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Nashville Design Week, a highly-curated calendar of interdisciplinary programs and events hosted by Nashville creatives to engage designers and design enthusiasts from Middle Tennessee and beyond, held their annual Calendar Launch party at at Nelson's Green Brier Distillery.
The calendar was unveiled while guests mixed and mingled and snacked on small bites and drinks.
The annual festival will take place between October 30 and November 3. The calendar consists of 19 events, a mix of panel discussions, workshops, presentations and networking events showcasing designers across industries, from architecture and interiors to culinary, experiential, and graphic design.
“This year's calendar of events showcases the breadth of design talent and creativity we have in Nashville. From working with your hands, hearing from local leaders, or experiencing immersive showcases, there's something for everyone,” says Shanese Brown, Nashville Design Week co-director of programming. “The thoughtfulness we have seen from event hosts is leveling us up.”
Nashville Design Week 2023 Calendar:
Monday, October 30
- Design for Compassion: Nurturing the Inner Creative | Workshop hosted by Lauren Bailey-Madden to include a guided sound meditation led by instructor Lauren Jones Paul and a panel discussion with Derek Britton, Damarea Watts, and Andrés Bustamante about how personal well-being, empathy, and creativity intertwine. $20 per ticket
8:30-10 a.m., Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson St.
- Design for Daydreams | Workshop led by Rhendi Greenwell and Jonathan Richter with "airplay stations" projecting different design apps, including LiveHome3D, MS Paint, VR headsets and more. $10 per ticket
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.,Track One, 1201 4th Ave S.
- Design for Reuse | Workshop hosted by Steve Roche of Make Nashville where participants will repurpose a pile of parts to make their own desk lamp. $30 per ticket
5-6:30 p.m., Make Nashville, 620B Davidson St.
- Design for Identity | Multidimensional body art fashion show hosted by Ania Diallo with John Blackwell and Kamilah Sanders. $25 per ticket
7:30-9 p.m., Aero Build, 1015 W Kirkland, Suite 421
Tuesday, October 31
- Design for the Life Cycle | Lecture on interior design projects that were created during different stages of a client’s life with sensitivity and collaboration, from new beginnings after loss and life's unexpected events to designing for who we might grow into. Hosted by Barbara Vail (Barbara Vail Design) with Julie Sellers (Ellevated Outcomes) and Elizabeth Williams (New Hat). $11 per ticket
8:30-10 a.m., |Venue TBA
- Design for a New Era of Film | Panel discussion hosted by Will Thomas of Fantastic Voyage with panelists Tanner Grandstaff, Ryan Berkey, Kali Bailey and Justin Wylie about today’s technology’s impact on filmmaking, including virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence and unreal engine. $20 per ticket
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.,Arc Studios, 11 Willow Street #2
Wednesday, November 1
- Design for Play | Thought-experiment activity where groups will compete to solve a design challenge. Hosted by Gresham Smith. Judges: Marcus Brooks (Carlton Edwards), Jessica Dauphin (Transit Alliance), Catherine Price (Cumberland River Compact) and Joshua Bennett/Susan Tinney (Tinney Contemporary). $20 per ticket
8-10 a.m., Old School Farm Pottery, 512 Rep. John Lewis Way S.
- Design for Listening | Panel discussion about how to design, start and maintain a successful podcast in a world where AI is on the rise. Hosted by Grace Fuisz with Jessica Grande, Clark Buckner and Faith McQuinn. $10 per ticket
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Nashville Entrepreneur Center, 41 Peabody St.
- Design for the Long Game | Panel discussion about Nashville's growth and design hosted by Emmanuel LeGrair with Savannah Yarborough (Savas), Ethan Summers (Oil / Lumber), Don Hardin (Don Hardin Group), Derrick Moore (Slim and Husky's), Cameron Weiss (Weiss Watch Company), Nick Dryden (Dryden Architecture) and Q Taylor (8th and Roast/Sinema/Bodega). $25 per ticket
5-6:30 p.m., Dunn Studio, 2100 Dunn Ave.
- Design for Neighborhood Identity | Immersive walking tour of Wedgewood-Houston led by Tim Delger (Studio Delger) joined by some of the creative directors, fabricators, and developers behind local art installations. The group will mix and mingle over drinks at Dicey's Pizza and Tavern at the end of the tour. $15 per person
6-7:30 p.m., tour will depart from T3 Wedgewood-Houston, 1234 Martin St.
- Design for the Black Culinary Experience | Dinner and conversation with Black culinary professionals about the Black presence in the culinary industry. Hosted by Brian & Cassia Garrett (HUE) with Marcus Buggs (Coneheads and Plane Jane), Chef Star Maye (Food Network Chopped Champion), Tiffany & Clifton Hancock (The Southern V), Chef, Karen Thomas (The Pepper Pott) and Chef Jerod Wilcher. $40 per ticket
7-9:30 p.m., Hardison House, 1010 Hardison St.
Thursday, November 2
- Design for Sustainability: Future-Proofing Nashville’s Development | Panel discussion (over mimosas and coffee) about future-proofing Nashville with socially responsible and investment-friendly buildings. Hosted by Robert Looper (City Now Next) with panelists Katie Rudowsky Garrett (Kiser + Vogrin Design), Sheila Dial Barton (EOA Architects), Kaitlin Dastugue (Civic Design Center) and Jeff Furman (Northwood Ravin). $20 per ticket benefiting Greenways for Nashville
8:30-10 a.m., Hensel Phelps, 1131 4th Ave S #430
- Design for Unity | Panel discussion exploring the pros and cons of Nashville’s growth on creatives and how the design community can unite to capitalize on it. Hosted by Hannah Vaughn (Mane Impact) with panelists Fabian Bedne (Mayor’s Office community development manager), Nicole Brandt Minyard (Daybreak Arts), Eric Capehart (Mayor’s Office of Community Safety) and Jill McMillian Palm (Arts & Business Council of Greater Nashville). $10 per ticket
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Old School Farm Pottery, 512 Rep. John Lewis Way South
- Design for Impact — the intersection of art, design, & text | Panel discussion and exhibit exploring the importance of text and type in poster design, graphic design, installation and visual art. Hosted by Beth Reitmeyer (visual artist) with panelists Patrick Vincent (associate professor of printmaking at Austin Peay State University), Natalie Tyree (artist and associate professor of graphic design at Western Kentucky University), Danielle Myers (hand-lettering artist) and Taylor Walton (artist). $15 per ticket
5-6:30 p.m. | COOP Gallery, 507 Hagan St.
- Design for Dance | A movement-based light installation and performance featuring choreography by Banning Boulding, a Juilliard-graduate, choreographer and founding artistic director of New Dialect. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early and stay after the performance for drinks and casual conversation. Ticket price TBA
7-9:30 p.m., Soho House Nashville, 500 Houston St.
- Design for Intimacy |An immersive film screening and poetic installation exploring sexuality, intimacy, and connection through the experiences of Black and Brown artists with connections to the American South. A brief conversation moderated by Ristina Gooden with panelists Tyquan Morton, Eugene Johnson, Mariah Seales, Jakia Propst and Joseph Patrick to follow. Hosted by The Sacral Project. $20 per ticket
7-9:30 p.m., The Backlot Studio, 1015 W Kirkland Ave #301
Friday, November 3
- Design for Online Visibility | Workshop hosted by Jaki Capozzoli (Jak Digital) exploring the top platforms for creating a website and integrations for each. Following the introduction, the host will deliver a step-by-step guide on how to build a solid foundation for growth. All attendees will receive a free day pass to work from Eleven Willow for the rest of the day. Free
8:30-10 a.m., Eleven Willow, 11 Willow St.
- Design for Artificial Creativity: Does MidJourney Dream of Electric Sheep? | Lunch workshop featuring an interactive design session and panel discussion about artificial intelligence’s revolutionary impact on design. Hosted by Kate O’Neil and Joseph Platt (HASTINGS) with panelists to be announced. $10/ticket, lunch provided
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., The Athenaeum at 221 Polk Ave.
- Design for Design Week | Nashville Design Week closing party, community art showcase and panel discussion with Nashville Design Week brand partners past and present: Rex Runyeon (2022 & 2023), Lindsey Laseter (2020 & 2021) and Elizabeth Williams (2018 & 2019). $25 per ticket
7-9:30 p.m., Vū Nashville, 6735 Centennial Blvd.