Behind Closed Doors

Join the ICAA and Ferguson for a reception and panel discussion on the process of collaboration, from inception to installation. During this discussion a panel of experts in the fields of architecture and design will discuss the importance of collaboration when creating indoor spaces. This discussion will be moderated by Nancy Berry, Editor of Northshore Magazine & Ocean Home Magazine and will include Darren Henault, Elizabeth Lawrence, Sarah Magness, & Douglas Wright.

Darren Henault is a sought-after interior designer who has received great acclaim for his ability to create elegant, welcoming interior spaces. The firm has completed large-scale projects from Paris to Palm Beach, Dubai to the Hudson Valley. Henault moves seamlessly between styles from ultra-traditional to contemporary, designing residences that reflect his clients' wishes and his well-honed eye. Henault is committed to working with the best-in-class craftspeople and artisans from around the globe, taking the approach of a couturier, thoughtfully executing every detail to create gracious and luxurious interiors. In 2020 Henault founded Tent New York, a home goods resource offering distinctive and beautiful pieces that are intended to be enjoyed from one generation to the next. Henault studied Interior Design at FIT, and his work has been featured by Architectural Digest, Veranda, Elle Decor, Vanity Fair, New York Magazine, and House Beautiful. He has participated in the prestigious Kips Bay Decorator Show House and Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas.

Elizabeth Lawrence has spent her career working alongside Bunny Williams, designing projects across the country, from Manhattan to Palm Beach to Los Angeles. Since being named Bunny’s only Partner in 2017, which led to the renaming of the firm as Williams Lawrence in 2023, she and Bunny have run the Bunny Williams umbrella of brands together.

Originally from Wilmington, Delaware, Elizabeth attended the University of Richmond and then the New York School of Interior Design. She was honored by The New York School of Interior Design at their annual gala in 2020 and her work has been widely published in The New York Times, Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Veranda, Galerie, House Beautiful,and many others. A few of her current projects include a new country estate, a glamorous New York City townhouse, a Palm Beach getaway and a young family’s apartment overlooking Central Park.

Sarah Magness is the lead architectural designer of Studio Magness. A global residential design firm based in New York City, Studio Magness is known for its strong understanding of classical principles and techniques that apply a vast array of international resources to every one of its projects. Drawing upon Sarah's architectural and landscape background, interior design training, strong project management, extensive resource knowledge and global exposure, each project delivers innovative and elegant design solutions.

Founded in 2009, Studio Magness's mission is simple: Cater to the individual needs of each client with active involvement for the entire design process, from schematics to post- construction. This full-service approach leads to beautiful design experiences that turn houses into homes and reflect the personal aesthetics and dreams of the people who live in them. Sarah's global awareness and work with a wide variety of markets, dealers and resources has also influenced her passion for furniture, lighting, and rug design.

Douglas Wright founded Douglas C. Wright Architects in 2010 and personally directs the architectural work and designs. Throughout his career, he has designed and overseen the administration of a broad range of projects including residential estates and their master plans, vacation homes, apartments, country clubs, developments, and boutique hotels and resorts.

Growing up in a historic home introduced Mr. Wright to fine architecture built for a specific setting. Travel and education nurtured a lifelong interest with subsequent bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Yale and the University of Texas at Austin. Prior to forming Douglas C. Wright Architects, Mr. Wright was a partner at Miller & Wright Architects directing much of that firm’s work, and a principal at Hart Howerton Architects and Planners in New York leading teams on major residential, country club, and boutique hotel projects. Mr. Wright began his career as an architect/designer with the renowned decorating firm Parish-Hadley Associates, and continued with Brian J. McCarthy before pursuing further studies in architecture. He developed his expertise as an associate with Robert A. M. Stern Architects, and worked with Ferguson & Shamamian Architects, B Five Studio, and Davis, Brody, Bond Architects and Planners.

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