Event Archives: 2025
Keynote Luncheon: Peter Dunham
A conversation between renowned interior designer Peter Dunham, moderated by Tori Mellott.
Peter Dunham, Design Matters’ 2025 keynote speaker, is an internationally recognized interior and textile designer, and author known for his richly layered, globally inspired aesthetic. Raised in France and educated in England and Paris, Peter founded his Los Angeles–based design firm in 1998 and later launched his celebrated fabric and wallpaper line, now carried in showrooms worldwide. His retail destination, Hollywood at Home, has become a cornerstone of the LA design community. Peter’s work—often described as “restraint with a kick”—has been featured in Architectural Digest, ELLE Decor, House Beautiful, Veranda, and The Wall Street Journal, among others. His latest book was highlighted during the program and shared with luncheon guests, as we were honored to welcome him as a featured speaker in the Design Matters series benefiting UNC Children’s Hospital Comprehensive Pediatric Rehabilitation Program.
Lifestyle Lecture & Design Day: Sophie Newbold
A conversation with Sophie Newbold, moderated by Tori Mellott.
Sophie Newbold, Design Matters 2025 lifestyle lecture and design day speaker, is the Chief Creative Officer of Tuckernuck, where she has played a defining role in shaping the brand’s distinct visual identity since its founding. Born and raised in the U.S. Virgin Islands and educated at the University of Pennsylvania, Sophie began her career as Tuckernuck’s founding Creative Director, bringing a hands-on approach to everything from photography and styling to brand storytelling. Today, she leads the company’s creative vision. We were delighted to welcome Sophie as a featured speaker in the Design Matters series.
‘Set the Table’
Our Set the Table event was a thoughtfully curated afternoon celebrating the intersection of design, art, and community.
Local interior designers partnered with artists from across North Carolina to create one-of-a-kind tablescapes, each telling a distinct visual story through original artwork, layered place settings, and imaginative styling. Guests mingled over champagne while experiencing these displays up close, blurring the line between functional design and artistic expression. The event was further elevated by our gracious keynote speaker, who engaged attendees with reflections on gathering and hospitality before signing copies of her debut book, A Loving Table. As the second installment in the Design Matters inaugural series, Set the Table continued to build momentum around meaningful design conversations and creative collaboration within the region.
