​HOUSTON – The Houston Design Center is pleased to host a dynamic line up of talent for Design in Bloom presented by Flower Magazine on Tuesday, May 18. Held in conjunction with Texas Design Week Houston, the third annual spring event features an inspiring panel discussion with renowned interior designer and author Ray Booth, award-winning architect and author Bobby McAlpine, innovative floral designer and author Laura Dowling, and celebrated landscape designer and author Keith Williams. The presentation will be moderated by Margot Shaw, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Flower Magazine.
Throughout the day, guests are invited to attend individual presentations, demonstrations, and book signings with Ray Booth and Bobby McAlpine at James Craig Furnishings; Keith Williams at Thorntree Slate & Marble; and Laura Dowling at Leisure Collections. The festivities will conclude at an evening reception with Ray Booth at the new Hickory Chair showroom and Meredith O’Donnell Fine Furniture, exclusively for Design in Bloom or Texas Design Week ticket holders. 
Sponsors for Design in Bloom include Hickory Chair, James Craig Furnishings, LEE Industries, Leisure Collections, Memorial Antiques & Interiors, Meredith O’Donnell Fine Furniture, MLB Capital Partners, Scene One Interiors, Thorntree Slate & Marble, Walker Zanger; in kind sponsors are Accent Décor, Clos Du Val, Curate, Cuts of Color, Fiskars, Fleur de Vie, Fontana, Mayesh, Miraval, PaperCity, Perrier, Rombauer Vineyards and Tea & Coffee America.  
Tickets are required to attend each event. The opening event for Design in Bloom is the VIP Panel Discussion and is reserved for VIP ticket holders and sponsors. VIP ticket holders will enjoy reserved seating at each event as well as lunch, complimentary valet parking and book signings. Seating is limited. For tickets, please visit designinbloomhouston.com. For more information, call 713-864-2660.

About the Panelists

Ray Booth
Interior Design | Nashville, TN
Ray Booth is an interior design partner with McALPINE, a residential architecture and interior design firm. Ray’s work has received significant recognition from the nation’s most prestigious publications. He is the author of Evocative Interiors, his bestselling first book published by Rizzoli. In 2019, Ray launched his inaugural furniture collection with Hickory Chair as well as a lighting and accessory collection with Arteriors. 

Bobby McAlpine
Architect | Atlanta, GA
As one of the most respected architects in America, Bobby McAlpine is a romantic, poet, and entrepreneur. He founded McALPINE in 1983, which today is comprised of brilliant architects and interior designers located in Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and New York. Bobby is also the author of two books including the critically acclaimed best-selling book, The Home Within Us and Poetry of Place. He is also the co-author of Art of the House.

Laura Dowling
Floral Designer | Washington, DC
Washington-based Laura Dowling served as Chief Floral Designer for the White House from 2009 until 2015. In this role, her renowned floral designs graced Camp David, the Presidential private residence, and thousands of official and private events. Outside of the White House, Dowling’s designs have been featured in magazines, HGTV and on her own collection of USPS stamps. Dowling is also the author of Floral Diplomacy, A White House Christmas, Wreaths, and Bouquets.

Keith Williams
Landscape Designer| Palm Beach, FL
As partner and lead designer at Nievera Williams landscape architecture firm, Keith Williams has played an integral role in commercial and residential landscape projects across the world. Born and raised in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, Williams discovered his passion for design at young age. Williams’ current commercial work includes design for the new landscape and site improvements for the Design Center of the Americas in Dania Beach, Florida. Williams is the author of The Graphic Garden, his first monograph.

Margot Shaw
Flower Magazine Editor-in-Chief| Birmingham, AL
Margot Shaw is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Flower Magazine. Now in its 13th year, the magazine has grown to include features on homes, gardens, entertaining, and lifestyle. Margot is a sought-after speaker at antique & garden shows, museums, botanical gardens, interior design centers, and more. She is the author of the newly released book, Living Floral: Entertaining and Decorating with Flowers, published by Rizzoli. 

About Flower Magazine
Flower is a niche publication for readers passionate about elegant living. Launched in the spring of 2007, the national publication has grown to a readership of over 425,000. For more information, including web-exclusive content, visit flowermag.com or search for Flower magazine on social media.
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About The Houston Design Center
Located at 7026 Old Katy Road, The Houston Design Center is the city’s preferred destination for the best in luxury residential and commercial furnishings and products. With more than 45 showrooms and design firms, the center provides design professionals and the design-inspired unique services and solutions that are second to none. The Houston Design Center is open Monday – Friday from 9 AM – 5 PM and Saturday from 10 AM – 4 PM. For individual showroom times and additional information, visit thehoustondesigncenter.com. 

Monday, March 16, 2020
HOUSTON –  Out of an abundance of caution for guests, speakers, organizers and the community, The Houston Design Center and Flower Magazine have made the decision to postpone Design In Bloom, originally scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2020 to Tuesday, September 15, 2020. Previously purchased tickets will be honored for the new date and an updated schedule of events will be available on www.designinbloomhouston.com soon. For questions and assistance, please contact 713-864-2660.
The Houston Design Center is pleased to host a dynamic line up of talent for Design in Bloom presented by Flower Magazine on Tuesday, September 15. Held in conjunction with Fall Design Week at The Houston Design District, the third annual design event features an inspiring keynote presentation with renowned interior designer and author Ray Booth, award-winning architect and author Bobby McAlpine, innovative floral and event designer Lewis Miller, and celebrated garden designer Jon Carloftis. The presentation will be moderated by Margot Shaw, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Flower Magazine.
Throughout the day, guests are invited to attend individual inspirational talks, demonstrations, and book signings with Ray Booth and Bobby McAlpine at James Craig Furnishings; Jon Carloftis at Walker Zanger, and Lewis Miller at Scene One Interiors and Margot Shaw at Leisure Collections. The festivities will conclude at an evening reception with Ray Booth at Hickory Chair, exclusively for Design in Bloom or Fall Design Week ticket holders.
Sponsors for Design in Bloom include Hickory Chair, James Craig Furnishings, LEE Industries, Leisure Collections, Memorial Antiques & Interiors, Meredith O’Donnell Fine Furniture, MLB Capital Partners, Scene One Interiors, Walker Zanger; in kind sponsors are Accent Décor, Acqua Panna, Clos Du Val, Curate, Cuts of Color, Fiskars, Fleur de Vie, Flora Springs, Fontana, Mayesh, Miraval, PaperCity, Rombauer Vineyards and Tea & Coffee America.
Tickets are required to attend each event. The opening event for Design in Bloom is the VIP Keynote Presentation and is reserved for VIP ticket holders and sponsors. VIP ticket holders will enjoy exclusive access to the Bloom Room complete with hospitality, lunch, and book signings. Seating is limited. For information on speakers and tickets, please visit designinbloomhouston.com. For more information call 713-864-2660.


About Flower Magazine
Flower is a niche publication for readers passionate about elegant living. Launched in the spring of 2007, the national publication has grown to a readership of over 375,000. For more information, including web-exclusive content, visit  flowermag.com or search for Flower magazine on social media.
 
About The Houston Design Center
Located at 7026 Old Katy Road, The Houston Design Center is the city’s preferred destination for the best in luxury residential and commercial furnishings and products. With more than 45 showrooms and design firms, the center provides design professionals and the design-inspired unique services and solutions that are second to none. The Houston Design Center is open Monday – Friday from 9 AM – 5 PM and Saturday from 10 AM – 4 PM. For individual showroom times and additional information, visit thehoustondesigncenter.com.