by Dalluxe
As the calendar turns and the design world leans in, there’s a palpable energy spreading across Texas. From Houston’s refined interiors to Dallas’s dynamic design district, Texas Design Week stands as a beacon for creatives, visionaries, and tastemakers. At Dalluxe, we’re not just watching from the sidelines — we’re primed, excited, and ready to dive into the inspiration, connections, and revelations this week promises.
What Is Texas Design Week?
Texas Design Week is a multi-city celebration of architectural innovation, interior artistry, emerging trends, and timeless design. It brings together designers, architects, brands, and enthusiasts through showroom events, salon talks, panel discussions, book signings, and immersive creative experiences.
This year, key dates for Dallas are:
- Texas Design Week Dallas: November 3–7, 2025
The schedule is shaping up with luminaries such as Martin Brudnizki, Amy Astley (Editor in Chief, Architectural Digest), and many more.
For those interested, ticketing is already live. VIP passes unlock reserved seating across events, plus exclusive opening celebrations. texasdesignweek.com
Dallas Design Week: What to Expect
Texas Design Week Dallas 2025 is set for November 3–7, 2025, with a rich schedule of panels, salon talks, book signings, showroom activations, and evening celebrations.
From emerging voices to storied names, the lineup reflects a thoughtful balance of heritage, innovation, and global perspective. (Full schedule: Texas Design Week Dallas) texasdesignweek.com
Here’s a curated look at key moments we’re especially drawn to — not just for their marquee value, but for the ideas, connections, and energy they promise.
Highlights We’ll Be Watching
Day 1 – Monday, November 3
- 9:30 – 11:00 am | This Is Your Wake Up Call: What to Watch for in 2026
A forward-looking panel featuring Javier Burkle, Marcus Mohon, Mike Yates, Trish Sheats, and Philip Thomas Vanderford — moderated by Mary Pat Wallace. Expect trend forecasting, challenges, and the big design questions on the horizon. - 11:00 am – 1:00 pm | Lunchtime Wine with The Classicists
A conversation around classical architecture & design, with David Kleinberg, Curtis & Windham Architects, and Mark Marynick, moderated by Hudson Moore. - 1:00 – 3:00 pm | Tom Scheerer: His Life & Work
Salon talk and book signing at Sherle Wagner — an opportunity to connect with a designer whose work is quietly influential. - 3:00 – 5:00 pm | Creating a Narrative for Every Project
Panel with Studio DB, Bronwyn Ford, Corbin & Sara See, and Eddie Maestri at Ambella. The notion of narrative in design is close to our hearts. - 5:00 – 7:00 pm | A Screaming Blast with Rebecca Gardner
Cocktails, book signing, and salon talk at Ludowici. A chance to explore how hospitality, entertaining, and interiors intertwine. - 7:00 – 9:00 pm | Opening Night Celebration for KD Biel
An invitation-only gathering at the new KD Biel emporium in the Dallas Design District.
Tuesday, November 4
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Morning Mimosas with Ray Booth
Salon talk and book signing at Visual Comfort & Co. - 12:00 – 2:00 pm | Afternoon Wine with Jan Showers
A master class in elegance at Baker-McGuire. - 12:00 – 5:00 pm | Celebrate Innovations’ New Showroom
Cocktails, light bites, and the unveiling of their Fall 2025 collections. - 2:00 – 3:30 pm | Iconic Rooms: Kips Bay at 50
Book signing and discussion with Nazira Handal, Mark D. Sikes, and others at Ann Sacks. - 3:30 – 5:30 pm | Salon Talk with Alfredo Paredes
At Patterson Flynn — a moment to hear from a designer with a storied career in fashion, interiors, and brand curation. - 5:30 – 7:30 pm | Peter Dunham in Dialogue
Salon talk at JAMES Showroom, moderated by Hunter Ellis. Expect richly layered conversation combining textiles, interiors, craft, and vision.
Wednesday, November 5
- 9:30 – 11:30 am | J.J. Martin: A Mind-Opening Experience
Salon talk and book signing at Park House. J.J.’s voice blends design, color, psychology, and signature joie de vivre. - 12:00 – 2:00 pm | Quintessential British-ness
Salon talk with Nicola Harding, Salvesen Graham, moderated by Alison Kenworthy, at the Artistic Tile Slab Gallery. - 2:00 – 4:00 pm | Cabana Magazine Conversation
Martina Mondadori, Miguel Flores-Vianna, and Kate Berry at Plein Air Atelier. A crossroad of publishing, interiors, and decorative arts.
Thursday, November 6
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Martin Brudnizki + Amy Astley
A salon talk moderated by Architectural Digest’s Amy Astley at David Sutherland. - 12:00 – 2:00 pm | Round-Table with Astley, Mondadori, Brudnizki & J.J. Martin
A wine-accompanied conversation on design, curation, cross-disciplinary connections, and the future. At Avenue Road. - 2:00 – 4:00 pm | Design Reimagined with Corey Damen Jenkins
Cocktails and a dynamic talk + book signing at STARK. - 4:00 – 6:00 pm | Miguel Flores-Vianna & Mieke ten Have
Salon talk, photography, styling, at Cowtan & Tout. - 7:00 – 9:00 pm | Opening of La DoubleJ Boutique
VIP/invite event at Highland Park Village. texasdesignweek.com
Friday, November 7
- 9:30 – 11:30 am | Nicole Salvesen & Mary Graham
Morning mimosas and book signing at JAMES Showroom. texasdesignweek.com
What We’re Bringing from Dalluxe to the Week
- Curiosity first. We’ll lean into sessions that connect narrative + place + materiality — lenses through which we always approach design.
- Meaningful moments over schedule overload. Selectivity matters; we’ll be present where the conversation aligns with craft, hospitality, and interior storytelling.
- On-the-ground insight. Expect live reflections, photo essays, designer spotlights, and post-event commentary on how we see these ideas translating into Dallas interiors.
- Connection as creation. More than these talks, our real favorite scenes are the informal ones — corridor chats, showroom reveals, late-night conversations.
Tips for Attendees & Design Enthusiasts
- Map your own path. With overlapping sessions, prioritize what feeds your sensibility or work today, not just what’s big.
- Go early. Some talks begin as early as 9:30 am — give yourself wiggle room for traffic, parking, and settling in.
- Plan for surprise. Leave gaps for impromptu visits to showrooms, installations, or candid conversations.
- Engage creatively. Don’t just consume — bring your pen, your questions, your vision. Capture, reflect, and connect.
Why It Matters to Us at Dalluxe
At Dalluxe, we believe in design as storytelling. Whether through product launches, digital showcases, or creative curation, we aim to be more than observers — we want to engage, contribute, and collaborate. Texas Design Week offers exactly that: a stage for innovation, a network of peers, and a pulse-check on what design is becoming.
It’s not just about trends or aesthetics. It’s about community — about the confluence of visionaries pushing boundaries, sharing practices, and inspiring one another. In the coming weeks, you’ll see us share behind-the-scenes glimpses, interviews, and recaps from select events, and perhaps even live commentary.
What to Watch For in 2025
We can’t wait to tread the halls, absorb the energy, and share this journey with you — whether in person or here, on the Dalluxe platform. Stay tuned for our favorite moments, design discoveries, and explorations in the days to come.
Here are a few highlights we’re especially eager to follow:
- Salon conversations & illustrated talks — Many events will involve designers unpacking not just their work but their philosophies, narratives, and processes behind it.
- Showroom activations & product launches — The pulse of design week often lies in how showrooms and brands engage visitors through installations, exclusive reveals, and interactive moments.
- Cross-disciplinary cues — Expect to see overlaps of art, fashion, landscape, and sustainable innovation woven into interior dialogue.
- Networking, idea exchange, and community building — The week is as much about serendipitous connections as it is about scheduled sessions.
How You Can Join the Momentum
- Register early & plan ahead. With limited seating and overlapping events, planning your itinerary is key.
- Pick your moments. Don’t feel like you must attend every session. Choose those that speak most to your curiosity or work.
- Stay tuned to Dalluxe. We’ll be posting event spotlights, exclusive snaps, and reflections in near real time.
- Engage with the conversation. Use the Texas Design Week hashtag, connect with presenters and brands, and share your own takeaways.
We at Dalluxe are readying ourselves for a week of discovery, creative dialogue, and inspiration. We invite you to join us — whether in person or through our blog — as we dive into all that Texas Design Week promises to unveil.
Let us know: will you be attending in Houston, Dallas, or following along virtually?
— The Dalluxe Team