Tile walls. Leather floors. Sumptuous Fabrics. “Green” Elements. Intrigued yet? The 3rd annual DreamHome returns this September, living up to the high precedents set by the last two design teams. This year, The Merchandise Mart Design Center partners with Metropolitan Home magazine to bring you nine sleek, sexy, cutting-edge rooms that will leave you inspired.
Be one of the first to see these nine rooms everyone will be talking about at the Preview Gala benefi ting the University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Women’s Board. To purchase tickets to this September 27 event, visit www.cancerboard.org. Meet the designers and Metropolitan Home editors while toasting high design and Chicago talent.
| Announcing the 2007 Design Team |
Tracy Hickman
The Entrance |
Doug Nickless
The Living Room |
James Dolenc &
Tom Riker–The Bath |
Doug Levine
The Home Office |
Matt Lorenz
The Bedroom |
Martial
The Dining Room |
Jessica Lagrange
The Kitchen |
Gary Lee, IIDA
The Media Room |
Sherry Koppel
The Porch |
September 28–December 21, 2007
1st Floor, North Lobby
Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
$5 suggested donation to the University of Chicago
Cancer Research Foundation Women’s Board. |
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Design professionals, mark your calendars now for October 9 and 10. The Merchandise Mart Design Center’s Fall Market is a two-day, full out mélange of cutting-edge design. From high profile keynote speakers to the Ones to Watch reception, future industry trends to color forecasting, the hottest product debuts to the freshest fabric introductions, Design Chicago offers something for everyone. Make sure you are offering your clients up-to-the-minute design advice, fabulous product finds and more. Attend Design Chicago and be certain you possess the industry’s latest!
Keynote Presentations
Enjoy insightful, delightful presentations from industry icons including the bold and colorful Jamie Drake, retro-chic furniture designer Celerie Kembel, Metropolitan Home’s Lisa Skolnik and business guru Lloyd Princeton. In addition, benefit from showroom product debuts and collection introductions, view special exhibits and network at exceptional events, including a color presentation by ICI.
Ones to Watch Awards Reception
 Once again, The Merchandise Mart Design Center will recognize up-and-coming designers for their talent and dedication. The Ones to Watch reception, taking place Tuesday evening, will be a fabulous celebration of fresh design among industry leaders including designers, showrooms, press, students and more. After your first day at Design Chicago, relax and unwind with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.
Fab Fabrics
In addition to a stellar line-up, The Merchandise Mart Design Center showrooms will create one-of-a-kind ottomans, on display in The Merchandise Mart lobby, showcasing luxury design and exquisite fabrics. Visit our Web site for travel discounts, hotel accommodations, event details, to R.S.V.P. and more.
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