Join us for WESTWEEK 2026 at Thomas Lavin, PDC, Suite B309-310

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THE FIFTH WALL
Wednesday, March 18 Join us as we explore the growing popularity of the “fifth wall”—the ceiling—as a dynamic design surface that elevates interior spaces. Tim Butcher of Fromental, together with designers Brooke Wagner and Joseph Monsour, join Thomas Lavin to discuss the collaborative process between designers, artisans, and manufacturers in bringing custom ceiling concepts to life. Through an illustrated conversation, discover how ceilings are becoming a powerful canvas for creativity, storytelling, and architectural impact. |
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CELEBRATE WESTWEEK AND THE WINNERS OF THE NEW WAVE DESIGN COMPETITION Wednesday, March 18 Make merry with us as we raise a glass to our wonderful industry and announce the winners of this year’s New Wave design contest, selected by judges Adam Hunter, Christina Rottman, Jacqueline Terrebonne, Kelly Badal Phillips, Laura Eckstein Jones, Lindsey Shook, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, and Thomas. The work of all contestants will be on display throughout WESTWEEK, so be sure to stop by and see the inspirational designs from SoCal’s up-and-coming designers. |
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LEAVE YOUR BOSS AT THE OFFICE
Thursday, March 19 Join us for a “No Bosses” evening of entertainment, enlightenment and eats. Check out our international array of makers, shop a sampling of LA’s best small businesses, and get busy with surprise interactive activities. All the while enjoying music, drinks, and small bites. |
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STUDENT DAY: MADE IN L.A. Friday, March 20 Los Angeles is a designer’s dream when it comes to manufacturing the textiles, furniture and lighting so key to any interiors project. Our city has a plethora of craftsman and artisans producing exceptional products in a wide variety of studios, workshops, mills and factories. Join us for a lunch & learn with three of our vendors who produce their collections right here in L.A. – Madeline Stuart, Kevin Kolanoswki of Fuse Lighting, Clay McLaurin and Todd Piercy of McLaurin & Piercy. |
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