italian crafted fabrics. These washable, double-width fabrics offer an exquisite range from sheeting, velvets, matelassé, and terry cloth to cashmere and fine wool. Discover the many styles, textures and colors that will transform your bedding, bath, draperies and furniture into unique and inspiring works of art.
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Ferrell Mittman | Avery Boardman, Suite 1483
Meet & Greet with Grant Trick
Followed by a "A First Look Into Grant Trick's Process", where Grant dives into Tailoring Details featuring embellishments from skirts, covered buttons, floretes, welts & fringe.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Schumacher / PFM, Suite 6-133
Book Signing with Hudson Moore & Kate Marker
Please join the Schumacher team as we host Hudson Moore and Kate Marker for a book signing event in the Schumacher showroom. Hudson Moore will sign copies of Blue & White Done Right, Kate Marker will sign copies of her new book The Love of Home: Interiors for Beauty, Balance and Belonging. Lite refreshments will be served.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Scott Group Studio, Suite 1424A
A New Way to Create
Join us for to see the newly released Scott Group Studio products and explore a new way to experience rug design.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
JANUS et Cie, Suite 1420
Stunning Ares
Visit the JANUS et Cie showroom to view the latest offerings in outdoor furniture, including the stunning Ares collection. The dining and lounge pieces bring refined elegance to exterior spaces.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
John Rosselli & Associates, Suite 6-158
Luxe Performance Fabrics
Take the colours, textures and joie de vivre of Fermoie fine interior fabrics outside. Made from 100% recycled plastic bottles and designed for easy care and long life. Made without PFCs, PFAS and other harmful ‘forever chemicals’.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Miele Experience Center, Suite 133
125 years of Quality and Innovation
Miele celebrates 125 years of Quality and Innovation. Since 1899, Miele has always set high standards with our household, commercial and medical products – in order to delight our customers with innovative and high-quality appliances. Visit the Miele Experience Center, suite 133, as we reflect on what has driven us to be who we are today. While present, sign the giant Anniversary card and enjoy a light bite and coffee drink; served throughout the day and while supplies last.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Phillip Jeffries, Suite 6-136
Install and Inspiration
Welcome to a life of glamour and style. Join Phillip Jeffries to celebrate House of PJ – 16 timeless collections with fashionable twists achieve icon status. Browse what’s new and meet our special guest: Steve Narjes, wallcovering installer extraordinaire. Come have all your installation questions answered!
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Galley, Suite 163
Set Sail with The Galley Crew
The Galley invites you to enjoy yacht themed drinks and bites while learning about our new Trade Partner Program - Crew!
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Kravet, Inc., Suite 6-121
Book Signing with Summer Thornton and Corey Damen Jenkins
Join us for a book signing following our conversation with Summer Thornton and Corey Damen Jenkins in celebration of their books, Wonderland and Design Remix: A New Spin on Traditional Rooms.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fabricut, Suite 6-117
View New Vignettes
Enjoy Kendall Wilkinson’s new Vignettes collection of fabrics and trimmings! Kendall Wilkinson’s new collection offers endless pairings to create effortless yet transformative designs.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Katonah Architectural Hardware • Lighting • Furniture, Suite 163
Sleek + Chic - A Hardware Trunk Show
Katonah will be featuring clean design and contemporary hardware from several European hardware foundries.
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Christopher Peacock, Suite 148
The Unveiling of the New Grosvenor Display Champagne Reception!
Following the panel, please join Christopher Peacock for a champage reception and the unveiling of the new Grosvenor display in their showroom.
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Maharam, Suite 6-128
Explore The New Maharam
Visit the Maharam showroom for an open house to view our new showroom with products from Edelman, Knoll Textiles, and Maharam.
3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
HOLLY HUNT, Suite 1428
Book Celebration with Holly Hunt
After our 3pm discussion in Suite 1450, please join us for cocktails with Holly and an exclusive first look at her inaugural book, Holly Hunt: Fearless in the World of Design.
Published by Rizzoli New York and launching in October, a deluxe special edition of the book will be available exclusively through HOLLY HUNT showrooms.
Reserve your copy during Design Chicago.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monogram Design Center, Suite 124
Happy Hour & Book Signing with Jean Stoffer
Network with fellow design enthusiasts and professionals over drinks and light refreshments while Jean Stoffer signs copies of her latest book, giving you a chance to take home a personalized memento.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cowtan & Tout, Suite 6-144
English Fall
Please join Cowtan & Tout to view our latest Colefax And Fowler Fall collection. Highly wrought embroideries, layered prints and artisanal weaves are offered through the unique Colefax And Fowler perspective, enriched with an English decorating tradition celebrating 90 years of design. Presentations will be given throughout with light refreshments. We look forward to sharing these spectacular designs with you.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Waterworks, Suite 136
Introducing Finot
Celebrate our latest and most contemporary collection of bath fittings and accessories to date, Finot.
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A. Rudin, Suite 1416
Newport to Chicago
Meet us in Chicago for a two-day open house hosted with celebrated Newport-based lighting designer Cam Crockford. Catch up over refreshments and light bites as we greet the coming season.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Designers Linen Source, Suite 14-106
Hamburg House Designers Vault
Join Dawn, the owner of Hamburg House and experience the epitome of luxury with the curated collection of Italian crafted fabrics. These washable, double-width fabrics offer an exquisite range from sheeting, velvets, matelassé, and terry cloth to cashmere and fine wool. Discover the many styles, textures and colors that will transform your bedding, bath, draperies and furniture into unique and inspiring works of art.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Thibaut Wallcoverings, Fabrics and Fine Furniture, Suite 6-129
Lunch Reception
Please join us in our showroom for a lunch reception following their Meet the Designers presentation.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Vadara Quartz by UGM Surfaces, Suite 163
Meet & Greet Linda Kafka
Join us for an open house event after our guest speaker, Linda Kafka, a renowned educator in the interior design field, presents on the powerful benefits of neuroaesthetics in shaping the built environment. Stay to enjoy refreshments while exploring Vadara’s latest color offerings in our design gallery.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Galley, Suite 163
Set Sail with The Galley Crew
The Galley invites you to enjoy yacht themed drinks and bites while learning about our new Trade Partner Program - Crew!
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Assembled Works, Suite 1466
The Launch of Tom Faulkner
Join Tom Faulkner CEO and Miranda Kirwan, in toasting the launch of their eponymous line in Chicago. Since its founding in 1996, Tom has pushed the boundaries of simplicity and materials in contemporary design, elevating form and distinctive silhouettes. From his forge in Wiltshire, a former railway works, Tom and his team continue to create simple objects of beauty for designers and private clients throughout the world.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Benjamin Moore & Co., Suite 6-131
Coffee Break
Join us for a fresh brew of color inspiration. Enjoy an artisanal cup of coffee as you explore our newly curated selection of coffee-inspired hues, ranging from soft, creamy lattes to rich, bold espressos. These sophisticated shades will add depth and warmth to any project, creating spaces that feel both inviting and timeless.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
C.A.I. Designs, Suite 1470
Exclusive European Lighting
Explore our extensive collection of exclusive European lighting lines and meet and greet representatives from BOMMA Lighting and DCWéditions.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Katonah Architectural Hardware • Lighting • Furniture, Suite 6-170
Sleek + Chic - A Hardware Trunk Show
Katonah will be featuring clean design and contemporary hardware from several European hardware foundries.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
ROMO, Suite 6-152
Retro Picnic at Romo!
In celebration of our new outdoor collaboration between Kirkby Design and renowned colorist Tekla Evelina Severin, we invite you to pretend Summer isn’t over just yet at our colorful retro-inspired picnic. Fizzy beverages, tasty snacks, and good vibes provided!
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Innovations in Wallcoverings, Suite 6-130
Toast to Oasis
Visit the Innovations showroom for a toast and explore our new collection, Oasis.
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Middleby Residential | Viking Range | La Cornue, Suite 100
The Dawn of a New Era
Middleby Residential invites you to experience the AGA ERA - evolution meets revolution. Showcasing modern glass-front styling, convection and radiant heat cast-iron ovens, a 4-zone induction cooktop, and iconic cast-iron hotplate, all at the touch of a finger.
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
True Residential, Suite 163
New Display Showcase
Join us for an open house in our showroom, where we will unveil our latest display of innovative True Residential products. Enjoy light bites and beverages as you explore our updated showcase featuring new designs, vibrant colors, and more. This is a perfect opportunity for designers to get inspired and experience firsthand the quality and elegance that True Residential brings to living spaces.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Scott Group Studio, Suite 1424A
Pre-Soiree Sips
Join us for an intimate happy hour before the party of the year – the Design Chicago Soiree. Let’s connect and enjoy beverages, appetizers, and toast to fine design.
