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Introducing Light Play, a collection of patterns designed by Kristen Dettoni for Design Pool. In this collection, Kristen wanted to create patterns that were interactive and playful in nature. She wanted patterns that brought the outdoors in and created a sense of transition between the outside and the inside. Recently, Graphix Unlimited began offering a […]
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The Design Pool team has a lot going on this spring. We always keep the Design Pool Events page up to date with what we have going on, so you never miss an event. However, since a lot is happening this spring, we wanted to do a round-up for you so you don’t miss anything. […]
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Spring has sprung here in New England (sort of), and it has us poring over runway shots to research spring 2024 color trends. We always check out what colors are trending on runways each spring and fall. Knowing these trends is like a snapshot of the mood of our current moment in time. It also […]
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Join Roland DGA and Design Pool for an exclusive open house event at the Roland DGA Atlanta Imagination Center. Local interior designers are invited to explore the cutting-edge world of digital printing technologies. Learn how these technologically advanced yet easy-to-use devices produce everything from unique dimensional wall coverings and stunning artwork to customized furnishings and eye-catching accessories. […]
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Lately, there has been a lot of debate over the future of retail. Where will consumers spend most of their money, online or in a brick-and-mortar store? Are the days of in-person shopping truly passed? A recent survey from ICSC says that Gen Z enjoys both. About 97% prefer in-person shopping compared to 95% who […]
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Last year, I spoke at several printing shows, such as the Printing United Expo and the Wide-format Summit. Each time, printers are energized to start selling directly to the interior design market, but many don’t know where to begin. I often recommend they start by familiarizing themselves with the industry. Attending industry trade shows such […]
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Each month, we add a new group of patterns to our licensable library, so there is always something new to find. This month, we’re excited to introduce the Swatch Collection. This collection has thirteen different patterns, each with its own colorline. All geometric in nature, these patterns are modern with unexpected traditional touches. The Inspiration […]
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When Kristen Dettoni was in first grade, she played Susan B. Anthony in a school play. Horrified that there had never been a woman president, she decided then and there that she would be the first female president. As she got older, she still had ambitions of being president, just of a company and not […]
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As an entrepreneur, Kristen is endlessly fascinated by the journeys of other people willing to risk it all to build the business of their dreams. In the latest Design Pool reading list, Kristen shares four inspiring books on business and the people behind them. Books on Business Wild Company: The Untold Story of the Banana […]
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When researching 2024 pattern trends, a common thread ran through everyone’s predictions: personalized style. Sure, there were other styles and motifs mentioned, which we’ll discuss, but the overarching theme was: Whatever you like, that’s what’s in. It seems like a lot of people are growing bored with the social-media-ready rooms that fit neatly into a […]
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