Favorite Finds at the Architectural Digest Design Show

Nature is the ultimate backdrop for any vignette as we saw in our look at going green at the Architectural Digest Design Show and DIFFA Dining by Design last week. It was also perfectly utilized in Amy Lau‘s elegant area she designed as the Architectural Digest Design Studio with furnishings from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams. A perfect place to rest weary feet and bleary eyes, it was like a breath of fresh air.

Amy Lau Architectural Digest Design Show studioMoving on into the show, it was clear reinforcement that craft is back. From fashion and food to design and decorating, the art and appeal of the human touch can be seen everywhere, including last week at the show. Artisans from Brooklyn to Bhutan were represented in a wide range of products, styles and materials.

Coral & Tusk at the Architectural Digest Design ShowEveryone seemed happy to see cult favorite Coral & Tusk with their embroidered fabric by the yard, which they added to their collection of home decor and accessories last fall. While Stephanie Housley and team may be known primarily for their whimsical figurative work, the Wayfarer collection, below, is based on pattern and design influenced by the global textile traditions.

Coral & Tusk Wayfarer at the Architectural Digest Design Show

Daniel Levy‘s handmade porcelain combines a timeless craft with a modern minimalist aesthetic.

Daniel Levy porcelain at the Architectural Digest Design show

Embellished with multiple layers of 22k gold or platinum, his work is elegantfunctional art. I loved these new pieces with a rather rough luxe feel.

Daniel Levy at the Architectural Digest Design show

Dara shares the work of skilled global artisans from Los Angeles to Laos, helping to preserve the time honored traditions of these master craftspeople. Their collection of handmade items included, among others, handmade decorative ceramics from Uzbekistan

Dara ceramics at the Architectural Digest Design Show

to textiles from around the world.

Dara textiles at the Architectural Digest Design Show

Glass artist Elizabeth Lyons‘ spectacular branching magnolia fixture was a showstopper. This large scale, handmade chandelier in the palest pastels was both delicate and grand.

Elizabeth Lyons magnolia chandelier at the Architectural Digest Design show

It is difficult to capture in photos the elegant luminosity of each flower.

Elizabeth Lyons glass at the Architectural Digest Design show

Another type of glass lighting was seen at Hubbardton Forge. Based in Vermont, it is one of the oldest and largest commercial forges still in operation. Here the art of the handmade combines traditional craft with modern technique and design.

Humberton Forge at the Architectural Digest Home Show

Their Otto lighting series is a unique design that defies category. The vertical pendant above and glass sphere fixture below marry industrial chic with a luxurious detailing.

Humbarton Forge

Marretti’s modern staircase uses glass to anchor its cantilever structure. The graceful spiral could create an interesting architectural dialogue within a contemporary or even rustic home – think barn or beach.

Marretti stairs at the Architectural Digest Design Show

Art in action was seen in several booths such as Flat Vernacular, below, where color coordination extended from wallpaper to fashion statement. Their Pigeon Pizza Party wallpaper is the ultimate example of self expression – a pattern where the colors on the paper are up to you to fill in.

Flat Vernacular at the Architectural Digest Home Show

They have extended into textiles and showed their new patterns on one of a kind pieces refinished and upholstered by Chairloom.

Flat Vernacular fabrics

Mexico City based León León not only handcrafts furniture and lighting but can create artwork for walls and illustration and silkscreen printing.

Leon Leon at the Architectural Digest Design Show

Inspired by the famous 1950’s Acapulco chair, they extended the design to lighting. While many of their fixtures are steel, I loved these beachy wicker versions.

Leon leon lights

A departure from their usual designs showed Leon Leon’s custom capabilities – all handmade in their workshop.

Leon leon furnitureall photos Quintessence

Stop back next time for a continuing look at the Architectural Digest Design Show.

5 thoughts on “Favorite Finds at the Architectural Digest Design Show

  1. ABSOULUTLY stunning works of art, I so enjoy seeing your posts daily! So interesting design(s) thx

  2. Stacey I love it all, from the lighting, the fabrics and the artful porcelain! A fabulous array of finds!
    Have a wonderful weekend!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Featuring Artist Scott McBee

  3. Just beautiful Stacey! I’m so bummed, I couldn’t go this year. Was very under the weather that day. Still recuperating from the Design Blogger’s Bug. If you’re going to High Point, hopefully I’ll see you there. xo, Laurel

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