As far as design showcases go, Salon Art + Design is unique in its position as the nexus of its dual namesakes: fine art and collectible design. Founded in 2012 by the late Sanford L. Smith, Salon, which opens this Thursday at the Park Avenue Armory in New York City, is now in the hands of executive director Nicky Dessources. Her goal? Expand the fairs mission while upholding Smiths legacy of creativity and passion. I want to continue the atmosphere of warmth and accessibility, Dessources tells ELLE DECOR. Gallerists can essentially bring whatever they want. That freedom is excitingfor them and for the audience, because you never know what you might find.To that end, Dessources inaugurated a Design and Art Advisory Council, including many ELLE DECOR A-List talents: Kelly Behun, Jeremiah Brent, Andre Mellone, and Christine and John Gachot. The fair will also offer dynamic programming like Salon Conversations, a highlight of which is a panel discussion between David Kleinberg, actress Julianne Moore, author and gallerist Evan Lobel, and New YorksBrad Thornton, a dedicated caf space by frenchCALIFORNIA dubbed the Parlor, and a display of miniatures by Studio Giancarlo Valle. I want design to be present in every aspect of the space, says Dessources. It has to function, but I also want it to be creative. From cocktail rings to cocktail tables, here are a few of the most exciting booths well be checking out at the 13th edition of Salon Art + Design. 1Studio Giancarlo Valles Miniatures Courtesy Studio Giancarlo ValleIn addition to a unique entryway design and dedicated caf space, the fair will also host a site-specific miniatures installation that highlights Studio Giancarlo Valles use of dollhouse-like maquettes. I think its really important to see, in terms of understanding an interior designers process, says Dessources. Pieces on view will include a handmade clay sofa, a 3D-printed table, and a detailed model of the dining pavilion for a recently completed villa in St. Barts.2Head-Turning JewelsCourtesy Fernando JorgeWe added jewelry [to our programming] for the first time last year, says Dessources. Its something that weve always wanted to do but werent sure it was the right time. It turned out to be hugely successful. This year will see Brazilian jeweler Fernando Jorge debut his sculptural pieces on the floor, while Elisabetta Cipriani will showcase a collaboration with renowned artist Michele Oka Doner.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below3Sequined Lampshades Angela HauFor the first time this year, the Female Design Council (FDC) has a designated space to highlight women designers of the moment. Organized by founder Lora Appleton, the FDC Member Presentation will showcase eight women from six studios, including Megan Somerville of Materia, who will be showing her studios latest lighting collection, Plateau, which features lampshades comprised of hundreds of handsewn parchment sequins.4Global GalleristsMorgane Lay & Jonny CochraneA number of young galleries will debut at the fair this year, including London-based Crosta Smith, with a booth designed by Martin Brl, and the Brazilian studio Bossa Furniture, which opened a space in Chelsea earlier this year. [Bossa] founder Isabela Milagre is a trailblazer in the industry, says Dessources. Their collection features masterpieces by renowned designers such as Lina Bo Bardi and Sergio Rodrigues, along with contemporary artists like Juliana Vasconcellos.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below5Black Folks in DesignKelly MarshallThe nonprofit network Black Folks in Design, founded by the award-winning interior designer Little Wing Lee, will unveil their its exhibition with Amauri Aguiars collectible design gallery Verso, also making its Salon debut. Entitled Spotlight III, the booth will feature work by artists and designers including Michael Bennet, founder of Studio Ker, as well as Jonas Damon, Asmite, and more. I want the fair to be a space that fosters a diverse range of backgrounds and genres, says Dessources. By creating inclusive spaces and opportunities, we can challenge the status quo and celebrate a wide range of perspectives.6Jeremy Andersons Inventive CeramicsEthan HerringtonLondon-based Gallery FUMI is turning over their entire booth to the ceramic artist Jeremy Anderson, whose debut solo presentation, The Space Inside, will feature table lamps, chandeliers, sconces, and floor lamps made of wheel-thrown components. The emotive lights, outfitted in beads and with new material combinations including blown glass and wood, will be shown alongside a series of Art Nouveauinspired tables.Sean SantiagoDeputy EditorSean Santiago is ELLE Decor's Deputy Editor, covering news, trends and talents in interior design, hospitality, travel, and luxury. He writes the So Courant! column for the magazine and elledecor.com.