EVENTS
Introducing the WNWN 2021 Ambassadors!
Meet the 2021 What’s New, What’s Next Ambassadors! This vibrant community of designers will be sharing insights, content, product picks, and so much more from September 20 – October 1, 2021, for the New York Design Center’s twelfth annual What’s New, What’s Next event.
Introduced last year to unite designers at a time when gathering was not possible but being together (virtually) was more important than ever, the 2021 program continues to celebrate our industry’s ongoing creativity and positivity – locally and globally.
From up and comers to industry veterans, the WNWN 2021 Ambassador group aims to amplify voices from all over the country, truly representing diversity in perspective, creativity, and culture. Read on to meet the full group and stay tuned for more to come from this inspiring group of accomplished and talented designers.
Headshots and list information as of 8.20.2021
![Alberto Villalobos_Sqaure](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Alberto-Villalobos_Sqaure.jpg)
Alberto Villalobos
![Alicia Bailey_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Alicia-Bailey_Square.jpg)
Alicia Bailey
![Allison Babcock_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Allison-Babcock_Square.jpg)
Allison Babcock
![Alvin Wayne_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Alvin-Wayne_Square.jpg)
Alvin Wayne
![Amber Guyton_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Amber-Guyton_Square.jpg)
“The spike in housing and helping make cookie-cutter new construction more curated with more character.” – Amber Guyton, @blessedlittlebungalow
![Amy Lau_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Amy-Lau_Square.jpg)
Amy Lau
![Anelle Gandelman_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Anelle-Gandelman_Square.jpg)
“The fact that clients are becoming more excited about expressing their personal style than following a specific trend.” – Anelle Gandelman, @alistinteriors
![Arianne Bellizaire_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Arianne-Bellizaire_Square.jpg)
“I'm excited to see more COLOR! No more neutral on neutral just for the sake of following that trend.” – Arianne Bellizaire, @ariannebellizaireinteriors
![Ariella Duker_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Ariella-Duker_Square.jpg)
Ariella Duker
![Ariene Bethea_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Ariene-Bethea_Square.jpg)
Ariene Bethea
![Arlene Angard_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Arlene-Angard_Square.jpg)
Arlene Angard
![Audrey Margarite_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Audrey-Margarite_Square.jpg)
Audrey Margarite
![Barry Goralnick_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Barry-Goralnick_Square.jpg)
Barry Goralnick
![Beth Diana Smith_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Beth-Diana-Smith_Square.jpg)
“I'm currently obsessed with funky oversized sideboards and cabinets that are textured and beautifully unexpected.” – Beth Diana Smith, @bethdianasmith
![Beth Webb_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Beth-Webb_Square.jpg)
“Always texture and forever natural neutrals- I do love an autumnal palette!” – Beth Webb, @bethwebb
![Breegan Jane_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Breegan-Jane_Square.jpg)
Breegan Jane
![Brittany Cooper_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Brittany-Cooper_Square.jpg)
Brittany Cooper
![Brockschmidt & Coleman_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Brockschmidt-Coleman_Square.jpg)
“Wild Victorian era Paris porcelain.” – Courtney Coleman, @brockschmidtandcoleman
![Bruce Fox_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Bruce-Fox_Square.jpg)
Bruce Fox
![Carrier adn Company_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Carrier-adn-Company_Square.jpg)
“We are loving shapely framed mirrors that add an unexpected element to a space - like a piece of jewelry.” – Jesse Carrier & Mara Miller, @carrierandco
![Chad Graci_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Chad-Graci_Square.jpg)
"I'm really excited that my clients have moved on from gray and are also embracing more color and traditional wood finishes for cabinetry." - Chad Graci, @graciinteriors
![Charlie Ferrer_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Charlie-Ferrer_Square.jpg)
“The growing consciousness around the value of design at home.” – Charlie Ferrer, @ferrer.co
![Charlotte Lucas_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Charlotte-Lucas_Square.jpg)
“Re-inventing the way we do things! The world seems to be backordered at the moment, and I refuse to fall into that hole. I want to not only keep up the momentum of our work but create new and inventive ways to make our work better than ever and continue to exceed clients' expectations. It's uncomfortable to change and evolve but the more I push myself to do just that, the more I grow and never look back at the old ways!” – Charlotte Lucas, @charlottehlucas
![Christina Nielsen_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Christina-Nielsen_Square.jpg)
Christina Nielsen
![Dallas Jenkins_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Dallas-Jenkins_Square.jpg)
Dallas Jenkins
![Danielle Rollins_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Danielle-Rollins_Square.jpg)
Danielle Rollins
![David Quarles IV_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/David-Quarles-IV_Square.jpg)
David Quarles IV
![DuVal Reynolds_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/DuVal-Reynolds_Square.jpg)
DuVal Reynolds
![Elena Frampton_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Elena-Frampton_Square.jpg)
Elena Frampton
![Elissa Grayer_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Elissa-Grayer_Square.jpg)
Elissa Grayer
![Erin Shakoor_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Erin-Shakoor_Square.jpg)
"COLOR! No matter the color. We have been purveyors of saturated color for 20+ years and its finally catching fire. That is thrilling to witness and see how designers and end-users are welcoming and embracing it." - Erin Shakoor, @shakoor_interiors
![Evelyn Benatar_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Evelyn-Benatar_Square.jpg)
Evelyn Benatar
![Everick Brown_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Everick-Brown_Square.jpg)
Everick Brown
![Gil Walsh_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Gil-Walsh_Square-1.jpg)
Gil Walsh
![Gioi Tran_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Gioi-Tran_Square.jpg)
Gioi Tran
![Isabel Ladd_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Isabel-Ladd_Square.jpg)
Isabel Ladd
![Janice Parker_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Janice-Parker_Square-1.jpg)
Janice Parker
![Jean Liu_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Jean-Liu_Square.jpg)
Jean Liu
![Jennifer Cohler Mason_Sqaure](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Jennifer-Cohler-Mason_Sqaure.jpg)
Jennifer Cohler Mason
![Jessica Caldwell_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Jessica-Caldwell_Square.jpg)
Jessica Caldwell
![Joan Enger_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Joan-Enger_Square.jpg)
Joan Enger
![John Douglas Eason_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/John-Douglas-Eason_Square.jpg)
“Loving sustainably produced product (always first), that is rich in texture, fresh and edgy in design. Of course, vintage furniture is always one of the best ways to find tactile and well-designed furnishings that feel new again and are very friendly to the earth.” – John Douglas Eason. @jdeinteriordesign
![Joy Williams_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Joy-Williams_Square.jpg)
Joy Williams
![Kate Singer_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kate-Singer_Square.jpg)
Kate Singer
![Kathleen Walsh_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kathleen-Walsh_Square.jpg)
Kathleen Walsh
![Kati Curtis_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kati-Curtis_Square.jpg)
Kati Curtis
![Keita Turner_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Keita-Turner_Square.jpg)
“Sculptural and artisan furnishings that are thoughtfully handcrafted. Pieces that honor tradition by utilizing ancient techniques combined with new technologies. I never tire of antiques and vintage pieces. And I love clean simple lines that can be integrated into almost any environment.” – Keita Turner, @keitaturnerdesign
![Kelly Collier-Clark_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kelly-Collier-Clark_Square.jpg)
“I’m loving more color this year than ever. Accent chairs in orange, yellow, and green have been catching my eyes. Textures that are softer such as velvet or suede, LOVE!” – Kelly Collier-Clark, @plot_twist_design
![Kendall Wilkinson_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kendall-Wilkinson_Square.jpg)
Kendall Wilkinson
![Kesha Franklin_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kesha-Franklin_Square.jpg)
Kesha Franklin
![Kristen McCory_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kristen-McCory_Square.jpg)
Kristen McCory
![Laquita Tate_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Laquita-Tate_Square.jpg)
Laquita Tate
![Laurie Blumenfeld_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Laurie-Blumenfeld_Square.jpg)
Laurie Blumenfeld-Russo
![Leah Alexander_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Leah-Alexander_Square.jpg)
Leah Alexander
![Lee Melahn_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Lee-Melahn_Square.jpg)
"I'm most excited about all of us getting back to doing what we love and do best - helping our clients discover their inner home" - Lee Melahn,
![Letecia Haywood_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Letecia-Haywood_Square.jpg)
"I'm excited that design is getting back to the artisan's point of view. Hand-made, unique items with a backstory resonate with designers and clients alike." - Letecia Ellis Haywood, @letecia.ellis.haywood
![Lindsay MacRae_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Lindsay-MacRae_Square.jpg)
Lindsay MacRae
![Liz Caan_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Liz-Caan_Square.jpg)
Liz Caan
![Michelle Fahmy_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Michelle-Fahmy_Square.jpg)
Michelle Fahmy
![Michelle Slovak_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Michelle-Slovak_Square.jpg)
Michelle Slovak
![Mimi and Hill_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Mimi-and-Hill_Square.jpg)
Mimi & Hill Interiors
![Monica Jacobs-Driskell_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Monica-Jacobs-Driskell_Square.jpg)
Monica Jacobs-Driskell
![Natalie Kraiem_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Natalie-Kraiem_Square.jpg)
“I am loving upholstery pieces in bouclée and earthy textures right now that remind me of nature or give an organic feel. Form and materials are the most important factors when choosing furnishings. – Natalie Kraiem, @nataliekraiem_interiors
![Neecy Patton_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Neecy-Patton_Square.jpg)
“I'm loving anything that is textured with great color that can be multi-functioning. Slat walls are an example of that. Although it's trendy now, but a remake of old school paneled wall can be fun painted in any color. Also, can be used decoratively for the wall or as a space divider.” – Neecy Patton, @creative.redesign.by.neecy
![Nina Cooke John_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Nina-Cooke-John_Square.jpg)
“I'm usually a minimalist but I'm loving adding more and more texture even if I'm not a total maximalist.” – Nina Cooke-John, @ninacookejohnc
![Nina Magon_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Nina-Magon_Square.jpg)
Nina Magon
![Noz Nozawa_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Noz-Nozawa_Square.jpg)
"I'm loving that there's this renewed interest in personalizing one's space, in making it feel less like "what I've seen before" and more "how I want my home, restaurant, office... to feel." That interest is manifesting in more daring combinations, more nuanced mixes of sources, and I am here for all of it!" - Noz Nozawa, @noznozawa
![Pappas Miron_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Pappas-Miron_Square.jpg)
Pappas Miron
![Peti Lau_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Peti-Lau_Square.jpg)
Peti Lau
![Philip Gorrivan_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Philip-Gorrivan_Square.jpg)
Philip Gorrivan
![Philip Thomas_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Philip-Thomas_Square.jpg)
Phillip Thomas
![Rachael Grochowski_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Rachael-Grochowski_Square.jpg)
Rachael Grochowski
![Rachel Cannon_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Rachel-Cannon_Square.jpg)
“I think we're seeing a shift towards normalizing personal, intimate spaces. We've been talking about Quiet Rooms for a little over two years now, and clients are coming to us asking us to create them for them. The open floor plan, and all it connotes (chaos, noise, a hectic lifestyle) is passe, and clients are ready for peace and quiet and some alone time.” – Rachel Cannon, @rclinteriors
![Rasheeda Gray_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Rasheeda-Gray_Square.jpg)
“Anything with a curve especially upholstery, textured walls, wallpaper everywhere and fluted or paneled walls.” – Rasheeda Gray, @grayspaceinteriordesign
![Rayman Boozer_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Rayman-Boozer_Square.jpg)
Rayman Boozer
![Rhonnika Clifton_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Rhonnika-Clifton_Square.jpg)
Rhonnika Clifton
![Scot Meacham Wood_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Scot-Meacham-Wood_Square.jpg)
Scot Meacham Wood
![Sequoyah Hunter-Cuyjet_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sequoyah-Hunter-Cuyjet_Square-1.jpg)
Sequoyah Hunter-Cuyjet
![Shawn Henderson_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Shawn-Henderson_Square.jpg)
Shawn Henderson
![Swati Goorha_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Swati-Goorha_Square.jpg)
Swati Goorha
![Tammy Bolden_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Tammy-Bolden_Square.jpg)
“I love mixing finishes - matte black with brushed brass; appliances in interesting color with contrasting hardware; and fun geometric lighting that is big, bold and shiny.” – Tammy Bolden, @boldintdesign
![Thom Filicia_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Thom-Filicia_Square.jpg)
Thom Filicia
![Tiffanni Reidy_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Tiffanni-Reidy_Square.jpg)
Tiffanni Reidy
![Tina Ramchandani_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Tina-Ramchandani_Square.jpg)
“I'm obsessed with soft, comfortable textures right now. The world still feels hectic and unpredictable, so I'm craving safety - and coziness is key! Large, encompassing chairs and oversized lighting for a statement are on my radar.” – Tina Ramchandani, @tinaramchandani
![Todd Raymond_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Todd-Raymond_Square.jpg)
Todd Raymond
![Tom Kligerman_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Tom-Kligerman_Square.jpg)
Tom Kligerman
![Travis London_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Travis-London_Square-1.jpg)
Travis London
![Whitney Jones_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Whitney-Jones_Square.jpg)
Whitney Jones
![YOung Huh_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/YOung-Huh_Square.jpg)
Young Huh
![Zoe Feldman_Square](http://staging.nydc.thebeauxartsdigital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Zoe-Feldman_Square.jpg)
“I am loving how homes are feeling truly loved in. I’m loving layered, collected spaces filled with primitive objects, living metals, warm woods and colors, comfortable fabrics, soft shapes. The imperfect is being embraced. Old world techniques are in high demand. Spaces are feeling classic while still Chic and not overdone.” – Zoe Feldman, @zoefeldmandesign