9.22–9.24
9.22–9.24
Gelee Accent Chair by Caracole Camelus Rug by Pierre Frey
Photography | W. Scott Chester
Celebrate the fluidity of design, and explore how it lives, moves, and transforms the way we experience space. Discover the latest innovations in design through three days of immersive forward-thinking conversations, exclusive product introductions, influential industry voices, and elevated experiences that showcase the finest in craftsmanship and creativity. Experience a dynamic market where inspiration flows across showrooms, disciplines, and perspectives, offering unparalleled access to new ideas, emerging collections, and the future of luxury design. Engage with leading brands and visionary designers that bring the design world to life. Here, ideas move seamlessly, creating a market in motion—one defined not by what is, but by what’s coming. DISCOVER ADAC is free to attend. Registration is required. Join the conversation with #DISCOVERADAC HO ST E D IN PA R T NERSHI P WI T H
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TUESDAY | 9.22
ALL DAY EVENT (RUNS THROUGH THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 24) Fall Collection Preview Open House Experience new collections featuring Fairhaven, inspired by the playful elegance of the late-1800s Arts and Crafts movement, and a new collaboration with Coraggio that celebrates exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and luxury design. Thibaut | Suite 140 @thibaut_1886
10:00 AM Ken Fulk in Full— The Art of a Bespoke Life Sponsored by Keynote Presentation For visionary designer Ken Fulk, great design is about more than beautiful rooms—it is about creating entire worlds. From celebrated residences, hotels, restaurants, and cultural institutions to unforgettable events, and now a new collection with Perennials & Sutherland, Ken has cultivated a creative universe defined by storytelling, glamour, wit, craftsmanship, and a bespoke approach to living. Join MILIEU Design Director Leslie Newsom Rascoe for a conversation exploring how a distinctive point of view transcends disciplines, how a bespoke collection expresses a creative vision, and why memorable spaces engage the senses and linger long after we leave them. ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium Following the presentation, please join Ken and Leslie for a reception and book signing to view the Ken Fulk x Perennials & Sutherland collection and purchase a signed copy of Ken Fulk: The Movie in my Mind (Assouline). Perennials & Sutherland Studio | Suite 227 @kenfulk | @lesliebnew | @milieumag @perennialsfabrics | @sutherlandfurniture
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TUESDAY | 9.22
NOON At Home in Nature with Hudson Moore Showroom Presentation Sponsored by To introduce his new book, At Home in Nature: American Country Interiors, Frederic magazine’s Associate Decoration & Design Director Hudson Moore sits down with designer Carolyn Malone and her husband, John, to discuss their storied, rural home, built by hand over the course of 50 years. A book signing will follow in the Schumacher showroom after the talk. Schumacher | Suite 303 @hudsonmoore | @schumacher1889
1:00 PM Color, Comfort, and Conviction Sponsored by Keynote Presentation Design is never simply about how a room looks, it is about how a room feels, the quiet confidence of a space that knows exactly what it is. Two of interior design’s most celebrated voices come together to explore the principles that separate beautiful rooms from truly unforgettable ones. Memorable Rooms author Cathy Kincaid brings deeply considered traditionalism rooted in architecture and antiques. Gracious Interiors author Meg Braff brings joyful, color-forward conviction. Moderated by Suzanna Hamilton of Hamilton House Media, this is one conversation worth having. ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium Following the presentation, join Cathy, Meg, and Suzanna in the STARK showroom for book signings, light bites, and lively conversation. STARK | Suite 135 @cathykincaidinteriors | @megbraffdesigns | @hamiltonhousemedia @southernhomemag | @starkcarpet
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TUESDAY | 9.22 3:00 PM The Modern Grand Tour: How Global Travel Inspires Design Keynote Presentation
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For centuries, the “Grand Tour” was a rite of passage that defined the tastes and aesthetics of the Western world. Though today’s world is more accessible than ever, one question remains: how does leaving home to explore the unknown shape the way design is created? In this keynote, GEORGIA DESIGN Editor-in-Chief Fran Worrall and globe-trotting designers Lisa Fine, Jackye Lanham, Courtney Moss, and Katie Ridder explore travel as the ultimate catalyst for great design, discussing how immersion in other cultures revitalizes creative vision and informs color, pattern, and lifestyle. The more multifaceted the cultural vocabulary, the richer the design language. ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium Following the presentation, join Lisa, Jackye, Courtney, Katie, and Fran for a reception in the Travis and Company showroom to continue the discussion. Enjoy light bites and peruse Travis and Company’s collection of textiles, furnishings, wallcoverings, and more. Travis and Company | Suite 128 @lisafinetextiles | @jplanham | @courtneymossdesign | @katieriddercollection @georgiadesignmagazine | @travisandcompany
5:30 PM Living in Fashion Sponsored by Showroom Experience Explore the dialogue between fashion and interiors through the lens of Adriana Hoyos’ refined design vision with LUXE Interiors + Design and Ernest Gaspard. The evening begins with a runway show set within curated vignettes, followed by a conversation with Adriana, LUXE Interiors + Design Southeast Editor Jennifer Boles, Alex Delotch Davis of SCAD FASH, and top designer Melanie Turner exploring style and creativity, concluding with cocktails and connection. Ernest Gaspard | Suite 109 @adrianahoyosofficial | @thepeakofchicl | @melanieturnerinteriorsl @alexdelotchdavis | @luxemagazine | @ernest_gaspard
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WEDNESDAY | 9.23
10:00 AM Legends of the Fall: A Conversation on Timeless Design Sponsored by Keynote Presentation Join Flower’s Founder and Editor-in-Chief Margot Shaw as she sits down with two of the industry’s most accomplished interior designers Suzanne Kasler and Thomas O’Brien. Both design icons share a reverence for classic, timeless forms, yet their approaches are distinctly their own— Suzanne’s silhouettes are softened with elegant finishes and feminine fabrics, while Thomas’s designs are defined by tailored lines and a more masculine sensibility. What inspires their design decisions? Who are their creative muses? And what is their secret to creating enduring collections? ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium Join Suzanne, Thomas, and Margot for a reception hosted by Century Furniture and Hickory Chair. Margot will sign Flowering Outdoors: Gardens & Parties, Suzanne will sign Edited Style, and Thomas will sign Library House. Century Furniture | Suite 212 @suzannekasler | @aerostudios | @flowermagazine @centuryfurniture | @hickorychair
NOON The Art of the Wild: An Escape with Emma J Shipley Showroom Presentation Join Emma J Shipley for an exclusive in-showroom presentation as she unveils her latest collection, Wild Escape: Indoor | Outdoor, created in collaboration with Clarke & Clarke. Emma will share the inspirations and design processes that define the new collection, while reflecting on the evolution of her signature style. She will also share a first look at exciting new projects currently unfolding in her creative world. Kravet | Suite 106 @emmajshipley | @clarke_clarke_interiors | @kravet1918
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WEDNESDAY | 9.23
NOON Wellness by Design: The Future of Healthy Living at Home Showroom Presentation Sponsored by As wellness becomes increasingly central to daily life, homes are evolving beyond aesthetics alone. Join Garden & Gun editor Elizabeth Florio, builder Brad Robinson, interior designer Cristi Rajevac, and Jean Laurent of BlueVision as they explore how technology, architecture, and interiors come together to create homes that inspire comfort, balance, and connection. BlueVision | Suite 406 @bradfordbuilt | @rajevacdesignstudio @gardenandgun | @bluevisionatlanta
1:00 PM Modern Muse of Innovation: The Art of Luxury Design Keynote Presentation Sponsored by This extraordinary conversation explores how art, architecture, couture fashion, global travel, nature, and culture serve as the modern muses shaping today’s most inspiring interiors. Featuring renowned designers Nathan Turner, Michel Smith Boyd, and Kelly Finley, this exclusive keynote examines the creativity, innovation, and perspectives redefining the future of luxury design. Moderated by Modern Luxury Interiors Southeast Publisher Jenna Muller, the dynamic discussion will reveal how these influences inspire spaces that are timeless, innovative, deeply personal, and unforgettable. ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium Following the presentation, join Nathan, Michel, Kelly, and Jenna at INNOVATIONS for a reception. Guests will enjoy the opportunity to have Nathan’s bestselling book, Nathan Turner’s I Love Decorating, signed while exploring an inspiring collection of wallcoverings. INNOVATIONS | Suite 313 @nturnerdesign | @michelboyd | @joystreetdesign @mlinteriors_southeast | @theatlantan | @innovations
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WEDNESDAY | 9.23 3:00 PM Rooted, Refined, & Real: Why Southern Design is Always in Style Sponsored by Keynote Presentation What’s the easiest way to infuse a home with personality? Hint: It has nothing to do with dupes, two-day shipping, or influencerdriven sales. In a conversation led by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Editorial Director Lauren Iverson, architect Jeffrey Dungan and interior designers Karen Ferguson and Mary Mac McWilliams share why authenticity and originality matter today more than ever while diving into the evolution of Southern Design—from the traditions and concepts that shaped the genre to the contemporary ideals refining homeowners’ desire for hospitable Southern design, and an aesthetic that will always endure. ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium Following the presentation, join Jeffrey, Karen, Mary Mac, and Lauren at Jerry Pair for a reception celebrating two new books: Jeffrey’s The Soulful House and Harrison Design’s Transcending Tradition. Enjoy light refreshments and explore the showroom’s latest fall collections. Jerry Pair | Suite 508 @jeffreydungan | @harrisondesign | @marymacinteriors @atlantahomesmag | @jerrypair
ADAC WEST
5:00 PM ADAC West Sip & Stroll Raise a glass at the ADAC West Sip & Stroll, an evening of cocktails, conversation, and discovery presented in partnership with Atlanta Magazine and GEORGIA DESIGN. Celebrating 65 years each, ADAC and Atlanta Magazine toast a shared legacy of championing design, creativity, and community. Wander ADAC West’s showrooms and design studios, discover new collections, and connect with leading brands, designers, and fellow enthusiasts throughout the evening. ADAC West Suite A1, JANUS et Cie Suite A4, Redhead Enterprises Suite A6, Peacock Alley Suite B2, McKinnon and Harris Suite B4, Lauren DeLoach Interiors Suite B5A, Matthew Quinn Collection Suite C2, Peace Design Suite C3B, Renaissance Tile & Bath Suite D1A, Krog Bar Coal Fired Pizza Suite D2, KR SteakBar DISCOVER ADAC | 9
THURSDAY | 9.24 10:00 AM The New Eclecticism: Redefining Luxury Keynote Presentation Sponsored by Today’s most compelling interiors aren’t defined by a single style— they are shaped by the thoughtful blending of influences, eras, materials, and perspectives. In this conversation, LUXE Interiors + Design Senior Editor, Southeast + Features, Jennifer Boles and esteemed designers Melanie Millner and Sean Anderson will explore the art of creating spaces that feel layered, personal, and refreshingly original. From balancing contrasting aesthetics to curating collections with intention, discover how the new eclecticism is redefining luxury design and inspiring interiors that are uniquely expressive and personal. ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium Following the presentation, join Melanie, Sean, and Jennifer at Design Galleria Kitchen and Bath Studio for a reception and book signing of Sean’s debut monograph, Interior Narratives which will be available for purchase. Design Galleria Kitchen and Bath Studio| Suite 234 @melanieemillner | @seanandersondesign | @thepeakofchic @luxemagazine | @designgalleriakitchenandbath
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NOON Painterly Perspectives with LULU DK Showroom Presentation Join celebrated artist and designer LuLu De Kwiatkowski (Lulu DK) for an intimate afternoon of art and conversation. Known for her joyful use of color and bold, nature-inspired patterns, Lulu will share the creative journey behind her new collection of wallcoverings. Travis & Company | Suite 128 @lulu_dk | @travisandcompany
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THURSDAY | 9.24 1:00 PM At Home in Virginia with Charlotte Moss Keynote Presentation Sponsored by Opening the doors to her most personal project yet, celebrated designer Charlotte Moss offers an intimate invitation inside her Charlottesville residence, chronicled in immersive detail in At Home in Virginia. Charlotte shares the historic influences, insightful experiences, and artisan collaborations that guided the home’s design, from gracious entertaining spaces to layered sitting rooms and intimate gardens—each one a master class in the power of personal expression. ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium Following the presentation, please join Charlotte and VERANDA at the Scalamandré showroom for a reception and book signing along with highlights from Scalamandré’s new collection. Scalamandre | Suite 133 @charlottemossco | @verandamag | @scalamandre
3:00 PM Reflections on Design with Jay Jeffers and Ray Booth Sponsored by Showroom Presentation Join renowned designers Jay Jeffers of Jay Jeffers Inc. and Ray Booth of McAlpine for an exclusive conversation and book signing in the Minotti by HA Modern showroom. The two will reflect on the evolution of their work, creative journeys, and enduring client relationships, celebrating the release of Jay’s Modern Classic: Tailored Homes, Timeless Style and Ray’s The Expressive Home: Architecture and Interiors. Minotti by HA Modern | Suite 413 @jayjeffers | @rayboothdesign @archdigest | @minottibyhamodern
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THURSDAY | 9.24
4:00 PM The Renaissance of Zanat Craft Showroom Presentation Experience the renaissance of Zanat craft, where sustainable modern design meets UNESCO-honored woodworking, reimagined as bespoke, hand-carved architectural panels. Join Habachy Designs + Atelier for an exclusive cocktail hour to mingle, sip crafted drinks, and discover how these engineered panels deliver striking acoustic and ecological benefits, elevating high-end retail, hospitality, and executive spaces. Habachy Designs + Atelier | Suite 422 @habachydesigns
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2026 SOUTHEAST DESIGNERS & ARCHITECT OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS
CONTRACT DESIGNER OF THE YEAR The Design Atelier Atlanta, GA
Judged by Steele Marcoux, Editor in Chief of VERANDA; Ellen McGauley, Executive Editor of VERANDA; interior designer Peter Dunham of Peter Dunham & Associates; and architect Tom Kligerman of Kligerman Architecture & Design, the awards were presented at a celebratory gala on April 23. The announcement of three winners, selected from 17 finalists, marked the culmination of three days of annual industry events known as DESIGN ADAC.
ARCHITECT OF THE YEAR D. Stanley Dixon Architect Atlanta, GA
RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER OF THE YEAR Melanie Turner Interiors Atlanta, GA
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In Loving Memory of
MacKenzie Johnson This edition of the DISCOVER ADAC event guide is dedicated to the loving memory of MacKenzie Johnson, whose passion, creativity, and unwavering dedication helped shape the very experience you are about to enjoy. For 16 years, MacKenzie was an integral part of the ADAC family and one of the design community’s brightest lights. She possessed a rare gift for bringing people together. Her warmth, grace, and generosity made everyone feel welcomed, valued, and seen. She cultivated lasting relationships throughout the design industry, and her genuine kindness left an impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her. The spirit of community you will experience throughout DISCOVER ADAC is, in many ways, a reflection of the connections she spent years building. MacKenzie will be profoundly missed, forever remembered, and always remain part of the heart of ADAC.
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