Three-Part Summer International Design Series DCOTA Kicks Off Next Week

The Design Center of the Americas (DCOTA) is inviting all of South Florida's leading design professionals, students and design enthusiasts to a special three-part Summer International Design Series on three successive Thursdays starting next week.

The fascinating topics will include:

* July 14 - Outdoor Design

* July 21 - International Business & Design

* July 28 - Innovations and Technology

Each of the three days will include special presentations from design and marketing professionals, plus product reveals, vendor celebrations, showroom programs and Open House events.

"DCOTA is proud to host this Summer International Design Series for design professionals seeking to hone their business acumen," said Leia Bosco, Director of Marketing. "This is an invaluable opportunity for industry insiders to learn current design business strategies, while discovering the latest must-have products and state-of-the-art technologies."

DCOTA's Summer International Design Series:

Thursday, July 14 - Outdoor Design

Special Presentation at DEDON

4 to 6 pm / Suite C-120

At DEDON's largest flagship showroom in the United States, Design Series participants can escape to the Atlas Mountains in Morocco while lounging in Jean-Marie Massaud's new sheltering sofa TIGMI, rocking in Sebastian Herkner's Mbrace, and relaxing in Pouzet & Frety's Nestrest. DEDON will be offering a taste of barefoot luxury and refreshments.

Showroom Program at Terrazzo and Surfaces

Noon to 1 pm Suite A-124

Presented in DCOTA's Resource Center, this program will explore designing surfaces with terrazzo, using exotic aggregates, metals and lighting.

Open House Programs

+ Duralee

9 am to 5 pm / Suite C-100

Outdoor Fabric

View the latest collections from Duralee including the recent Lulu DK outdoors line.

+ JANUS et Cie

9 am to 5 pm / Suite A-123

Distinguished Designs

This Open House will highlight the company's most popular dining and lounge furnishings, textiles and accessories, including collaborations with world-famous designers Jorge Pensi and Paola Navone. The JANUS et Cie catalog has more than 6,000 pieces perfectly suited for outdoor entertaining.

+ Jeffrey Michaels

9 am to 5 pm / Suite A-168

Outdoor Fabrics are In!

See an array of outdoor fabrics from major fabric manufacturers and learn how they are becoming the new "indoor" fabrics.

+ PINDLER

9 am to 5 pm / Suite C-230

Indoor/Outdoor Fabrics

Check out the newest Indoor/Outdoor product offerings to suit every need. Light refreshments will be served.

+ J.D. Staron Galleries

9 am to 5 pm / Suite C-370

Designers & Makers of Fine Carpets and Rugs in Florida

Come to DCOTA's newest showroom and discover what sets J.D. Staron apart from other decorative supply companies. Meet with Regional Director Marcela Tejedor, an industry veteran who has honed her skills through close collaboration with designers and architects.

+ Terrazzo and Surfaces

9 am to 5 pm / Suite A-124

Counter Tops, Showers, Sinks and Recyclable Glass

Explore the possibilities of counter tops, shower walls and sink fabrication with recycled glass in custom colors. Prefab fabrication of exotic surfaces made in the U.S. in size, shape quantities and design, available to the trade only.

DCOTA's Summer International Design Series

Thursday, July 21 - International Business & Design

Special Presentation at J.D. Staron Galleries

4 to 6 pm / Suite C-370

Grand Opening with LUXE Magazine

To celebrate the opening of their new gallery at DCOTA and in collaboration with LUXE Magazine, co-owners Jakub Staron and Richard Zolt will offer delicious afternoon cocktails as they present their latest collections to the trade.

Open House Program

+ J.D. Staron Galleries

9 am to 5 pm / Suite C-370

Designers and Makers of Fine Carpets and Rugs in Florida

Come to DCOTA's newest showroom and discover what sets J.D. Staron apart from other decorative supply companies.

DCOTA's Summer International Design Series

Thursday, July 28 - Innovation & Technology

Special Presentations at Crestron

3 to 4 pm / Suite B-108

Residential Design Meets Technology

This CEU Eligible Training Seminar provides an overview for incorporating popular technologies, such as the Apple® iPad®, motorized shades, lighting control, and security systems.?In this fast paced course, attendees will learn the latest interior technology and how it shapes the space experience, also how to incorporate technology without needing a high tech expert. Learning objectives of the seminar include:

1) Understanding smart technology evolution in past 50 years

2) Learn what is interior technology and how design meets technology

3) Discover interior technology function and benefits relative to Infrastructure, Lighting, Media, Integration and User Interfaces

4) Explore top interior technology residential applications, common misconceptions, and design considerations.

4 to 6 pm / Suite B-108

Experience the Luxury of Crestron

Hosted by Spectrum Technology Integrators, Crestron, LUXE Magazine, Miele, 4141 Design Group

This exploratory journey of luxury technology will delight the senses as attendees see the possibility of creating stunning designs with seamless styles. Experience first-hand how to set the mood with innovative lighting, automated shades, climate control, music and video. Touch and feel the difference Crestron brings to keypads, remotes, touch screens and mobile devices. Tour the new Crestron Experience Center, a technology showroom furnished as a luxury apartment in DCOTA. Enjoy this chic leader in luxury technology. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Open House Program

+ J.D. Staron Galleries

9 am to 5 pm / Suite C-370

Designers and Makers of Fine Carpets and Rugs in Florida

Come to DCOTA's newest showroom and discover what sets J.D. Staron apart from other decorative supply companies.

DCOTA's Summer International Design Series

All Three Thursdays - July 14, 21 & 28

DCOTA Resource Center

9 am to 5 pm / Suite A-124

The DCOTA Resource Center will be transformed into a Media Lounge, where guests can take a break from the busy days and take a moment to recharge - literally. Visitors will find an area to relax and several outlets and power strips to recharge their devices, along with magazines from DCOTA's esteemed media partners. Guests will also have a chance to experience exciting displays from the Resource Center tenants: Bang & Olufsen, PID Floors, Westminster Teak, Vivarini Florida Murano, and Terrazzo and Surfaces.

The hub of South Florida's design industry for more than 30 years, DCOTA's prestigious tenant mix includes VERSACE Home at Abitare, AbitareMinotti, Baker Knapp & Tubbs, Lamborghini Tonino Casa at FORMITALIA d David Sutherland, Donghia, Judith Norman Collection, Jeffrey Michaels, Eggersmann Kitchens, Florense, Janus et Cie, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Poggenpohl, ROMO, Wired Custom Lighting, Aston Martin Interiors, The Shade Store, Roberto Cavalli Home and more, collectively representing more than a thousand premier manufacturers from around the world. Based in Dania Beach, DCOTA is conveniently located at 1855 Griffin Road in Dania Beach, right off I-95 and just minutes from the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. For more information, visit www.DCOTA.com.

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