Color Announcement
James Hardie, the leader in fiber cement home siding, has announced Evening Blue as its 2025 Exterior Color of the Year—a shade chosen for its timeless appeal and ability to evoke feelings of calmness and peace. The deep soothing blue mirrors the serenity of a twilight sky and is offered in a wide range of Hardie products including plank lap siding, shingle siding, panel vertical siding, trim and batten boards. To see how this color could transform your home, download the Hover Design Studio app.
Designer Fashion
Once exclusive to the design trade, Kravet textiles have been translated into an accessible selection of tabletop items, bedding, pillows, wall and window coverings and decorative accessories for Pottery Barn. Drawing inspiration from Kravet’s extensive fabric archive, the design teams at Kravet and Pottery Barn reinterpreted and recolored classic prints and patterns including florals, ikats, damasks and stripes to create this assemblage. “The Kravet family has had the privilege of serving the design trade for many decades, and we’re now thrilled to partner with Pottery Barn to bring consumers exclusive pieces for their home inspired by our archives,” says Kravet President and CEO Cary Kravet.
Style Source
Ligne Roset opened its newest store in New York City in the heart of the Midtown design district, conveniently located just steps from both the D&D and A&D buildings. The showroom boasts nearly 4,000-square-feet of furniture, decorative accessories, lighting, rugs and textiles. Ligne Roset is known for collaborating with both established and up-and-coming designers. Some of their creations are highlighted in the new space, including Michel Ducaroy’s tailored Kashima sectional and iconic Togo collection (in surprising and bold finishes); new statement dining tables, such as Camma by Marie C Dorner and Hashira by Alain Gilles; the beautifully-crafted Marechiaro storage by Philippe Nigro; and a special installation of the Todana walk-in closet system.
Live Well
After nearly two decades as an interior designer in NYC, Lisa Sternfeld shifted her focus to a wellness practice to help people create healthier living environments. What began as a personal experience to rid her home of toxic chemicals when her son’s respiratory issues surfaced as a toddler, became the impetus to create WLLW (Well Life, Lived Well, pronounced Willow), a Fairfield-based resource for those seeking healthier, more sustainable homes. WLLW’s online shop is an extension of Sternfeld’s mission and offers a curated selection of beautiful home products including textiles, bed and bath, kitchen and tabletop and décor with future expansions into rugs, lighting and furniture expected this year. Each item is chosen for its aesthetic beauty, use of natural and healthy materials and commitment to environmental stewardship. “I believe our homes and the objects we surround ourselves with are investments in our health and well-being,” says Sternfeld.
