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THURSDAY, MARCH 8 • 11 AM to 3 PM
Twelve designers in six showrooms will go head-to-head to create their own interpretations of a theme starting with three similar basic furnishings. See how they develop their “rooms” and get fresh ideas for your whole house!
11 AM PRESENTATION – Mid America Room, Suite 86
Join the designers to see how they transformed their spaces into beautiful, functional rooms during a one-hour presentation in the Mid-America Room.
Admission to the presentation is $5 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit THAW – The Heat and Warmth Fund. Please click the link below to purchase tickets.
12 to 3 PM OPEN HOUSE
Tour the room vignettes and meet the designers. Admission is free but reservations are requested. Please click the link below to RSVP.
PARTICIPATING MARCH MADNESS SHOWROOMS & DESIGNERS
Showroom: Baker Knapp & Tubbs, Suite 60 | Room Type: Living Room |
Designer 1:
Paul Feiten, Paul Feiten Design
248.258.9200
Title: Art Lovers Travel the Globe
When hosting art-loving friends, guests may relax and enjoy the eclectic mix of fine French, traditional, and contemporary furnishings. The personality of the room will serve to spice up the conversations of art and travel for the evening. |
Designer 2:
Gail Urso, Urso Designs, Inc.
313.824.6300
Title: Saturday Night Soiree
A young professional couple enjoys entertaining their friends with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres before heading out to their favorite restaurant for dinner. The comfortable but sophisticated living room keeps the mood relaxing and fun, setting the tone for a perfect evening.
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Showroom: de Grimme Gallery, Suite 90 | Room Type: Salon |
Designer 1:
Carrie Long, Carrie Long Interiors
248.885.9884
Title: In the Salon
The old European tradition of cultural exchange and discourse is alive and well in this salon designed for gathering people together to ponder and share thoughts about art, literature, and the meaning of life. |
Designer 2:
Amy Miller Weinstein, AMW Design Studio
248.321.0931
Title: Salon at the Inn
The owners of this boutique hotel, situated in a vibrant college town, host visiting professors, alumni, and university types for gatherings in this hip and comfortable salon.
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Showroom: Henredon Interior Design Showroom, Suite 122 | Room Type: Home Office |
Designer 1:
David McGowen & Austin Davis,
David McGowen Design LLC
248.608.0334
Title: He said...
This home office is designed for the man of the house, who is both business owner and breeder of champion horses. The space may have an updated city feel, but the client is still a country boy at heart. |
Designer 2:
Lisa Petrella, Petrella Designs, Inc.
248.681.3007
Title: She said...
The lady of the house is a fashion designer who loves to live life surrounded by beautiful things. Her home office / studio within their farmhouse reflects a casual elegance where she can come in from a day of riding and sink right into her role as designer. |
Showroom: RJ Thomas, Ltd., Suite 82 | Room Type: Family Room |
Designer 1:
Margaret Presti, Margeaux Interiors Inc.
248.593.9774
Title: The Apple of Our I
Borrowing inspiration from the world of computer technology, this is a relaxed and inviting family room designed for today’s “modern family.” |
Designer 2:
Denise Seifferlein, d'avignon Interiors
248.942.3785
Title: Chic Comfort – Circa 2012
This is a family room where a couple in their golden years can reminisce in a timeless and relaxing environment, enjoy the moment, or be energized to create new memories.
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Showroom: Roche Bobois, Suite 22 | Room Type: City Apartment |
Designer 1:
Donna Brown, Dazzling Designs, LLC
248.380.5043
Title: Dazzling Goes Roche
This masculine space is an infusion of contemporary elements blended with softer lines, vintage and transitional pieces, great textures, and color. Black and brown anchor the room, while a pop of color and texture softens the edges. |
Designer 2:
Diane Hancock, Diane Hancock Designs, Inc.
248.889.4959
Title: Teva and Tails
Rustic meets modern in this space designed for a nature lover who also happens to be a sophisticated city-slicker. The client’s
idea of fashion is Teva sandals paired with black tie. |
Showroom: Robert Allen | Beacon Hill, Suite 13 | Room Type: Guest Bedroom |
Designer 1:
Tom Verwest, TVI Inc.
248.541.9500
Title: Picture This…Italy 2012
This space reflects a sophisticated couple who are living their dream by creating an Italian-inspired bedroom right here in Michigan. |
Designer 2:
Joan Whitman, Joan Whitman Interior Design
313.204.5223
Title: An All-Inclusive Space
This sophisticated, uptown guest room/home office is a space where the homeowner enjoys working, and visitors feel special, thanks to an eclectic mix of luxurious furnishings.
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