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Women in Design at the New York Design Center
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Women in Design at the New York Design Center
Mar 13, 2024 | New York | Kevin Lau
Women in Design at the New York Design Center

To celebrate Women’s History Month, the New York Design Center launched its inaugural Women in Design event on March 13, welcoming the tristate design community to a series of stimulating conversations and sourcing opportunities. 

The daylong event showcased the many female-owned, designed and influenced showrooms in the building, inviting the more than 400 attendees to shop participating locations. Curated programming throughout the afternoon explored the impact of women in the business. Industry trailblazers on these insightful panels included Dara CaponigroJill Cohen, Melanie Dunea, Kesha Franklin, Brittany HartYoung Huh, Julia Noran JohnstonNeKeia McSwainSarah Medford, Amy Meier, June Reese, Erica Samuels, Gale Singer, Jacqueline Terrebonne and Keita Turner.

In conjunction with the event, the NYDC introduced a series of Women in Design dedicated newsletters, along with more than 40 compelling editorial features spotlighting the accomplishments and contributions of the women at 200 Lex. 

“We were thrilled with the success of our inaugural Women in Design event—an event we hope will become a staple for the design community,” said Alix Lerman, chief marketing officer at the NYDC. “We not only celebrated the diverse female talent within our walls, but also paved the way for meaningful conversations and connections. From engaging panels and a showcase of our female-owned showrooms to our editorial features amplifying the voices and achievements of these remarkable pioneers, every aspect of the day was dedicated to honoring the women of 200 Lex.”

Keita Turner, June Reese, NeKeia McSwain and Alvin Wayne
Keita Turner, June Reese, NeKeia McSwain and Alvin Wayne
Keita Turner, June Reese, NeKeia McSwain and Alvin Wayne
June Reese’s new book, “Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers”
June Reese’s new book, “Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers”
June Reese’s new book, “Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers”
NeKeia McSwain, Keita Turner and Alvin Wayne
NeKeia McSwain, Keita Turner and Alvin Wayne
NeKeia McSwain, Keita Turner and Alvin Wayne
NeKeia McSwain
NeKeia McSwain
NeKeia McSwain
Guests enjoying the “Building a Legacy: Fostering the Next Generation” panel, with Benjamin Moore
Guests enjoying the “Building a Legacy: Fostering the Next Generation” panel, with Benjamin Moore
Guests enjoying the “Building a Legacy: Fostering the Next Generation” panel, with Benjamin Moore
Jeffrey Criddle, Alix Lerman, Jim Druckman and Lauren Corbin
Jeffrey Criddle, Alix Lerman, Jim Druckman and Lauren Corbin
Jeffrey Criddle, Alix Lerman, Jim Druckman and Lauren Corbin
Lauren Corbin, Jeffery Criddle and Luis Enrique Hill
Lauren Corbin, Jeffery Criddle and Luis Enrique Hill
Lauren Corbin, Jeffery Criddle and Luis Enrique Hill
Brittany Hart, Jacqueline Terrebonne, Erica Samuels and Melanie Dunea
Brittany Hart, Jacqueline Terrebonne, Erica Samuels and Melanie Dunea
Brittany Hart, Jacqueline Terrebonne, Erica Samuels and Melanie Dunea
Ann Feldstein, Jacqueline Terrebonne and Beth Brenner
Ann Feldstein, Jacqueline Terrebonne and Beth Brenner
Ann Feldstein, Jacqueline Terrebonne and Beth Brenner
Giulio Capua, Jamie Hoffman and Bill Pittel
Giulio Capua, Jamie Hoffman and Bill Pittel
Giulio Capua, Jamie Hoffman and Bill Pittel
The Women in Design program, highlighting all of the women-owned, designed and influenced showrooms at the New York Design Center
The Women in Design program, highlighting all of the women-owned, designed and influenced showrooms at the New York Design Center
The Women in Design program, highlighting all of the women-owned, designed and influenced showrooms at the New York Design Center
The “Female Power Players in the Design World” panel, with Royal Botania
The “Female Power Players in the Design World” panel, with Royal Botania
The “Female Power Players in the Design World” panel, with Royal Botania
Brittany Hart, Erica Samuels, Melanie Dunea and Jacqueline Terrebonne
Brittany Hart, Erica Samuels, Melanie Dunea and Jacqueline Terrebonne
Brittany Hart, Erica Samuels, Melanie Dunea and Jacqueline Terrebonne
Young Huh, Jill Cohen, Kesha Franklin and Amy Meier
Young Huh, Jill Cohen, Kesha Franklin and Amy Meier
Young Huh, Jill Cohen, Kesha Franklin and Amy Meier
Susannah Charbin and Amy Meier
Susannah Charbin and Amy Meier
Susannah Charbin and Amy Meier
Young Huh and Kathryn Given
Young Huh and Kathryn Given
Young Huh and Kathryn Given
The “Women’s Work: Passion Meets Purpose” panel, with Baker and McGuire
The “Women’s Work: Passion Meets Purpose” panel, with Baker and McGuire
The “Women’s Work: Passion Meets Purpose” panel, with Baker and McGuire
Amy Meier, Young Huh, Kesha Franklin and Jill Cohen
Amy Meier, Young Huh, Kesha Franklin and Jill Cohen
Amy Meier, Young Huh, Kesha Franklin and Jill Cohen
Sarah Medford, Dara Caponigro, Gale Singer and Julia Noran Johnston
Sarah Medford, Dara Caponigro, Gale Singer and Julia Noran Johnston
Sarah Medford, Dara Caponigro, Gale Singer and Julia Noran Johnston
The “Modern Day Pioneer Woman” panel, with Visual Comfort
The “Modern Day Pioneer Woman” panel, with Visual Comfort
The “Modern Day Pioneer Woman” panel, with Visual Comfort