Abode Abroad

Giorgetti goes on stage at IMM Koln and Maison&Objet Paris

Simultaneously with the two international fairs, Giorgetti’s Stores in Paris and Cologne welcome the proposals of the latest collections, recounting the brand’s passion for detail and continuous quest for excellence

Oliver Hospitality transforms Lodge at Marconi in Tomales Bay 

Oliver Hospitality Unveils the Highly Anticipated Transformation of the Historic Bay Area Property, Featuring Modern Lodging, High Design by Home Studios, Dynamic Event Spaces, and West Marin’s Unspoiled Natural Beauty  

Pacaso unveils top US second home markets of 2023 and 2024 destinations to watch

Pacaso, the leading technology-enabled real estate marketplace that helps people buy, co-own, and sell a luxury second home, today releases its third annual Top Second Home Markets Report, identifying the leading luxury second home markets for 2023 and introducing the top markets to watch in 2024. The report reveals the top ten counties across the U.S. that saw the biggest annual increases in second home transactions and the largest year-over-year appreciation for homes priced above one million dollars.

Abode abroad: Tokyo design guide

After the Elle Decor Design Walk in Tokyo this month, I wanted to share some of the highlights with the readers here at DNN and explore my unique findings beyond the designated Design Walk’s path. Read on for Tokyo twists on familiar US and EU design staples, unique retail and showroom models, and of course aesthetic inspiration you won’t find anywhere else.

Venini gets on board with custom line for yachts

In conjunction with the Cannes and Montecarlo Boat Shows, VENINI once again partners with the Ferretti Group brand, reaffirming their commitment to design and innovation. The exclusive creations of VENINI are now on board the latest models from the shipyard, Custom Line 140′ and Custom Line 30′, seamlessly integrating into interior designs and enhancing them with vibrant colors and sinuous shapes, crafted by master glassblowers in Venetian furnaces.

Molteni&C is partnering with Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Molteni&C is partnering with Breast Cancer Research Foundation – BCRF to support the  brightest minds in science by holding an online auction featuring four limited-edition Porta  Volta armchairs by Herzog & de Meuron in a distinctive pink hue. The auction will take  place on liveauctioneers.com through October 31st, 2023. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Foundation.

2023 Global Forum: sessions on international sales issues, global markets

Veteran housewares executives looking to grow their global sales and suppliers new to the international arena will benefit alike from the 2023 IBC Global Forum, Oct. 3-4 in Rosemont, Ill. The annual meeting of the International Business Council provides a platform for attendees to learn from key retailers, key distributors and industry-savvy specialists discussing relevant export topics and providing education on market entry, global product development and marketing strategies.

Molenti opens new flagship store in Kunming China

Molteni&C inaugurates its newest Flagship Store in Kunming, demonstrating the brand’s rapid growth in the contemporary design scenario of the Chinese market.

Kunming is the capital city of Yunnan Province in China, known for its pleasant climate with spring-like weather year-round, as well as its rich history, abundant cultural heritage, and diverse natural landscapes. As the most high-end Italian furniture brand in this city, Molteni&C is situated in the exclusive high-end furniture mall, Red Star Macalline, which is currently the only one of its kind in the city. Covering an area of over 900 square meters, it stands as the largest Flagship Store in China and represents the latest and most sought- after Flagship Store.

Draga & Aurel trendsetting at the Lake Como Design Festival

The prestigious Rossana Orlandi Gallery made its debut at the Lake Como Design Festival, where it presented the art-design project LEWIT, a monumental bed sculpture that arose from a creative symbiosis between Draga & Aurel and eclectic architect Giuliano dell’Uva, in collaboration with the Italian textile company Somma1867.

The event took place in the fireplace room (Sala del Camino) of Villa Olmo, one of the lake’s most charming historical dwellings. LEWIT was showcased as a free-standing furnishing item designed and made as a three-dimensional artwork. It merged contemporary taste and aesthetics with explicit references to the artistic avant-garde of the 1960s and 70s.

Salvatori on building a heritage brand

Salvatori’s unwavering commitment to sustainability is further underscored by other creations like Lithoverde®, Romboo, Lost Stones, and the newly introduced Passepartout. These designs exemplify the company’s belief that elegance and environmental consciousness can coexist seamlessly. Patchwork stands as a tangible step towards a more sustainable future, aligning perfectly with Salvatori’s promise to prioritize the Earth’s natural resources.