FEATURE PRESENTATION
Tastemaker Series:
A Celebration of "Southern Style"
Panel Discussion
11 a.m.
Conference Room,
Concourse-Level
SALLY MCCONNELL, Moderator
Director of Marketing, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
LYNNE DAKIN HASTINGS, Panelist
Curator of historic interiors, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
FRANCES SCHULTZ, Panelist |
RUSSELL VERSACI, Panelist |
Join a panel of design aficionados and Margaret Pritchard, Curator of print and wall paper at The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, for a discussion on how the influence of 18th century design shapes today's architecture, interiors and textiles. Panelists include Frances Schultz, author of A House in the South, and host of the Emmy award winning series Southern Living Presents; Russell Versaci, architect author of Creating a New Old House and an expert on the architecture of Colonial Williamsburg; Lynne Dakin Hastings, curator of historic interiors at The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.
TIMED EVENTS
Suite 523Lunch Reception
Following the feature presentation, please join Executive Chef Rhys Lewis in the Schumacher showroom, Suite 523, for a southern lunch inspired by the great entertaining and culinary traditions of Colonial Williamsburg. Please RSVP 202.646.0610.
12:30–2:00 p.m. • Suite 117J.Lambeth & Co.
Clarence House hits another home run with an out of this world collection by artist Kazumi Yoshida. Join us for lunch and be dazzled. RSVP 202.646.1774
1:00–1:45 p.m. • Suite 503Donghia, Inc.
Please join us in the Donghia Showroom when Iris Wang, Design Director of Brentano Fabrics, will be emphasizing the beauty and performance of her Spring 2008 "Surroundings Collection", highlighting her first introduction of outdoor/indoor drapery and upholstery as well as other spectacular textiles for today’s Interiors. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to lallner@donghia.com or 202.479.2724.
1:00–5:00 p.m. • Suite 511AmericanEye
AmericanEye is pleased to present Robin Bartles of Lee Industries. Please stop in all afternoon to chat one on one with Robin who can answer all of your questions about how textiles are selected at Lee. Find out how Lee predicts the future with what consumers will want a year in advance. Do you think textile selections are regional? How do the major retailers select their fabric? Come and get answers about Lee stock fabrics and how COM fabrics are cut and applied. 202.554.5744
1:00–2:00 p.m. • Suite 401Michael Cleary, LLC
Randolph & Hein Fabric Presentation
Mr. Geoff Wallace, Textile Specialist at Randolph & Hein,
will introduce the new Pebble Beach fabric collection and
discuss the inspiration and creativity behind Randolph
& Hein's 36 year textile history. Join us for refreshments.
202.488.9787
1:00–5:00 p.m • Suite 435Osborne & Little, Inc.
Debut New Collection for Designer’s Guild
Visit our debut of
the newest Designer's
Guild collection,
Florimund. The
collection showcases
a Rococo influence
in its grandeur
and sophistication.
Large-scale prints
and wall-coverings
combine classical,
graphic, and botanical
designs. The glistening
palette has a lightness
of spirit and a touch
of Marie Antoinette.
202.554.8800
1:30–5:00 p.m. • Suite 523Schumacher
Schumacher Line
Immediately following the showroom
luncheon, there will be an ongoing line showing of the
entire Schumacher Spring 2008 Collection presented by
Julie Herring and Karean Morris. 202.646.0610
1:30–2:15 p.m. • Suite 726 Stark Carpet, Corp.
Stark Fabrics
We invite you to engage in a rare
archival exploration of original
documents from the looms of
Tassinari & Chatel, the oldest and
most prestigious silk mill in Lyon,
France. These silk treasures date
back to 1680 and encompass the
romance and grandeur of France in
her glory days, and will be proudly
presented by Marie Catherine de
Masin, the Export Director of Lelievre
of Paris. Light refreshments served.
Please RSVP to Wendy. 202.484.4566
2:00–3:00 p.m. • Suite 420 Brunschwig & Fils
Dedicated to the Wondering Heart
Please join Mr. Jeff Eckman,
Brunschwig & Fils Outside Sales
Representative, as he presents the
exciting Spring 2008 Collection.
For those that love to travel, this
"Exotic" collection of prints, and
wovens that include colorful Ikats,
will transport you to the many
wonders of the world giving you
inspiration to create a unique
design. New collections will also
be introduced from Kirk Brummel,
Gaston y Daniela, and Jagtar.
Refreshments will be served.
202.554.1004
2:00–3:00 p.m. • Suite 401 Michael-Cleary, LLC
Pepe Peñalver Collecion Enero
See an exciting new fabric collection
from Madrid, Spain that offers large
scale patterns of prints and textures
presented in a trendy combination
of fresh and cheerful colours. Brush
upon your Español and stop by to
meet and greet our very special
guest, Mr. Ignacio Garcia Romero,
Export Director, as he presents the
new Colleccion Enero 2008.
202.488.9787
3:00–4:00 p.m. • Suite 111ARBITER ltd.
ARBITER ltd. hosts Emma Gardner
Asian art, urban fashion, pop art and
organic forms are all invoked as graphic
influences by award-winning rug
designer Emma C. Gardner. Hear the
designer's perspective on how these
elements are fused to create a uniquely
modern aesthetic and compliment a
multitude of interior styles in her new
2008 lines.
Winner of a 2007 Best of Year Merit award from Interior Design and two IIDEX/Neocon Innovation Awards, emma gardner design, llc is based in Litchfield, Connecticut. Join us to view her new work and for a discussion of inspiration and creativity, as we welcome the celebrated designer Emma Gardner to the ARBITER ltd. showroom. Afternoon delights and refreshments to follow. RSVP to info@arbiterltd.com or 202.479.4114
3:00–4:00 p.m. • Suite 401Michael-Cleary, LLC
ICIAR DE LA CONCHA
Mr. Bruno Garros of ARNITEX,
LLC will introduce our newest
arrival in fabrics from Iciar de
la Concha. This fabulous
collection of Toile's, Sheers
and Textures can't be
missed. 202.488.9787
ONGOING EVENTS
Suite 506Arc-Com Fabrics, Inc.
Stop by the Arc-Com Showroom to view our new fabric and wall covering patterns, including Paladin. Paladin is an exciting wall covering design created by a sculptor. This design was inspired by the old west and the actual motif is reminiscent of the etchings found on an antique rifle and tooled leather accessories, such as western saddles, boots and belts.
Paladin is available in 18 colorations in a range of luxurious leather inspired hues as well as a selection of alluring etched metallic tones. Wall covering construction is a 28 ounce, Type II Vinyl, Polycotton Osnaburg. 202.863.2900
Suite C10Architectural Ceramics
Architectural Ceramics is a ceramic tile,
marble and natural stone distributor
dedicated to providing the finest selection
of products and unsurpassed professional
customer service to the designer, builder,
contractor and homeowner in the
Washington, DC Metro area. Dubbed
"...where the Architects and Designers
shop" by Washingtonian Magazine, we are a
comprehensive tile and stone company
with caring, capable people.
Tile your Wine Cellar with Architectural Ceramics …
We have over 25,000 samples to choose from in ceramic
tile, marble and stone. Pictured above in Mandala's, Etrusco
Stone. We provide designers, architects, builders and
contractors the finest selection of products with unsurpassed
customer service from caring, capable people. Meet our
great team: Sonia, Sarah and Veronica. 202.554.8719
Suite 423Cowtan & Tout
New Collection Presentation for Jane Churchill and Colefax and Fowler
Join Cowtan & Tout for
new line presentations.
Refreshments will be
served. 202.863.8490
Suite C24DeZahra
PreSealed Limestone Slabs in the Kitchen: “Nothing Penetrates!”
Live demonstration of
DeZahra's presealed Limestone
slabs. Does your client want
limestone but is worried about
staining? Come try to stain our
presealed limestone slabs with
common kitchen ingredients.
DeZahra specializes in
EXTREMELY dense limestone
with low porosity and also
utilizes a natural process to
preseal our slabs, which protects it against most common
hazards in the kitchen. If you want limestone, this is the best
product on the market! 866.DEZAHRA
Suite 503Donghia, Inc.
Donghia, Inc.
Please join us in the Donghia Showroom to see the newest
collections from all of our fabulous manufacturers. Pollack
continues its tradition of wowing one and all with "Connect
the Dots," their latest collection of wovens, sheers and plushes.
You have heard about the Rockwell Collection of Wallcovering from Maya Romanoff, well they are finally here and well worth the wait. See the "Surroundings Collection" presented in person by Iris Wang, the Creative Director of Brentano.
Let us lead you through Bart Halpern, the perfect fabric for all installations. Enjoy great solids that can be recreated with multiple types of pleated designs. Refreshments will be served. 202.479.2724
Suite 622Farrow & Ball
Colour Preview
Farrow & Ball is delighted to
announce the arrival of our new
colours for 2008, debuting this
Spring. Please join us in the
showroom for refreshments and
a very special preview of these
exciting new hues. Expert staff
will be on hand to answer all of
your colour questions. We are
incredibly proud of our new
colours and hope that they will
inspire you to create unrivaled
contemporary interior and
exterior designs. 202.479.6780
Suite 610FENDI Casa
Canova
CANOVA is part of FENDI Casa's
2007 Collection. This chest of
drawers comes in different
measurements and can also be
made as a night stand. This piece
comes in black, white, ivory, beige,
red, and silver or gold leaf. On
the top there is an optional tray
in crocodile embossed leather.
Drawers are opened with the "Spy" fastener accessory in
braided leather, which is the same fastener that can be
found on the well known FENDI "Spy Bag." The glass
console can be bordered in leather, gold or chrome and the
drawers covered in leather or made to match the frame.
Please join us to see Canova while we sip champagne and
enjoy tasty treats! 202.479.0990
Suite 117J.Lambeth & Co.
S Harris — Calypso, Fusion, Solstice, Aquarelle, Wild Side, Isaac Mizrahi. See the brilliant diversity of new S Harris, and be introduced to the first silk trimming collection for Vervain Poetry. 202.646.1774
Suite 408Julia Gray Ltd.
Beds, Beds, Beds!
Louis XVI held court in his
bedroom and you will too
with a fabulous Julia Gray bed.
Our sleek modern/transitional
adaptations as well as fine
antique reproductions all
embrace timeless classical
proportions and superb taste. Stop by as we show many
custom options, allowing you to create the setting that
will give voice to your own proclamations. Delectable
confections will be served. 202.554.6021
Suite 520 Pindler and Pindler, Inc.
Pindler & Pindler carries an exceptional
selection of fabrics, including the licensed
Signature Exclusive Newport Mansions &
Hearst Castle Collections. Trim is now
available in both classic and fashion forward
styles and colorations that seamlessly
coordinate with our entire collection. Visit
the showroom during market for a personal
introduction to the line. 202.488.1805



