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9:00 am - 11:00 am
Edelman Leather, Suite 6-128
The Edelman Foundation
A showroom presentation highlighting Edelman’s foundation of fourteen essential leathers that encompass a range of techniques and aesthetics. Our refreshed showroom highlights the luxury of leather as an understated natural material.
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9:00 am - 11:00 am
Paul Ferrante, Suite 1459
Breakfast Bites
Please join us for a light breakfast in our showroom. Looking forward to seeing everyone.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Christopher Peacock, Suite 148
CHRISTOPHER PEACOCK DOES PINK!
Please visit Christopher Peacock’s Showroom and Barbie’s Favorite Bathroom. A pink candy bar will be served to keep your energy high!
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
HOLLY HUNT, Suite 1428
Trunk Shows
Join HOLLY HUNT on Wednesday, September 27th to celebrate Design Chicago with an all-day open house and the following events:
HOLLY HUNT Textiles With Andrew Curcio
National Sales Director of Textiles, Leather and Rugs, HOLLY HUNT.
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HOLLY HUNT Wallcovering With Geyer Morford
National Sales Director of Wallcovering, HOLLY HUNT.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Inspired Closets, Suite 163
Designer Meet & Greet
As we celebrate our Grand Opening, we invite you to our Inspired Closet Chicagoland's Designer Meet&Greet! During our open house event, enjoy light refreshments while you tour our newest showroom at THE MART and learn more about our collaborative design process with designers Megan Walter and Katie Carlson.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Miele Experience Center, Suite 133
Taste the Quality and Craftsmanship of Miele
Visit the Miele Experience Center to explore the premium product assortment from built-in kitchen appliances including cooking, dishwashers, and refrigeration; to laundry and floorcare. And find out more about our designs, colors, and installation options to create a long-lasting kitchen look.
Stop in for a coffee drink and a freshly-made sweet and savory baked good, all prepared in the newest Generation 7000 built-in appliances.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Osborne & Little, Suite 610
View our Autumn 2023 Launch
Please join Osborne & Little. The company cherishes its reputation for innovation and quality and is as inspired and energetic today as ever, creating a constant stream of new collections that push forward boundaries. The autumn 2023 launch includes new collections from Osborne & Little, Nina Campbell, Designers Guild, Ralph Lauren, and John Derian.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wells Abbott, Suite 6-138
Discover Wells Abbott
Explore The MART’s newest showroom, Wells Abbott, to discover a fresh source for classic finds. Uncover timeless treasures featuring beautiful textile, furniture, lighting, wallpaper, fireplace, trim and rug brands.
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10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cowtan & Tout, Suite 6-144
View Our Latest Collections
Please join Cowtan & Tout for an Open House to view our latest collections. A presentation of the Colefax And Fowler Fall Collection will be given at 10:30AM. Light refreshments will be served.
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11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Lapchi Rug Design Studio, Suite 6-160
Sips & Bites
Please join us for sips and bites in our newly renovated studio for a celebration in texture and hues — a debut featuring dozens of woven creations with a distinct focus on our passion for pigment.
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11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Benjamin Moore & Co., Suite 6-131
Live fashion illustrator
Visit the Benjamin Moore showroom where art and color will converge for personalized fashion illustrations by artist Kaitlyn Dornbier. With limited availability, this first-come, first-served opportunity promises to add a touch of style to your day.
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12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Michael - Cleary, Suite 6-161
Bubbles & Brunch
Michael-Cleary invites you to sip mimosas and enjoy breakfast bites as you mingle with VIP Artisans and Makers from around the world.
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12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Designers Linen Source, Suite 14-106
Trunk Show
Lady Americana Midwest is a boutique mattress manufacturer in Grand Rapids, MI that has been handcrafting Luxury mattresses for over 75 years. Their commitment to using proven, exclusive components that exceed all national brand standards creates an amazing and exceptional sleep experience. Lady Americana Midwest mattresses provide the absolute best value in sleep. We welcome Tim Westrate with his 43 years of expertise to our showroom during Design Chicago. Make sure to stop by and test the mattresses for yourself.
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12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
JANUS et Cie, Suite 1420
Boundless Living Outdoor Collections
Visit JANUS et Cie’s to view Poltrona Frau’s Boundless Living collections, with light bites.
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12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Scott Group Studio, Suite 14-129
Sip & Discover
Join us for an open house at Scott Group Studio during Design Chicago. Discover our latest arrivals and experience the unapparelled craftsmanship that sets us apart. Meet Jennifer, our dedicated account representative, who will be available to provide insights, answer your questions and guide you through out exceptional offerings. Refreshments to be provided.
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12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Stark Carpet Corp., Suite 6-100
Open House with STARK
Join us at the STARK Showroom as we celebrate Design Chicago! Our Tranquil Dreams collection features simple yet statement-making ombre motifs that envelop the senses with a dreamy, otherworldly ambiance. Receive your complimentary STARK bag and join us at the acai bowl cart to learn more about our latest collections.
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12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Samuel & Sons, Suite 6-168
It’s All In The Details
Join us with drinks and treats while viewing our Taos collection. A distinctive collection of artisanal passementerie with regional patterning and vivid color influences derived from the American Southwest.
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1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Thibaut Wallcoverings, Fabrics and Fine Furniture, Suite 6-129
LUNCH: Meet the Designer
Join Thibaut and their Associate Studio Director, Michel Kozar, for lunch and an exclusive product preview for Modern Resource 4, a contemporary wallcovering collection that launches in early October.
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1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Design Resource Center, Suite 163
Espresso Cart & Cookies
Enjoy a quick afternoon pick up with a handcrafted espresso beverage and cookie at our MART coffee cart.
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1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
John Rosselli & Associates, Suite 6-158
Fabric Fair
Open House to include several textile vendors giving demo/info about their products, charcuterie, bar for drinks, gelato station, swag bags & possible raffle.
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1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Phillip Jeffries, Suite 6-136
Install & Inspiration
Join Phillip Jeffries for Design Chicago to celebrate Fall 2023 Solstice – 20 new designs inspired by earth and sky. Browse our new collections and meet special guest wallcovering installer, Steve Narjes, who will be on hand to answer all your installation questions.
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1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Scalamandré, Suite 6-132
James Hare with Special Guest
New Collection from James Hare and special guest appearance Mark Wilcockson.
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2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fabricut, Suite 6-117
Fabulous Finished Products
Join the Fabricut showroom to learn more about the Finished Products program! View our new display and work together with our Finished Product specialists to make window treatments easy.
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2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
J. Marshall Design, Suite 1469
Make it Pop with Champagne and the Make It Yours program from Vanguard Furniture!
Be creative and express your own personal design style with the Make It Yours custom program. This hand-crafted process allows us to bring you one of the broadest selections of personalized furniture in the industry.
Stop by J. Marshall Design on Wednesday September 27th between 2:00 and 4:00 pm to learn more!
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2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
ROMO, Suite 6-152
Mingle with a Mochi
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the conference. Enjoy delightful Japanese ice cream while perusing our new wabi-sabi inspired collections, guaranteed to bring some Zen to your day.
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2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Vicostone, Suite 163
Nature’s Artistry: Unveiling the Elements
Celebrate the inspiration behind our newest colors with us. Explore how nature’s diverse elements incorporate with interior design through Vicostone quartz. Enjoy refreshments and appetizers inspired by natural flavors.
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2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Holland & Sherry, Suite 614
Ribbon Cutting Open House Party
It is a PARTY at Holland & Sherry! Join us for the ribbon-cutting celebration of our gorgeous new home! Shop for bespoke fabrics, rugs, lighting, and furnishings and mingle with our special guests from Galbraith & Paul, Mattaliano Furniture, Christopher Farr Cloth, Rosemary Hallgarten and more while enjoying some eats, treats, and libations!
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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Benjamin Moore & Co., Suite 6-131
Celebrating 140 years
Please join us as we celebrate 140 years of color & innovation with Benjamin Moore!
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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Exquisite Surfaces, Suite 143
Book Signing with Michael Del Piero
Michael Del Piero will be signing her new book "Traveled and Textural" along with Light refreshments and drinks will be provided.
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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Interior Crafts, Suite 617
Then and Now
Pop into the showroom suite 14-131 and pop a cork on a mini bottle of champagne. A visual slide presentation of Interior Crafts, then and now, will be playing.
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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Paris Ceramics, Suite 146
Sweets & Prosecco
Please join us at Paris Ceramics for an Open House Happy Hour for sweet treats and Prosecco and a tour of our showroom.
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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
True Residential, Suite 163
Sips & Sweets with True Residential
Join True Residential for an exclusive Happy Hour in the Merchandise Mart's Design Resource Center from 3-5 p.m. in Suite 163! Indulge in refreshing drinks and sweet treats while mingling with the industry's top designers, architects, and builders. Unwind, socialize, and see for yourself that True Residential is beautiful inside and out!
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4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Pindler, Suite 618
Book signing with interior designer Max Humphrey!
Pindler will be hosting a book signing in their showroom following a discussion with interior designer Max Humphrey, who will be promoting his latest book, Lodge: An Indoorsy Tour of America's National Parks, as well as his new exclusive collection with Pindler and Sunbrella.
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4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Porcelanosa | Tile | Kitchen | Bath | Hardwood, Suite 149
Fit Wall
Taking inspiration from nature and based on its commitment to the environment, Krion has developed a large format decorative panel with reduced resins and higher mineral content.
Fitwall® offers excellent resistance and durability, and has a distinctive natural aesthetic which perfectly reproduces the volumes and textures in realistic designs such as wood, concrete, fired clay, and textiles. In a panel format, it can be used to create striking reliefs, making it a high durability material for interiors.
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9:00 am - 11:00 am
Century | Hickory Chair, Suite 1464
Breakfast Open House with Kim Scodro
Come and join us for a meet and greet with the super dynamic and talented Kim Scodro, Principal at Kim Scodro Interiors. Kim Scodro is part of the Hickory Chair/ Pearson designer collections and we would love for you to see some of her fabulous pieces in person! Refreshments will be served. Hickory Chair Suite 1461.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Edelman Leather, Suite 6-128
The Edelman Foundation
A showroom presentation highlighting Edelman’s foundation of fourteen essential leathers that encompass a range of techniques and aesthetics. Our refreshed showroom highlights the luxury of leather as an understated natural material.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Miele Experience Center, Suite 133
Taste the Quality and Craftsmanship of Miele
Visit the Miele Experience Center to explore the premium product assortment from built-in kitchen appliances including cooking, dishwashers, and refrigeration; to laundry and floorcare. And find out more about our designs, colors, and installation options to create a long-lasting kitchen look.
Stop in for a coffee drink and a freshly-made sweet and savory baked good, all prepared in the newest Generation 7000 built-in appliances.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Scott Group Studio, Suite 14-129
Sip & Discover
Join us for an open house at Scott Group Studio during Design Chicago. Discover our latest arrivals and experience the unapparelled craftsmanship that sets us apart. Meet Jennifer, our dedicated account representative, who will be available to provide insights, answer your questions and guide you through out exceptional offerings. Refreshments to be provided.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tai Ping | Edward Fields, Suite 1487
Song of Solitude
Introducing Tai Ping's "Song of Solitude" Collection, a collaboration with artist Qin Feng. Blending Chinese ink tradition and Western abstract expressionism, this collection reimagines Qin's iconic early works, showcasing ethereal landscapes and mythical realms. We invite you to join us at our Design Chicago Open House to discover this exceptional collection and indulge in a delightful experience of traditional Chinese tea and confections.
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10:00 am - 3:00 pm
C.A.I. Designs, Suite 1495
Outdoor Oasis Lunch & Refreshments
Our new outdoor showroom showcases a curated selection of furniture, lighting, rugs & accessories that offer a seamless blend of luxury and durability. Visit our new space and discover a diverse range of styles and materials that are sure to inspire your perfect outdoor oasis. Lunch & refreshments will be served.
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11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Michael - Cleary, Suite 6-161
Bubbles & Brunch
Michael-Cleary invites you to sip mimosas and enjoy breakfast bites as you mingle with VIP Artisans and Makers from around the world.
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11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Benjamin Moore & Co., Suite 6-131
Live fashion illustrator
Visit the Benjamin Moore showroom where art and color will converge for personalized fashion illustrations by artist Kaitlyn Dornbier. With limited availability, this first-come, first-served opportunity promises to add a touch of style to your day.
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12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Designers Linen Source, Suite 14-106
Trunk Show
Awaken the senses and discover the iconic Italian linen brand during Design Chicago with their signature trunk show. Pratesi’s linens are made with precise care and artistry using rare, extra-long staple Egyptian Cotton from the finest Italian mills. Each Pratesi item has an embroidered logo and their signature inside finish is the elusive French seam. Their old-world methods are still in production today.
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1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Middleby Residential | Viking Range | La Cornue, Suite 100
Afternoon Soirée
Be one of the first to experience the all-new 7000 sq ft. Middleby Residential Flagship Showcase Gallery. Live chef curated demos, luxury product innovation and design inspiration.
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1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Design Resource Center, Suite 163
Espresso Cart & Cookies
Enjoy a quick afternoon pick up with a handcrafted espresso beverage and cookie at our MART coffee cart.
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1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Osborne & Little, Suite 610
View our Autumn 2023 Launch
Please join Osborne & Little. The company cherishes its reputation for innovation and quality and is as inspired and energetic today as ever, creating a constant stream of new collections that push forward boundaries. The autumn 2023 launch includes new collections from Osborne & Little, Nina Campbell, Designers Guild, Ralph Lauren, and John Derian.
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1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Vadara Quartz by UGM Surfaces, Suite 163
Meet & Greet with Maria Killam
Meet acclaimed Maria Killam, color expert and enjoy refreshments while exploring Vadara's latest colors.
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2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ferrell Mittman/Avery Boardman, Suite 1483
See what's NEW and EXCITING this Fall!
Tour the showroom and view our expanding collections of furniture. Enjoy light refreshments and enter our free raffle with a chance to win a great prize!
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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Innovations in Wallcoverings, Suite 6-130
Gilded Earth
Join us for a toast to celebrate our new Fall 2023 collection, Gilded Earth, with light refreshments served.
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3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Katonah Architectural Hardware • Lighting • Furniture, Suite 6-170
Bites and Bubbly With Katonah
Join the Katonah team in our 6th floor showroom for a happy hour! In addition to our hardware division, our team has launched a furniture, lighting and shelving division with items made from artisans and skilled craftsmen in order to complement any aesthetic you have.
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5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Scavolini Store Chicago, Suite 110
Meet & Greet with Drinks and Treats
Join Scavolini's Boss ladies for an evening of meeting the panelist with beverages and light bites.
