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This December, we added a new collection of designs sure to jazz up any room: The Zecchino Collection. This group of thirteen patterns adds sparkle to a room without the abrasion issues or added expense of actual sequins. This collection was inspired by Kristen’s enthusiasm for Italian history and hand embellishments. Additionally, she is always […]
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It’s that time of year, when we round up all the 2024 Colors of the Year so you have them all in one place. What is always fascinating about rounding up these color choices is seeing what they tell us about this moment in time. The choices Pantone makes, as well as the major paint […]
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As 2023 winds down, I’ve been looking ahead toward 2024 and looking back on 2023. This year, I chose two colors as Design Pool’s pick for 2024 Color of the Year: Energizing Orange and Balanced Blue. Why two? Initially, I had chosen Energizing Orange because I wanted an energetic color. Yet, I also know that […]
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Up now through February 4, 2024, at the Cooper Hewitt in New York City, is A Dark, A Light, A Bright: The Designs of Dorothy Liebes. This exhibit is an absolute must-see for any lover of weaving, textiles, or just good design. Dorothy Liebes was a prolific and influential designer whose work was revolutionary in […]
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Back in September, Kristin Crane highlighted the design and color trends that made an appearance in Fall 2023. Some key trends she noticed included cozy colors, lush textures, and the return of “art prints” on the runways. These trends have influenced interiors over the past few months – with a few additional trends also popping […]
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The color black is often considered a staple in design – although it’s technically not a color at all. It is achromatic – meaning “without color,” and absorbs all the colors on the visible light spectrum. Despite this, designers treat it as a color and use it in a variety of ways throughout interior design. […]
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Early in November, Design Pool joined the team from Paul Designs Project for the second year in a row to help create garments for the annual IIDA NE Fashion Show. The theme of the event this year was Folklore. This year our team took home the award for Best Use of Materials. Thank you to […]
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For BDNY 2023, our team attended and walked the exhibition hall rather than exhibit. Even though it was just a day trip, we packed a lot in (including a visit to the Cooper Hewitt) and left feeling inspired. In addition to having lots of productive conversations with people in the industry, we also paid attention […]
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Design Pool is excited to introduce you to another printer licensing our patterns, Graphix Unlimited. Established in Bremen, Indiana, in 1990, Graphix Unlimited focuses on small to large-format graphics and products designed to enhance a business’ brand. In 2021, they grew and launched a subsidiary, Inspire 360º Interiors. Inspire 360º allows their company to bring […]
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Since our recent big update to the Design Pool website, we’ve been adding many new patterns to the licensable and mapping libraries. We’ve also added new material options as more printers sign up to license our patterns. If it’s been a while since you’ve poked around the website, now is a good time to check […]
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