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Product Runway: Design Professionals Get Creative with Building Materials

September 15, 2023 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

The South Central Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers is gearing up for Product Runway, a spirited fundraiser that promotes and supports ASID while raising money for the NWA Food Bank and Magdalene House.

The event is a design competition pitting teams of interior design and architecture professionals against each other in a Project Runway-style fashion competition. Product Runway challenges participants to create one-of-a-kind, handmade ensembles using materials provided by their Garment Label Sponsors (ASID Industry Partners), which were assigned in June. Materials include glass, tile, wallcovering samples, carpet, and wood, and all finished pieces will be inspired by this year’s theme, “The Roaring ’20s.” The culmination of the event includes a runway show with garments modeled by a team member and scored by a panel of judges.

Want to see what these creatives fashion out of everyday building materials? Anyone can buy tickets to attend Product Runway, which is September 22 at the Apollo on Emma in Springdale. The fashion show starts at 7:30 p.m. and is followed by music, hors d’oeuvres, and an open bar. Carmeon Hamilton, winner of HGTV’s Design Star: Next Gen and star of Reno My Rental, will emcee. Visit scasid-events.com for tickets and more information.

Casey Sarkin now offering e-design services

March 31, 2020 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

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In light of COVID-19, many small business owners across the state are finding ways to adapt during social distancing. Casey Sarkin of Casey Sarkin Interior Design is one such creative. She launched a new aspect of her business, e-design, last week. Here, we spoke to her about what inspired this addition to her business and how it works.

At Home in Arkansas: What made you decide to launch this new service to potential clients?
Casey Sarkin: You know all those things you’ve always wanted to do, you just don’t have the time? I realized this was the perfect time to start offering e-design. It’s actually something I already do for clients based in Little Rock, because we’re not going to drive back and forth for every meeting. So we’re using some of those practices we already use, like talking about their vision over the phone and emailing design boards for approval.

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Meet Jenny & Dave Marrs of HGTV’s Fixer to Fabulous

December 4, 2019 by ark_admin

If you’re an HGTV fan, you’re probably familiar with Jenny and Dave Marrs. The Bentonville pair are the stars of the network’s new show Fixer to Fabulous, which airs on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. CST. Here, they put their handiwork and design skills to good use while renovating historic properties. Plus, they also operate a berry farm and event venue. Learn more about the couple, the mark they are making on Northwest Arkansas, and how they keep family time with their five children top priority in our exclusive Q&A.

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8 Design Book Releases To Look Out For This Fall

August 9, 2019 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

In our world, the end of summer means a couple of things: Hopefully the hottest days are behind us, and we can look forward to the latest releases of design books. Would it surprise you to know we are more excited about the latter of the two? In our August issue, we shared three of our favorite design books that we plan on picking up this fall. For a clickable version (and to admire those beautiful covers), we have compiled a full collection of eight books recommended by local designers to be sure to get your hands on.

From the White House to the gardens of Versailles, Rachel Lambert Mellon’s landscape and garden design is held to the highest regard in The Gardens of Bunny Mellon.…

Shayla Copas Publishes Book About Entertaining

April 8, 2019 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Above: A Kentucky Derby-inspired scene from Four Seasons of Entertaining. Photo by Janet Warlick.

Since beginning her practice in 1997, Shayla Copas has become as well known for her event and entertaining design as for her interior design. On April 28, Shayla releases her first book, Four Seasons of Entertaining, which showcases 16 different high-style soirées. The entertaining spreads feature gatherings based around holidays, like Christmas and Cinco de Mayo (featured on the cover), as well as less common celebrations, such as the Kentucky Derby. “In Four Seasons of Entertaining, we hone in on my designs as well as share recipes, tips, and ideas, but nothing in it is predictable,” Shayla says. Following the book’s release, Shayla will embark on a book tour through 20 states across the nation. Four Seasons of Entertaining is available for pre-order at shaylacopas.com/book.

Gingiber Opens Studio and Storefront in Springdale

April 1, 2019 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Stacie Bloomfield founded her paper and home design brand, Gingiber, in 2009 after creating fanciful animal illustrations to use as décor in her own daughter’s nursery. Now, the company has grown to include lines of art prints, stationery, coloring books, home décor, and craft materials such as quilt patterns and embroidery samples. This spring, Stacie opens a storefront and studio at 1503 Carley Road, the former location of Euna Mae’s. The shop will play host to workshops on drawing, painting, paper crafting, and various fiber arts, the first of which is a print-making class on April 20. Keep an eye on Gingiber’s website and social media for more information on upcoming workshops and for an announcement about a grand opening and 10-year celebration this May. gingiber.com

Image courtesy of Gingiber

Selah Design Studio Relocates in Rogers

March 25, 2019 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Above: Selah’s new location at 226 S. First St, Suite A in Rogers.

Amy and Brad Koogler, owners of Selah Design Studio, have relocated their full-service interior design studio and to-the-trade showroom to downtown Rogers. When Amy opened the studio in 2015, she named it Selah after the Hebrew word for “melodic pause.” “I decided if I ever opened up my own place, I wanted it not to have the hustle and bustle feel of retail,” Amy says. “I wanted a quiet place to reflect and truly help our clients and fellow designers with their projects.” The new location, which Amy describes as “cozy,” features a selection of furniture, rugs, art, lamps, and accessories as well as an in-house workroom capable of completing window treatments, bedding, and upholstery for residential and commercial projects. Selah’s new location is 226 S. First St, Suite A. selahdesignstudio.com…

Urban Forge Opens in Northwest Arkansas

February 28, 2019 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Above: A collection of canopy beds is one of Urban Forge’s most popular product lines.

Stone County Ironworks, a Mountain View-based blacksmithing company that has been creating custom furniture and decor available to the trade since 1979, launched a direct-to-consumer brand and storefront, Urban Forge, last year. Now, owners Andy Baker and his father and fellow product designer, Corky Baker, have opened a second location in Rogers. “When you come to our stores, you can browse beds, barstools, lighting, and hardware all made by hand right here in Arkansas,” Andy says, noting that current clients include international brands like Anthropologie. “In Rogers, we partnered with Ave. Design Co. to supply all the store’s soft goods, including upscale bedding, rugs, upholstered furniture, and home décor that pairs well with what we do on the iron side.” Andy and his team hope to eventually expand retail locations regionally. “We’re local to Mountain View and Arkansas, but we do big things for special clients. This company has a very interesting story.” Visit Urban Forge’s new location at 124 W. Walnut in Rogers or the flagship store at 201 W. Main St. in Mountain View. urbanforge.com

Image courtesy of Urban Forge

Bear Hill Completes Design Studio in Little Rock

February 25, 2019 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Above: Bear Hill Interiors. Bear Hill Studio is located to the left of the showroom.

Readers who frequent the shopping district along Rebsamen Park Road in Little Rock might have noticed changes to the exterior of Bear Hill Interiors and the neighboring building to the south, which has been transformed into Bear Hill Studio—a counterpart to the showroom next door. Over the past year, owner and designer Kevin Walsh and his team renovated the space to make it suit Bear Hill’s needs. “We have offices over there, more storage, a larger fabric room, and more room to spread out and be organized,” Kevin says. While the kitchen and open areas make Bear Hill Studio perfect for events like book signings and trunk shows, its primary function is as a workspace for Bear Hill’s designers. “It’s really great for our design clients. We can meet builders and clients, seat 10 people around the conference table and collaborate,” Kevin says. Bear Hill Studio is located at 1414 Rebsamen Park Road in Little Rock by appointment only. Bear Hill’s showroom (1420 Rebsamen Park Road) continues its regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. bearhillinteriors.com

Vote for Searcy in Small Business Revolution Competition

February 19, 2019 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Arkansas’s very own Searcy is one of six finalists in a competition that could have a big impact on the city’s economy. Sponsored by marketing brand Deluxe, the contest promises one city $500,000 to go to six of its small businesses, plus a feature in Season 4 of its Hulu web series, Small Business Revolution, hosted by Ty Pennington.

Searcy was one of thousands of small towns nominated in 2018, and locals have watched anxiously as it has advanced through the top 20, top 10, and now top six finalists. Now, locals wide and far (including Gov. Asa Hutchinson and actress Mary Steenburgen) are calling on Arkansans and fans to vote and keep spreading the word until voting closes at 10 p.m. February 19. Good luck, Searcy! 🍀

Click here to vote

Photograph by Matt Johnson

Product Runway: Design Professionals Get Creative with Building Materials

Casey Sarkin now offering e-design services

Meet Jenny & Dave Marrs of HGTV’s Fixer to Fabulous

8 Design Book Releases To Look Out For This Fall

Shayla Copas Publishes Book About Entertaining

Gingiber Opens Studio and Storefront in Springdale

Selah Design Studio Relocates in Rogers

Urban Forge Opens in Northwest Arkansas

Bear Hill Completes Design Studio in Little Rock

Vote for Searcy in Small Business Revolution Competition

Click here to vote

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