Event Archives | 2026

Keynote Luncheon: Annie meyers-shyer

A conversation with celebrated designer and creative storyteller Annie Meyers-Shyer, moderated by Steele Marcoux.

Annie Meyers-Shyer, Design Matters’ 2026 keynote speaker, is an interior designer and creative voice best known for This Oak House, where she shares her passion for timeless interiors, thoughtful renovations, and the beauty of creating a home filled with character and personal meaning. Through her popular Instagram account, Annie has inspired a devoted following with her distinctive approach to design, blending traditional elegance with fresh, approachable style. Her recently released book, This Oak House, offers an intimate look at her design journey and celebrates the art of creating a home that feels both beautiful and deeply personal. We were delighted to welcome Annie as our keynote speaker on October 8, 2026, where she shared her creative inspiration and design philosophy with guests of the Design Matters series benefiting UNC Children’s Hospital Comprehensive Pediatric Rehabilitation Program.

Design Day: young huh & christopher spitzmiller

A conversation between acclaimed interior designer Young Huh and celebrated ceramic artist Christopher Spitzmiller, moderated by Steele Marcoux.

Young Huh and Christopher Spitzmiller, Design Matters’ 2026 featured Design Day speakers, are two celebrated talents known for their distinctive contributions to the world of interiors and decorative arts. Young, a nationally recognized interior designer, is admired for her sophisticated use of color, pattern, and texture, creating timeless spaces that balance traditional elegance with modern sensibility. Christopher, a renowned ceramic artist and designer, is celebrated for his iconic handcrafted lamps and vibrant pottery, which have become beloved accents in some of the country's most beautiful homes. Together, they shared their creative inspirations, perspectives on design, and appreciation for the artistry that makes a home truly special.

As part of Design Day, guests also enjoyed an engaging lifestyle presentation from Jane Scott Hodges, founder of the luxury linen brand Leontine Linens, who shared her passion for gracious living, personalized details, and the art of entertaining. The day was further elevated by a beautiful floral demonstration from Laura Dowling, renowned floral designer and former Chief Floral Designer at the White House, whose artistry and creative approach to floral design offered guests inspiration to bring home. We were delighted to welcome these talented speakers.