LIC DESIGN QUARTER | Saturday, May 16th
Three celebrated by-appointment spaces open to the public for the First DESIGN OPEN DOORS!
SATURDAY MAY 16 2026
11:00AM - 2:00PM
Sample House hosts @tangthousand and @waf_audio . @lawtonmull presents new custom designs with their usual curation of treasures. @thesomersethouse features their rotating collection of vintage design spanning eras from around the world. Refreshments will be served....and while you’re in the neighborhood, don’t miss the NOGUCHI museum, MOMA PSI, SculptureCenter, and the countless artists showing their work during LIC Arts Open.
Truly honored to be featured in @archdigestpro ! It was a pleasure to speak with @jortved on the journey of starting this new venture and to share plans of what’s to come for the design community at Sample House. Thank you AD!
Thank you @lilerr and everyone who has supported us along the way.
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Photography by @kristinadittmar
Creating custom lighting for hospitality, gaming, and commercial interiors, @sapphiremanufacturing is known for craftsmanship, precision, and one-of-a-kind designs worldwide.
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All images via @sapphiremanufacturing
More than a material library, Sample House has become a gathering place for New York’s design community, cultivating connection, discovery, and a more thoughtful approach to sourcing. In this conversation, Lostine sits down with founder Michael DeChillo, to discuss craftsmanship, material culture, and the growing interest in timeless, handcrafted design resources.
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Based in Greenpoint, @osoindustries specializes in luxury residential and commercial projects using hand-troweled, precast, and cast-in-place finishes.
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Combining Moroccan craftsmanship with contemporary design, @beni_rugs collaborates with artisans to create custom handmade wool rugs rooted in heritage.
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All images via @beni_rugs
@margrafspa is an Italian stone company, founded in 1906, known for quarrying marble and supplying architectural projects worldwide.
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All images via @margrafspa
We had the pleasure of hosting @tortugaforma to share Andrea’s collection of rare Japanese textiles and highlight the specialized craftsmanship behind these fabrics and paper techniques gathered through her travels across Japan.
Guests experienced Natsuko Saka’s handcrafted, naturally dyed basho-shi made from Okinawan wild banana plant fiber, alongside handwoven ramie with kasuri-dyed threads and traditional mud-dyed silk cloth.
The full collection will remain available to view and specify at Sample House for those who missed the opportunity to discover these remarkable materials and consider them for future projects.
Thank you @arzuorann and @brielledestine for helping bring this event together.
Working with recycled plastic waste, Plasticiet creates Karlite and Mother of Pearl surfaces, transforming discarded material into durable designs with distinctive color and texture.
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All images via @plasticiet
Just Added: Tile & Wood Flooring by @mutinaceramics
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Working with natural clay, @todobarro creates handmade terracotta tiles and elements that highlight texture, variation, and the raw character of earth.
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All images via @todobarro
