2025 Event Schedule
Thursday, December 4th
Show not open to the public.
4:30 PM - Designer Preview Party Happy Hour with Tastemakers
Join local tastemakers along with designer Nelli Howard Ossi—for this year’s Designer Preview Party to kick off the weekend. Reserved exclusively for interior designers and benefactors, this private preview offers first access to the Show’s exceptional dealer booths—giving guests the opportunity to browse and buy before the doors open to the public. Enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and conversation surrounded by beautiful objects and inspiring design.
This exclusive event is for Interior Designers and Benefactor ticket holders.
Friday, December 5th
Show hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
10:30 AM - Design Lecture
Start your day with a fresh dose of inspiration from one of today’s most stylish voices in interior design. Known for blending classic elegance with modern sensibilities, our guest speaker will share insights into creating layered, livable spaces that stand the test of time. He will be officially announced in September.
Book signing immediately following; lecture ticket required.
12:30 PM - Caroline Gidiere Design Lecture
Birmingham-based interior designer Caroline Gidiere is celebrated for her timeless style that blends elegance with ease. Known for creating layered, livable spaces that reflect both beauty and comfort, her work has been featured in leading design publications. Her debut book, Interiors: A Life in Good Taste, showcases her philosophy that interiors should be as inviting as they are refined. With an eye for detail and a passion for personal expression, Caroline brings a fresh yet classic perspective to today’s design conversation.
Book signing immediately following; lecture ticket required.
2:00 PM - Immersive Experience: Girlfriends Brunch
Gather your girlfriends and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of design, décor, and delightful surprises. This immersive event blends lifestyle, creativity, and connection—all with a few unexpected twists.
Immersive Experience ticket required
6:00 PM - Benefactor Reception
Benefactor ticket required
7:00 PM - Opening Night Gala
Gala ticket required
Saturday, December 6th
Show hours: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
10:30 AM - Patrick Sutton Design Lecture
Baltimore-based designer Patrick Sutton is renowned for crafting interiors that marry drama with timeless sophistication. Drawing on his background in architecture and theatrical design, Sutton creates immersive environments that tell a story and stir emotion. Named one of the top designers by Architectural Digest and other national publications, his work spans luxury residences, hotels, and cultural spaces. His book, Tailored Interiors, captures his philosophy of design as narrative—where every detail contributes to a larger sense of beauty, mood, and place.
Book signing immediately following; lecture ticket required
12:30 PM - Lecture & Lunch Panel “The Art of Home” featuring Brittany Bromley
Join three celebrated designers as they share their insights on creating homes that balance tradition, personality, and timeless style. Brittany Bromley, author of Relaxed Elegance, is known for her layered, sophisticated interiors that feel effortlessly inviting. She will be joined by Jacksonville’s own Nelli Howard Ossi, who brings a fresh perspective shaped by her firm’s work on both historic and modern Southern homes, always with an eye toward livability and charm. Architect Tim Adams, author of Tradition Made New: Houses with a Sense of Soul and History, is celebrated for his craftsmanship and deep knowledge of historic precedents. Together, this panel will offer a lively conversation on design rooted in history yet made for today.
Special lunch & lecture ticket required.
2:00 PM - Booth Crawl with Local Interior Designer Stephanie Jarvis
No Ticket Required
Sunday, December 7th
Show hours: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
10:30 AM - Family-friendly activities begin
2:00 PM - The Children’s Fashion Show
One of the most beloved moments of the weekend! Celebrate the joy of childhood and community in this heartwarming runway show featuring local children and charming fashion.
Fashion Show ticket required
