Design Calendar: March 22–April 12, 2012
Search for treasure at the Marburger Farm Antique Fair, see what's new at the Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show and more
From a tour of two architectural sculpture studios in Maryland, to an artisan furniture show in Philadelphia, our roundup of upcoming events across the country has something for you. See our five newest picks of things to do this spring.
WALKING TOUR — March 24, 2012, 10:30 a.m.
Giannetti Studio and Kaskey Studio Tours
3806 38th St., Brentwood, Maryland
Spend your Saturday with the ICAA Washington Mid-Atlantic Chapter, having coffee and a behind-the-scenes look at two architectural sculpture studios. See works in progress at Giannetti Studio, an architectural and ornamental plaster studio, and at Kaskey Studio, belonging to sculptor and architect Raymond J. Kaskey, creator of the architectural sculptures of the National Mall's World War II Memorial.
Cost: $15 general public; $10 ICAA members and employees of professional firms; free to full-time students with current ID
RSVP: susan.sapiro@classicist-washington.org
Giannetti Studio and Kaskey Studio Tours
3806 38th St., Brentwood, Maryland
Spend your Saturday with the ICAA Washington Mid-Atlantic Chapter, having coffee and a behind-the-scenes look at two architectural sculpture studios. See works in progress at Giannetti Studio, an architectural and ornamental plaster studio, and at Kaskey Studio, belonging to sculptor and architect Raymond J. Kaskey, creator of the architectural sculptures of the National Mall's World War II Memorial.
Cost: $15 general public; $10 ICAA members and employees of professional firms; free to full-time students with current ID
RSVP: susan.sapiro@classicist-washington.org
SHOW — April 3–7, 2012
Marburger Farm Antique Show
2248 S. State Highway 237, Round Top, Texas
If you've been on the hunt for a vintage jukebox or a rustic French dress form, you're sure to find one — or several — at the Marburger Farm Antique Show. The twice-a-year outdoor show has been a favorite source for antiques for more than a dozen years. Featuring more than 350 dealers, the show has 43 acres full of Americana, furniture, fine art, textiles, glassware and more.
Hours and Cost: Tuesday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., $25; 2–5 p.m., $10; Wednesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., $10; Saturday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., $10. Parking is free.
Marburger Farm Antique Show
2248 S. State Highway 237, Round Top, Texas
If you've been on the hunt for a vintage jukebox or a rustic French dress form, you're sure to find one — or several — at the Marburger Farm Antique Show. The twice-a-year outdoor show has been a favorite source for antiques for more than a dozen years. Featuring more than 350 dealers, the show has 43 acres full of Americana, furniture, fine art, textiles, glassware and more.
Hours and Cost: Tuesday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., $25; 2–5 p.m., $10; Wednesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., $10; Saturday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., $10. Parking is free.
SHOW — March 23–25, 2012
Philadelphia Invitational Furniture Show
The 23rd Street Armory, 22 S. 23rd St., Philadelphia
Appreciate the art of carefully crafted furniture at the 18th annual Philadelphia Invitational Furniture Show. On display and available for purchase will be an exceptional range of works, everything from a pitchfork coat rack (photo) to tabletop accessories by a selected group of artisans. Price points span from affordable impulse buys to long-term investments.
On Friday night, join Antiques Roadshow appraisers David Rago and Suzanne Perrault as they auction off items to benefit the Craft Emergency Relief Fund. There will also be musical peformances by flute soloist and Dolce Suono founder Mimi Stillman, along with Gabriel Globus-Hoenich, Dolce Suono's percussionist.
Hours: Friday, 6 p.m.–9 p.m. (preview party and auction); Saturday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: $12 general admission
Philadelphia Invitational Furniture Show
The 23rd Street Armory, 22 S. 23rd St., Philadelphia
Appreciate the art of carefully crafted furniture at the 18th annual Philadelphia Invitational Furniture Show. On display and available for purchase will be an exceptional range of works, everything from a pitchfork coat rack (photo) to tabletop accessories by a selected group of artisans. Price points span from affordable impulse buys to long-term investments.
On Friday night, join Antiques Roadshow appraisers David Rago and Suzanne Perrault as they auction off items to benefit the Craft Emergency Relief Fund. There will also be musical peformances by flute soloist and Dolce Suono founder Mimi Stillman, along with Gabriel Globus-Hoenich, Dolce Suono's percussionist.
Hours: Friday, 6 p.m.–9 p.m. (preview party and auction); Saturday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: $12 general admission
SEMINAR — March 29, 2012
Inspirations with Barry Dixon
Denver Design District
595-601 S. Broadway, Denver, Colorado
As part of the Denver Design District's Designer Seminar series, hear what interior designer Barry Dixon has to say about today's designers and the modern interiors they create. Following the presentation, join Dixon and showroom MODA Antica for a reception and book signing of Dixon's latest book, Barry Dixon Inspirations.
Cost: $10
RSVP: amanda@denverdesign.com; (303) 282-3237
More design events: March 9–31, 2012, March 17–April 5, 2012
What's on your calendar? Let us know in the Comments.
Inspirations with Barry Dixon
Denver Design District
595-601 S. Broadway, Denver, Colorado
As part of the Denver Design District's Designer Seminar series, hear what interior designer Barry Dixon has to say about today's designers and the modern interiors they create. Following the presentation, join Dixon and showroom MODA Antica for a reception and book signing of Dixon's latest book, Barry Dixon Inspirations.
Cost: $10
RSVP: amanda@denverdesign.com; (303) 282-3237
More design events: March 9–31, 2012, March 17–April 5, 2012
What's on your calendar? Let us know in the Comments.
Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami
From pizza ovens to ultramodern lounge chairs, see what's new in furnishings, products and remodeling services for the home at the Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show. For four days, the Miami Beach Convention Center will be filled with thousands of exhibitors and home remodeling ideas, plus plenty of opportunities to interact with industry professionals. HGTV's John Gidding is a guest speaker, and cooking demonstrations will be offered.
Hours: Friday and Saturday: 12:00–10:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12:00–7:30 p.m.; Monday, 6:00–10:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 general admission; $1 ages 11 and younger