8/29/2010
Check these patterned textures from Vanguard Furniture, drawing the viewer in to the setting with an invite to reach out & touch. Juxtapose colors & textures to create contrast & excitement. Tie different styles together using the same color, texture or shape. How do you incorporate materials, textiles & textures in your designs to maximize visual interest?
5/20/2010
Join L.A. Mart on Tuesday, June 15 as retailers, designers, manufacturers, reps & showrooms gather to energize the retail community! Keynote speaker Marilyn Hooker, networking, business resources & services. RSVP to joanne@joanneandcompany.com!
4/29/2010
Legends of La Cienega: May 6-8, 2010
Tour the streets & galleries at La Cienega Design Quarter! Get inspired by vignettes created by star interior designers & set decorators. Meet style icons at exclusive events, glamorous dinners & lively lectures. www.lcdqla.com * www.elledecor.com/legends2010 
4/07/2010
Filbert & Fig is 16,000 sq. feet of interior design discovery on 10th floor of LA Mart Design Center. Check these lovely furniture vignettes for beautiful, striking, practical presentation at its very best. Modern, contemporary grey & silver complements the black lacquer coffee table - sophisticated but not too formal.