Design Center Philadelphia Spring Event, Thursday, May 7th

R.S.V.P.    designcenterphila@gmail.com by Thursday April 30,2026

10:30 AM - The Shade Store presentation with Randy Maslow – 4th Floor Lobby

The Shade Store will showcase its Designer Trade Program, featuring exclusive benefits tailored for industry professionals. Proudly serving as the exclusive window treatment partner of the Kips Bay Show House.

11:00 AM - Benjamin Moore Presentation with Linda Cipriano - 4th Floor Lobby

Benjamin Moore Color Trends 2026 - Fashion and Interiors: Common Threads That Shape Our Spaces

IDCEC 1.0 LU / AIA 1.0 LU

Similarities and connections drawn between fashion and interior design create a compelling narrative that serves as a point of inspiration for Color Trends 2026. Through an analysis of three major design movements of the 20th century – Arts & Crafts, Art Deco, and Mid-Century Modern, correlations between decorative styles and fashion are illustrated, alongside their iconic color palettes. 

Two registration options; 1. CEU Registration or 2.  https://www.ceuevents.com/benjamin_moore/20260507

12:00 Noon - Design Center Philadelphia provided lunch – 3rd Floor Lobby

1:30 PM - Speaker panel with Naomi Stein of Design Manifest Interiors, Khary Sharpe and Matt Smith from iHeart Media - 4th Floor Lobby

Discover what’s actually working in today’s fast-moving digital landscape. This panel brings together industry voices to break down proven social media and marketing strategies, from content creation to audience growth and brand authenticity.

Naomi Stein - Design Manifest Interiors

Naomi Stein is the CEO and Creative Director of Design Manifest, a luxury residential interior design firm based in South Philadelphia. Naomi spent 12 years working alongside her father, Andrew, in his luxury kitchen & bath construction firm, where she managed the office and created a new marketing plan for the company. Upon his retirement, Naomi launched the full-service interior design firm, Design Manifest LLC. Naomi's popular design blog "Design Manifest" was a staple in the early 2010s, exploring Naomi's love of bold colors, exuberant prints, and diverse interiors. Her background in marketing, unique design eye, and singular personality have helped Design Manifest grow into the firm it is today.

Khary Sharpe and Matt Smith from iHeart Media

Khary Sharpe, Vice President of Digital Sales at iHeart Media is an experienced marketing specialist with a demonstrated history of working in traditional and non traditional advertising industries. Skilled in creating B2B and B2C marketing and advertising solutions. Strong marketing professional with an undergraduate degree from Duke University, Associate's degree focused in Website Design and Development from Art Institute of Philadelphia and more than 13 years of experience in putting these skills into action.

Matt Smith, Account Executive for iHeart Media has spent 26 years as a media and marketing professional.  He has a significant and diverse track record of helping people, companies and organizations exceed sales goals and/or achieve other operational goals and targets. A multiple award winner with national industry recognition, team leadership, managerial performance, sales performance, civic recognition and volunteer service.