design retreat
3 days
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6 design luminaries
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30 design savvy homeowners
join us for a transformative weekend filled with unprecedented insight into the intimidating luxury design process,
including comprehensive talks, interactive sessions, design centered outings…
you’ll be inspired, be informed, and fully prepared to take the actions required to create your dream home.
the who
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Susan Ferrier
FOUNDER
interior designer and speaker
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Jillian O'Neill
FOUNDER
furniture designer and speaker
in dialogue with…
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NATE BERKUS
interior designer and speaker
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Sophie Donelson
editor and speaker
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Tom kligerman
architect and speaker
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Clinton Smith
interior designer and speaker
and most importantly, you…
this retreat will be about SO much more than the inspiration behind designing a home; you will walk away with the information needed to stay organized, make informed decisions, save yourself money and precious time.
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building your dream home
this is not a task for the faint of heart, let’s just be honest. sadly, not many walk away from the experience with much positivity about the industry. we’d like to pass on the tools that are bound to make the experience more personal, efficient, and even joyful.
-learn the right questions to ask an architect, and builder, and a designer
-learn the strategy behind budgets and allowances
-learn about schedules and scope responsibilities among professional parties
-learn how to define what YOU like in design - colors, textures, mood, etc
-learn to effortlessly navigate choosing all elements for the home - from windows to flooring to furnishings to fine art
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renovator
are you about to embark on a large renovation? whether it is a historic home, a dated kitchen, or a primary bath that needs more functionality, all spaces deserve to be personal, detailed, and thoughtful.
-learn what to consider about the existing architecture when renovating
-learn the right questions to ask an architect and a contractor
-learn the strategy behind budgets and allowances
-learn how to define scope to industry professionals
-learn what are realistic timelines
-learn how to create a space that is truly “your style” rather than replicating others
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design obsessed
you are design savvy and can not get enough of learning about and being inspired by luxury design? we’d love to facilitate this lifelong love of home alongside you by allowing you unprecedented insight into our years of experience in luxury homes.
-you already dabble in the pursuit of designing your own home but would like to learn more about the insider information regarding designing a luxury home
-you are curious to learn more about what you can do to impact the mood and feeling of your home.
-you are looking to get inspired about designing your home and are currently overwhelmed by the options in front of you. you’d love the opportunity to pick our experts’ brains during this weekend.
we’re also thrilled to introduce you to these special guests via immersive design experiences
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francine turk
fine artist
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Eric Chang
furniture craftsman
and so much more…
design luminaries + YOU, the homeowner, in an intimate setting for 30 guests during 3 days of education and inspiration.
THE WHAT
VALUABLE INTIMATE TALKS
full of industry expertise and actionable knowledge for you to bring back to your home project
CUSTOM DISCUSSIONS
based on feedback from YOU, the guest, on what you’d like to hear. click HERE to give your input of what you’d like to hear from our speakers
BREAKOUT SMALL GROUP SESSIONS
with design expert speakers
INTERACTIVE PRODUCT SESSIONS
learn about craft from notable artisans
and more…inspiring outings, wellness sessions, cocktail events, and dinners
the why
together your hosts and speakers have a cumulative 120 YEARS in the luxury design industry, have built more new homes than we can count, and have edited hundreds of design stories.
we are ready to open the floodgates regarding information typically guarded by industry insiders and fill you with knowledge so that you can begin YOUR new endeavor educated, empowered, and eagerly anticipating every single step.
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Jillian O'Neill
"I want you to walk away with a sense of confident intuition when it comes to defining your desires for your home…your most sacred spaces. Moreover, I want you to feel empowered to make informed decisions because, at the core, you are now much more knowledgable about this intensive, daunting, and emotional process of designing a home.
On a personal note, I am deeply appreciative of the remarkable roster of speakers from which you all now have the chance to learn. This group embodies both exceptional knowledge and remarkable generosity and, in joining us, I cannot wait for you to witness this firsthand.
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susan ferrier
“My intention is to share with you, the home owners and enthusiasts, insights and experiences that inform the many decisions made on the path to creating a beautiful functioning home. To demystify the process by pulling back the curtain and making you wiser to the challenges and rewards held within the process. Creating an elegant home should be an exciting time full of joy and anticipation. I would love to help.
My wish is that you will walk away prepared with knowledge and the ability to lead and advocate for yourself and your family on this deeply personal journey.”
THE WHERE
Atlanta, Ga
get ready to spend your weekend in some of Atlanta’s most inspiring spaces…be spoiled in a luxury hotel and venture out to private museum spaces and luxe gardens.
