August 4, 2015 In Awards, Multi-Family
thirty oaks apartments wins award for best overall community
Thirty Oaks Apartments wins the Texas Association of Builders' 2015 Best Overall Community under 20 acres! Click here to view our gallery. ...
July 14, 2015 In Accessories, Art, Commercial Design, Furniture, Tradeshows
neocon 2015
NeoCon is one of the world’s largest design trade shows. The PPDS designers were all fortunate enough to attend this summer, getting a first look at the products as many manufacturers release their newest collections to the public at NeoCon. The show is located in...
June 9, 2015 In Accessories, Art, Furniture, Tradeshows
high point market
High Point is the largest trade show dedicated to residential home furnishings. There are over 80,000 manufacturers and buyers that attend from around the world. This is where trends are created. Gold is making a strong comeback in the lighting and furnishing categories. Rose gold has...
May 7, 2015 In Design Advice
creating a focal point
Focal Point: A Point of Interest, Center of Activity, A Feature that Attracts Attention When designing clubhouses we are always tasked with creating a strong focal point. Some are traditional in nature, while others lean toward the modern statement. Usually you will find a fireplace or TV...
March 13, 2015 In Commercial Design, Tradeshows
on the edge of design in miami
Jenna Caradonna and I were selected to attend Interior Design Magazine’s bi-annual event, re:Source, a face-to-face targeted buyer event held at The Miami Beach EDITION hotel designed by Yabu Pushelberg. This event included one-on-one meetings with vendors of various product types ranging from surfaces to architectural...
February 16, 2015 In Accessories, Art, Furniture, Tradeshows
elements of nature: trends at las vegas market
This year was the first time Kendall and I had the opportunity to attend the Las Vegas Furniture Market, and we were inspired by what we saw. A move toward the simple, natural, and raw seemed to be a recurring trend in every showroom we...
November 13, 2014 In Commercial Design, Furniture
myths about ergonomics you need to forget
I read this great article in “Interiors and Sources” and thought it would be useful information for everyone to see. I know everyone has been instructed to “sit up straight”. From your mother to your school teacher. Well guess what, sitting upright forces the body...
October 8, 2014 In Accessories, Art, Furniture, Tradeshows
artistic inspiration
My first trip to a Las Vegas Furniture Market was very inspiring! There were many different mediums, materials and unique ways to mount art. Wall art and accessories have a great impact on a design concept as they are the final touches. This tour ignited my passion for art selection, and it is exciting to see...
August 7, 2014 In Commercial Design, Tradeshows
Geometry at NeoCon
This year at Neocon, we noticed a lot of geometric patterns. Why are they so popular? We see these shapes in nature even if we don't realize it. We found them in furniture, on fabrics, and even in the bathroom sink! Current trends blend the use...
June 18, 2014 In Accessories, Art, Travel
Antiquing in Round Top
I'm sure you are wondering where the PPDS team goes to purchase our most interesting furniture and accessories. Who would have thought that this tiny Texas town could host a world-class Antique Market? Thousands of vendors come from all over the world to sell their wares...