In a vibrant celebration of design and creativity, Bentley Mills hosted an event at their Chicago showroom to mark the launch of the new Land/Mark collection alongside Design Milk’s 20th anniversary. This gathering was not just a showcase of products but a heartfelt return to the roots of design and community.
A Celebration of Design and Community
The event featured a compelling conversation between Jaime Derringer, founder of Design Milk, and Todd van der Kruik, founder and creative director of Neutral Haus. Both speakers reflected on their journeys, with Derringer sharing her early experiences of blogging about design and building a community online. “When I think about spaces that shaped me, the internet had a huge influence on me,” she stated, emphasizing the importance of real-world interactions that followed her digital beginnings.
Land/Mark Collection Inspired by Personal Spaces
The Land/Mark collection, designed by Neutral Haus for Bentley Mills, draws inspiration from the everyday spaces that foster creativity. Van der Kruik highlighted personal memories, such as the grease-stained floor of his parents’ garage where he practiced with his band and the charm of worn cobblestone streets. “I wanted these patterns to feel lived in, so that when you walk into a space, it already feels like something happened there,” he explained.
Unique Keepsakes and Community Engagement
Attendees left the event with custom luggage tags, branded socks, and a special prize from Prima Vista, Bentley Mills’ premium custom area rug program. The Land/Mark collection features three styles and 16 colorways, celebrating imperfection in design with hues ranging from golden browns to mottled greys.
The Beauty of Human Touch in Design
Derringer encapsulated the essence of the event, stating, “There’s something really beautiful about the patina of humans using a space.” This sentiment resonates deeply within the design community, emphasizing how spaces evolve through human interaction.
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