2016 BKLYN DESIGNS Highlights Local Color

by Peter Carey | May 16th, 2016

I love trade shows. Many times, tradeshows are a blender; the mixing of different materials, ideas and design perspectives produces unexpected product combinations and potential ideas that challenge manufacturers and designers alike. When I heard that BKLYN DESIGNS was holding its annual tradeshow of contemporary furniture, lighting, accessories and art in my own backyard of Brooklyn, NY, I knew this would be a combination of function and beauty, right alongside grit and magic. Brooklyn design has its own unique look, and that look is becoming very popular across the country with younger generations.   Founded by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, BKLYN DESIGNS was one of the first trade shows to shine a spotlight on the creative economy in Brooklyn, and helped put many Brooklyn makers and supporters on the map. With thousands of visitors over a three-day weekend in May, BKLYN DESIGNS is one of the most vibrant design …