As we prepare to welcome Jean Stoffer to Michigan Design Center for her "Trade Talk" & book signing on Wednesday, October 9, we had the privilege of catching up with the celebrated designer and entrepreneur.

If eyes are the window to the soul, then windows are the eyes to the world. These spaces not only provide a connection to nature but frame their respective spaces. We asked five talented designers to share some of their dramatic designs honoring remarkable views.

Gauzy curtains billowing in a warm, gentle breeze, cascading fountains providing a tranquil soundscape, and relaxing lounge chairs that you can sink into with a good book… Are we referring to a posh resort in some exotic location?

Sometimes, the most mundane detail in a space can be where the magic lies. We asked four clever designers how they create interesting solutions for life’s little necessities.

Last month we highlighted Nouveau Neutrals, and now we’re moving on to color, color, and more color!

Plain vanilla, boring beige, flat white…neutral hues sometimes get a bad rap. Enter nouveau neutrals. Shades beyond basic vanilla, cream, and beige—the palette includes rich browns, charcoal blacks, and even navy. And new neutrals go beyond color—texture also plays a prominent role.