The Premier Group Grand Opening
Saturday, January 21, 2012, The Premier Group opened its new showroom in the Indiana Design Center and celebrated with a grand opening open house. Visitors were welcome to stop in and see The Premier Group’s cutting edge automation, sounds and theater systems for the home. While guests dined on appetizers and cocktails from Blu Moon Café, they were encouraged to explore an array of engaging home entertainment and display solutions.
The Premier Group is an Indiana business committed to integrating technology and design for ease-of-use in everyday life. Their showroom, located on the first floor of the Indiana Design Center, features technology options from theater and surround systems, distributed video and home music systems to controlled lighting and shades, climate control, security systems and many more automation options.
If you were unable to attend the event the Indiana Design Center and The Premier Group invite you to stop by and see the showroom for yourself. For more information about The Premier Group feel free to check out their website and follow them on facebook and twitter.
Happy Holidays and 2012 from IDC!
All of us here at Indiana Design Center would like to wish you a wonderful holiday season and Happy New Year. Cheers to a great 2012 and making all of your design dreams come true!
Harmonious Union, April Willy 2011
Walter Knabe’s Poster Design Unveiled by Super Bowl Host Committee
Wednesday night was an exciting evening as the Super Bowl Host Committee unveiled the official Super Bowl XLVI welcome poster at the Indianapolis Conrad which was designed by Walter Knabe. Knabe was chosen to design the poster over several other Indiana artists by The Cultural and Arts Programs committee of the Host Committee. Knabe’s studio is located at Indiana Design Center and he is internationally known for his fine art, fabrics and wall coverings and his client list includes Michael Jordan, Richard Gere and Madonna.
“We are proud to announce local artist Walter Knabe as the artist of the Host Committee’s
commemorative poster,” said Allison Melangton, President and Chief Executive Officer of the
2012 Super Bowl Host Committee. “The poster highlights our impressive local talent and honors
the commitment and excitement of the city as a host.”
True to Knabe’s dynamic artistic style, the poster includes Lady Victory from the Soldiers and Sailors Monument alongside Lucas Oil Stadium, the Host Committee logo and an official NFL football. Knabe is no stranger to creating commemorative pieces. In 2010, he was the first Indiana artist selected as the Official “500 Artist” for the Indianapolis 500 which included several manifestations of his 2010 painting that is now part of the IMS’ permanent art collection.
Congratulations, Walter!
An Evening of Art & Tile to Support The Julian Center
On Wednesday, December 7th, Louisville Tile and Crossville, Inc teamed up to host a design community event to benefit The Julian Center. Creative minds of Indiana’s design community, including mixed medium mosaic artist Nancy Keating, worked together to create a large mosaic artwork piece that will be auctioned off to support The Julian Center. The photos below share the process and and a sneak peek of the final piece that will be grouted and finished by Nancy Keating.
Thank you to the event hosts and design community for sharing their time and talents to benefit The Julian Center!
Commercial and Residential designers on site and ready to create.
Artwork on display by mixed medium mosaic artist Nancy Keating.
Case Design & Remodeling team.
Louisville Tile team.
About The Julian Center:
The Julian Center is a unique nonprofit agency providing counseling, safe shelter, case management, advocacy, and education for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other life crises. Through outreach and consultation, it seeks to educate the community about the issue of domestic violence and sexual assault and its impact on all our lives.
Introducing A Lantz Design & Consulting
Indiana Design Center would like to introduce you to Barry Lantz of A Lantz Design & Consulting, the latest designer to call Indiana Design Center home. Barry is a familiar face to the IDC as he frequents showrooms like The Trade Source and has been in the business of design for many years with a portfolio of interiors and exteriors projects across the country. Known for his transitional seasoned style and talent, Barry tailors his services for the discriminating client. Barry’s daughter, Amanda, continues the tradition of design by working with her father on many projects while building a clientele of her own. Together they are reinventing traditional for the next generation and defining lifestyles for new and returning customers. Much of Barry’s work has been featured in local and national publications and you may have seen his rooms in the St. Margaret’s Guild Decorators’ Show House & Gardens over the years.
We stopped by Barry’s new studio to ask him a few questions and for some seasonal advice:
1. Is there one thing you start with on every design project?
I start with the client first. It is important to know the person you are working with and discover what they need and desire. After that is established, comes the color scheme.
2. What inspires you as you approach your canvas artwork projects?
Color inspires me the most and the illusion one can create with it.
3. What brought you to Indiana Design Center?
I had been used to working in the center with several of the showrooms. The energy I felt in the building drew me in. I enjoy being around other creative people and the atmosphere the building offers.
4. With the holidays around the corner, what advice can you offer someone who aspires to host an elegant holiday party with a unique twist?
Of course a theme for any kind of a party makes it an event. How about a “flash mob” party or a “holiday bling” party? I once did a red and green pajama party for Christmas time. It was loads of fun.
Barry’s new studio is located in suite 212 at Indiana Design Center and you can view his portfolio by clicking here.
Santarossa Grand Opening Event Recap
Santarossa celebrated its Indiana Design Center showroom Grand Opening in November 2012. The series of events included the unveiling of the new showroom, a grand hall exhibit of full-sized natural stone slabs and granite countertops give-away. The IDC would like to extend a very warm welcome to the Santarossa family and team! Check out the video below for a recap of the opening events.
More Santarossa Links:
History of Santarossa
Showroom Preview Photos
“Shop to Give” Event to Benefit Christel House International
Coats-Wright Art & Design invites you to “Shop to Give” in celebration of Christel House International on Thursday, December 1st from 5 pm to 8 pm. All first floor showrooms will be open for the event and a percentage of the evening’s sales will be donated to support the visual and performing arts of Christel House Learning Centers in Indiana and around the world. Gifts may also be made directly to Christel House. Internationally known artists Eric Forstmann and Boaz Vaadia are Coats-Wright Art & Design’s featured artists for the event and will be in attendance.
So, just what might you find for those on your holiday shopping list or for yourself? Showrooms at the Indiana Design Center feature merchandise that ranges from state-of-the-art home audio systems in Premier to hand-crafted candles from The Swanky Abode. This holiday season, IDC shoppers can find gifts that are on trend, innovative and meet the needs of the hard-to-shop-for-spouse or pleasantly-surprised-hostess. The collection of retailers at Indiana Design Center have traveled the country and sourced locally to bring specialty gift items to their Indiana Design Center showrooms. Below you’ll find a range of gift ideas for you to consider as you enjoy an evening of art & design, music, food, drink and shopping to support Christel House.
Hope to see you Thursday, December 1st! RSVP to Dianne Wright at dwright@coatswright.com or call 317.569.5980
Art Collector: Renowned artist Eric Forstman will be at the event and his art is available through Coats-Wright Art & Design
Sculpture Collector: Internationally known sculptor Boaz Vaadia will be at the event and his work is available through Coats-Wright Art & Design
Holiday Hostess: all new candle line, Shine, from The Swanky Abode
Wine Lover: handmade, silk wine carrier from Drapery Street
Derby Diva: photo frames to winter accessories are available at Holder Mattress-Home Collection
Glamor Girl: Schonbek chandelier from Ferguson Kitchen, Bath & Lighting
Traditionalist: Asian inspired accessories and heirloom quality furniture from J. Baker Interiors.
Master Chef: Custom stone sink from Santarossa
Music Lover: Stream wirelessly with the Sonos Play 3 from Premier
New Homeowner: Surya rugs available at Jack Laurie Home Floor Designs run the gamut of style options
Kitchen Connoisseur: create a dream kitchen with Conceptual Kitchens & Millwork
Spring Internships at the IDC
Love to write, tweet, blog, produce web videos, plan events and be surrounded by the latest in interior design? If yes, let’s talk. The Indiana Design Center is currently on the search to fill a Marketing & PR internship position for 2012. If you are interested to learn more about the position, please click the link below and download a description of the internship.
Click here to download the internship description PDF.
Follow the IDC:
Applicants may submit a resume and cover letter to:
Andrea Kleymeyer, IDC Marketing Director
andrea@indianadesigncenter.com
Sun Valley Bronze Hardware Now Available in Indiana
There are a number of hardware lines that offer style and quality to customers in Indiana but each is unique in it’s philosophy, history and design aesthetic. Popular on the West and East Coast, Sun Valley Bronze is now available in Indiana and exclusively available through Winner Hardware Specialties in Indianapolis.
Based in Hailey, Idaho, Sun Valley Bronze produces hand-crafted and hand-finished solid bronze door, kitchen, bath and cabinet hardware. The bronze material offers an element of antiquity while the modern technology promises quality along with the choice of a contemporary look. The styles pictured below are among the latest designs to be introduced to the market.
What’s evident in Sun Valley Bronze’s philosophy is it’s commitment to the environment. The products allow for LEED materials and resources credits and are made from 90-95% post consumer bronze. Another factor green-conscious customers often consider is where a product is being manufactured and delivered from – across the globe vs. within the U.S. (SVB is manufactured in Idaho). The full Green Statement can be viewed in a short video by clicking here.
To learn more about Sun Valley Bronze and see product samples, contact Winner Hardware Specialties. The Winner Hardware showroom is located at 4340 W. 96th St., Suite 104 in Indianapolis. Winner Hardware also has a product display located on the second floor of the Indiana Design Center.
The contemporary 900 Series Gate Latch pictured has a hidden cam in the slide bar. Made from white bronze with a dark grey/black patina finish (W3).
Also contemporary in style, the 905 Series Gate Latch features an exposed cam. Finish is satin white bronze (W1).
The innovative 2000 Series entry set offers minimalist styling for the home. This set is designed to function without an escutcheon plate, allowing the grip handle, cylinder and thumb piece to mount directly to the door.
Showroom Preview: Santarossa Opens Nov. 12
The Santarossa showroom is nearly one week away from its public Grand Opening on Saturday, November 12 from 2 pm to 8 pm at Indiana Design Center. It’s easy to assume that the state’s leading provider of natural stone will showcase beautiful countertops but it’s the unique tile, exotic stones from around the world and custom applications that provide the major “wow factor”.
“Make Your Home a Work of Art” is Santarossa’s tagline and what it’s proceeded to do with the new showroom that’s ready to be unveiled. As a sneak peek, we are sharing 4 “wow factors” that you are invited to enjoy at the Santarossa Grand Opening on November 12.
This naturally beautiful piece of onyx takes on a whole new look when the table top is illuminated.
Truly a "sneak peek", this custom marble shower with recessed shelving has an LED lit floor and ceiling and infiniti drain.
The colorful, circular terrazzo pattern was meticulously measured, poured, cured and polished. Each color reveals a mixture of marble, quartz, resin and glass. Reflections from the glass do not go unnoticed.
Stone becomes art with this custom-framed wall art application. Medusa Rossa stone is featured on the left and Persian green onyx is on the right.
The showroom features and details cannot be shared in a single post and, well, you’ll just have to see the custom limestone infiniti bathtub for yourself. Be sure to stop by on Saturday, November 12 between 2 pm to 8 pm for a full tour. All guests may register to win a free set of granite kitchen countertops! Also on the same Saturday, the Indiana Design Center and first floor showrooms will be open for a Community Open House co-presented by the City of Carmel from 5 pm to 8 pm.
Click here to learn more about Santarossa and how it’s legacy began 3 generations ago in Italy.
