6 min readThis is your monthly dose of what’s new and noteworthy in the design world. From buzzy product launches and unexpected brand collabs to industry updates worth knowing, we rounded up the headlines that had everyone at House Beautiful (and beyond) talking.
I think I spent all of four days at home this month between Salone—aka Milan Design Week—High Point Market (the largest furniture market in the U.S., happening biannually), and a nonstop wave of launches and events—which really just means there was more happening than anyone could reasonably keep up with. What stood out most was seeing so many of House Beautiful’s favorite designers showing up and showing out with new collaborations and launches at these shows. Beyond the trade shows, a few moments felt like giving more attention to—thoughtful collaborations, meaningful launches, and ideas that were actually exciting to sit with for a minute. Here’s our roundup of the best of April. And trust me, if this were weekly, we’d have a lot more to say.
A new lighting collection with pieces made from swirls of glass and wireless lamps gets a stylish upgrade.
We’re always happy to see Marie Flanigan re-emerge on the collaboration scene. And at Visual Comfort & Co.—a brand known for its prolific roster and constant stream of launches—that’s no small feat. This isn’t her first go with the brand, but rather an expansion that continues to build on her quietly powerful point of view. This season, she leans further into sculptural glass and layered light, with pieces that feel refined, restrained, and rooted in materials that do the talking. In a sea of newness, she still manages to stand out—and yes, we’ll say it—she’s still very much our “it girl.”
One of our favorite showhouse designers has officially made his debut furniture collection.
When I was first introduced to the uber-talented Düval Reynolds, it was through a deep internet dive for what I considered undiscovered talent. I tapped him—read: begged—to be part of our Atlanta showhouse, and he was all in. His room, a response to the chaos that life can sometimes bring, was one of my favorites: moody, quiet, and designed for retreat.
Now, just a few years later, he’s launched his first collection with Sherrill Furniture: House of Düval. Created at a remarkable pace, the line feels entirely his—rooted in tradition, with a reverence for timelessness and materiality. And true to form, Sherrill went all in. The launch, packed with industry heavyweights from media to legacy designers, felt exactly right for a young, design-forward talent everyone should know.
This is the kind of furniture you’ll rearrange your house to fit.
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and living in one of our precious mid-century modern abodes, Barrie Benson is about as lovely as a designer can be while still staying true to her unique aesthetic. That shows up fully in her latest collection—her 10-year moment—for Highland House.
Her line blends European mid-century, Scandinavian simplicity, and traditional silhouettes into pieces that feel both fresh and familiar. From softly tapered game tables with pull-out “coasters” (for lack of a better term) to the green floral sectional and tailored skirted upholstery, everything feels relaxed but classic. There’s an ease to everyday living throughout—and make no mistake, precious is not in her vocabulary.
Theatrical lighting that takes center stage in any room it lives in.
Corey Damen Jenkins made his U.S. debut with Eichholtz this market, bringing a 30+ piece lighting collection that leans fully into his signature point of view—polished, glamorous, and just a little bit theatrical. Drawing from his own sketch archives, the collection treats lighting the way it should be treated: as the jewelry of the room, with alabaster, brass, and fluted glass coming together in pieces that feel both timeless and statement-making.
And as someone whose work has graced not one but two House Beautifulcovers, we already know Corey has a magical eye—this just extends it overhead. Coming off the momentum of his latest book, Design Reimagined, it’s a natural next step for a designer who continues to prove that traditional doesn’t have to mean predictable.
This new, dreamy, tile collection, feels storied out of the box.
NYC-based design studio Ward + Gray have officially launched Boheme Shop, a new platform bringing all of their lines under one roof while expanding into new categories. Their inaugural tile collection, Vestigia, draws from the studio’s custom work and translates it into patterns that feel pulled from memory—architectural, referential, and transportive.
Crafted in marble and onyx, the collection manages to feel both storied and fresh—like something you’ve seen before, but never quite like this. Thoughtful, a little romantic, and very much designed for those who want their floors (or walls) to do more than just exist.
A mix of shapes and materials that add movement to any space.
We’re always excited to see what Noz Nozawa does next, and her second collection with Corbett Lighting feels like a natural evolution of a voice we already love. A former Next Waver and longtime favorite, Noz continues to treat lighting as more than functional—leaning into her idea of it as “jewelry for the home,” but with a slightly softer, more organic edge this time around.
Think handwoven rattan, bleached abaca, and alabaster layered into sculptural forms that feel tactile, warm, and just a little bit unexpected. Her signature chain details make a return, but with more depth and texture, giving the collection a sense of continuity without feeling repetitive. It’s personal, a little playful, and rooted in the kind of storytelling that makes her work feel distinctly her.
A celebration of design across America.
A new book spotlighting 30+ of today’s most influential interior designers offers a deeper look at the perspectives shaping the industry right now—through both their work and their stories. And yes, plenty of House Beautiful favorites made the cut—Forbes + Masters, Laura Hodges, recent Next Waver Marie Cloud, Kelly Finley, Tiffany Brooks…and we could easily keep going—but that’s exactly the point.
The roster reads less like a list and more like a reminder of just how deep the talent pool actually is. It’s less about tips or trends and more about how these designers think, build, and continue to push the industry forward. One to keep within reach: In the House: Celebrating America’s Leading Black Interior Designers. Available for pre-sale now, out July 2026.
Bold new textiles that make you want to redo everything.
Kit Kemp is back with GP & J Baker, and as expected, it’s a full-on celebration of pattern, color, and that perfectly imperfect English layering she does so well. We got a taste of it during the Parisian textiles show, DecoOff, but were happy to see it fully available stateside.
Florals, stripes, and playful motifs all collided in a way that somehow never feels chaotic—just deeply considered and a little bit joyful. There’s a confidence here in mixing that feels very lived-in (and very Kit), with pieces that don’t take themselves too seriously but still land as design-forward. If you’re someone who believes more is more—this is your moment.
A floral-covered slipcover for your ceiling lights.
Tulip—the brand quietly solving everyone’s overhead lighting problem—has teamed up with print house Voutsa for a four-piece capsule that turns florals into something a bit more unexpected. Drawing from Voutsa’s Heavenly Florals series, the collection reimagines historically inspired patterns as soft, sculptural shades that shift the conversation from surface to ceiling. What could feel overly precious instead lands somewhere more interesting: painterly, a little whimsical, and refreshingly approachable.
A celebrity design partnership rooted in nostalgia and seaside living.
Olive Ateliers, known for its curation of antiques and products with an “old soul,” launched its first-ever design collaboration with Pamela Anderson. Dubbed The Sentimentalist, the nearly 40-piece furniture and decor line features both indoor and outdoor selections inspired by Anderson’s grandmother’s home along the Salish Sea.
“I am obsessed with wicker, and I believe it needs to be dragged in and outside, under trees, and for picnics in the vegetable garden, so my picnic tables are very sentimental,” Anderson says. “I have the picnic table my parents used as their dining table in our tiny cabin down the beach. We designed the Greenhouse Extendable Teak table in memory of that.”
Aside from wicker, you can find other textures like solid teak and performance fabric upholstery that are all meant to soften with time. Shop the loungers, reading chairs with matching ottomans, generous loveseats, dining tables, baskets, lamps, and more now.
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