Designers Selected to Exhibit at BKLYN Designs 2013

Thirty-five of Brooklyn's top designers have been hand-picked by a prestigious jury of experts to exhibit at BKLYN DESIGNS 2013. Now in its 10th year, BKLYN DESIGNS is launching in conjunction with the city-wide events of NYCxDESIGN, bringing together a new wave of borough-based designers that will carry on the BKLYN DESIGNS locally grown, internationally known legacy.

Presented by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, the show will feature a multitude of engaging design-focused and outdoor kid-friendly programming throughout the course of three days on May 10-12, 2013 at St. Ann's Warehouse in DUMBO.

This internationally renowned juried exhibition features a dynamic collection of designs from the most innovative Brooklyn-based furnishing designers and manufacturers.

"The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce is excited about the return of BKLYN DESIGNS and looks forward to showcasing the best this borough has to offer as it pertains to design," said Carlo A. Scissura, President & CEO of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce. "Design has become a flourishing business in Brooklyn and a big part of this borough's creative energy in recent years. As part of NYCxDESIGN, we can show everyone that Brooklyn continues to be the center of New York's creative community by showcasing the borough's top designers."

West Elm, a Brooklyn-based home furnishings company, has teamed up with BKLYN DESIGNS this year to host "Discussions on Design." This panel discussion will include key contributors, including Vanessa Holden, Creative Director of West Elm, Francesca Connelly, co-founder of Remodelista.com, and a select group of Brooklyn-based furniture designers. Additionally, West Elm + BKLYN DESIGNS will launch "Found in Brooklyn," a search for the next West Elm collaborator, selected from the featured designers. The designer picked by West Elm will launch a collection exclusively for West Elm.

Since the event takes place over Mother's Day weekend, BKLYN DESIGNS will feature an interactive Outdoor Kids Lounge and unique Mother's Day activities including, "Mommy & Me" cookie design with DUMBO-based One Girl Cookies.

For more event details, check out the redesigned website that includes a full list of exhibitors at www.BKLYNDESIGNS.com.

Sponsors for BKLYN DESIGNS 2013 include West Elm, aptsandlofts.com, GMDC, Forest City Ratner, Two Trees, ConEdison, FLOR, New York Magazine, Interior Design, Remodelista.com, and inhabitat.com.

Over the past decade, BKLYN DESIGNS has grown to be one of the largest design shows in the country, featuring scores of exhibitors. Each year, BKLYN DESIGNS raises the bar for avant-garde, iconic Brooklyn designs, exceeding the expectations of both participants and viewers alike.

The 10th Annual BKLYN DESIGNS promises to be more inspiring and hotter than ever. Thousands of visitors are expected to descend on DUMBO over the three-day show to take in the dynamic collection of designs, including the latest contemporary furniture, lighting, carpet and flooring, wall coverings, tabletop/outdoor furniture, and accessories coming out of Brooklyn.

The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce is a community that supports and advocates for its member businesses. Our mission is to promote a healthy and robust business environment in Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce will be the foremost resource for doing business in Brooklyn, respected as a leader in advancing public policy, new technologies, products, services and programs that support and promote a vibrant local economy.