WWW.ARCHITECTURALDIGEST.COM
A Legal Win for Jean Royres Estate, Kravet Announces a Majority Investor, and More News
From significant business changes to noteworthy product launches, theres always something new happening in the world of design. In this biweekly roundup, AD PRO has everything you need to know.In the NewsA pivotal legal win for Jean Royres estateA sofa from the Ours Polaire (Polar Bear) collection, which is now are now officially trademarks of Jean Royre SAS.Photo: Delphine ChanetIn 2022, the Estate of Jean Royre and Jean Royre SAS, which honors and faithfully reproduces the 20th-century French talents furniture designs, filed a lawsuit against designer Denis de la Msire and his atelier, Edition Modern, alleging that the studio had been manufacturing and selling unauthorized replicas of more than 50 original Royre designs. Recently the court ruled in favor of the Estate and Jean Royre SAS, validating claims of trademark and copyright infringement and unfair competition. The defendants have paid an undisclosed sum as compensation, ceased using the Royre name, and permanently terminated all sales of the illegitimate products. The victory protects the Royre oeuvre for generations to comeand underscores the importance of provenance and authenticity in the industry.AD PRO Hearsthat Dunes Point Capital has acquired a majority interest in trade furniture and textiles company Kravet Inc. for an undisclosed amount. The Kravet family, which is now in its fifth generation of leadership since the textile houses founding in 1918, announced they will continue to lead the corporate operations and maintain a significant ownership position.Design HappeningsDollhouses go designer at the third annual La Petite Maison GalaOn December 4, Houston design aficionados flocked to Hotel ZaZa in the citys Museum District for the aprs-ski-themed La Petite Maison Gala. Founded by local designer Alexandra Killion, the buzzy benefit tasks Texas-based architects, designers, and builders to construct fantastical dollhouses, which are then auctioned off to support a local nonprofit. This year, the miniature marvels by Jennifer Barron Interiors, Courtney Barton, Elizabeth Garrett Interiors, Amy Kummer Interiors, Kristen Leigh Studio, Jean Liu Design, Wills Design Associates, and AD PRO Directorys Avery Cox Design garnered $213,000 for Family Houston, which provides counseling and employment coaching. Structurally crafted by Reagan & Andr Architecture Studio and Alair Homes Houston, the miniature forms spanned aesthetics: Barrons Southern Georgianstyle abode flashed a teeny delft tile fireplace, while Coxs Art Deco meets Greco Roman villa was coated in jewel tones.AD PRO Hears
0 Comments 0 Shares 14 Views