
What You Need to Know About LCDQLA 2017
This week is jam packed with design festivities. Make sure to clear your calendars for the LCDQLA events listed here. We’ve also outlined the best hashtags for you to use to ensure your Instagram coverage will get the most hits.
Wednesday, May 10 Events
Blogger Breakfast and Legends 2017 Kick-Off
In celebration of all things design, Chairish will be dishing on their favorite design trends with some of their favorite industry insiders including Nate Berkus of @nateberkus, Will Taylor of @brightbazaar, Paloma of @ladolcevitablog, Anthony of @zioandsons, Danielle of @danielledrollins, Holly of @theenglishroom and Shaun of @shaunsmithstyle to name a few. The Legends Ambassadors will play a game of #LoveItorHateIt in response to recent design trends such as vintage portraits, outdoor rugs, brass bar carts, Edison bulbs, and more.
When: Wednesday, May 10
Where: Hollyhock, Los Angeles
Off Color: Demons and Disasters in Design

Madeline Stuart, Photo courtesy of LCDQLA
Moderated by: Madeline Stuart, Interior Designer, Los Angeles
Panelists: Philip Gorrivan (Designer), Nate Berkus (Designer) and William Peace (Designer)
Madeline Stuart is a leading member of the Los Angeles design community. Madeline Stuart & Associates has been named on Architectural Digest’s AD100 list and featured in numerous publications, including Elle Decor, Veranda, Town & Country and House Beautiful.
When: Wednesday, May 10, 11am – 12pm
Where: Marc Phillips, 815 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Una Malan Showroom Opens in Historic Courtyard
Designer Una Malan’s Showroom recently opened its doors in the La Cienega Design Quarter, offering a curated environment of luxurious brands from designers such as Dmitriy & Co.,Knowles & Christou, Loro Piana Interiors and VeniceM. Una Malan is hosting a party during LEGENDS on Wednesday, May 10 at 6pm to celebrate the opening.
When: Wednesday, May 10 at 6pm
Where: Una Malan – The Courtyard, 822 N. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90069

The Dmitriy & Co. Brugge Bench, Photo by Erica George Dines
Thursday, May 11 Events
The Freedom of Expression: Self vs. Selfless Expression in Design

Alisa Carroll, Photo courtesy of LCDQLA
Moderated by: Alisa Carroll, Editor-in-Chief, San Francisco Cottages & Gardens
Panelists: Schuyler Samperton (Designer), Beth Martin (Designer) and Alison Berger (Glassworks and Lighting Designer)
Alisa Carroll is an author and Editor-in-Chief of San Francisco Cottages & Gardens. She has written about art and design for a number of publications and has moderated panels at venues including the LA Art Show, de Young Museum, San Francisco Fall Antiques Show, and many others.
When: Thursdsy, May 11, 9:30am – 10:30am
Where: Design Within Reach, 8612 Melrose Ave.
Floral Expressions: Empowering Pastels into Design

Jessica Romm Perez, Photo courtesy of LCDQLA
Moderated by: Jessica Romm Perez, Editor-in-Chief, Domino
Panelists: Aerin Lauder (Founder of AERIN), Monica Bhargava (EVP of Product Development for Williams Sonoma Home) and Amanda Lindroth (Designer)
Jessica Romm Perez is the Editor-in-Chief of Domino magazine. Considered a style expert by local and national media outlets, Perez has written and edited for many publications including Elle Decor, Elle, Conde Nast Traveler and more.
When: Thursday, May 11, 11am – 12pm
Where: Barakat Gallery, 941 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Heritage at Home: Embracing Your Heritage in a Well Designed Home

Jenny Bradley, Photo courtesy of LCDQLA
Moderated by: Jenny Bradley, Design/Lifestyle Editor, Traditional Home
Panelists: Betsy Burnham (Designer), Angie Hranowsky (Designer) and Katie Leede (Designer)
Jenny Bradley is Senior Design and Lifestyle Editor for Traditional Home as well as editor of the magazine’s digital edition, TRADhome.com where she has written and produced stories with design and lifestyle influences. As an avid traveler, Bradley has covered unique venues all over the world – from Tanzania to Santorini and Cambodia to Peru.
When: Thursday, May 11, 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Where: Marc Phillips, 815 N. La Cienega Blvd.
Ongoing Events
Serena & Lily New Outdoor Furniture, Fabric and Wallpaper Launch
Marking Serena & Lily’s largest Spring launch to date, the new arrivals include indoor & outdoor furniture, textiles, wallpaper, bedding, decorative pillows and more. Serena & Lily has launched all-weather outdoor furnishings that can handle the heat and rain without fading.

Serena & Lily Outdoor Furniture, Photo courtesy of @parkandoakdesign
The Zio & Sons x 1stdibs Photo Set Installation at the Lee Stanton Showroom
Zio & Sons is serving as one the the Ambassadors for the big LEGENDS design event at the Lee Stanton Showroom. Make sure to stop by and get your photo taken on this show-stopping set, designed by Zio & Sons in collaboration with 1stdibs and a few other showrooms in the quarter.

Photo taken at @Woven.is_ from last year’s festivities by @pamther
Hashtags You Need to Use
#onlyinlcdqla
#LCDQLA
#LCDQLEGENDS
#LEGENDS
#LoveItorHateIt
#legendskeynote
#IvyTakesLCDQLA
#lacienega
#MakeTimeForDesign
#interiordesign
#interiordesignlife
#designprofessionals
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