Where art, fashion, and design converge — this year’s Fall Market brought the theme Visionary Spaces to life through a dynamic, day-long experience celebrating the future of design. Designers, architects, artists, developers, real estate experts, and members of the South Florida creative community gathered at DCOTA for a lineup of keynotes, showroom activations, product launches, and unforgettable moments of inspiration.
From insightful conversations to hands-on color exploration and a vibrant closing celebration, Fall Market 2025 showcased the talent and innovation shaping design today and tomorrow.
A Morning of Creative Vision: Rebecca Minkoff Takes the Stage
The day opened with “The Power of Vision — A Conversation with Rebecca Minkoff,” an intimate keynote featuring celebrated fashion designer, entrepreneur, and author Rebecca Minkoff in dialogue with interior design media host Alena Capra.
The duo explored the inspirations and influences behind Rebecca’s evolution from emerging designer to global lifestyle brand. Attendees gained rare insight into the experiences, values, and creative philosophies that continue to fuel her work across fashion, interiors, and entrepreneurship, including a peek into some of the stories shared in her recent book, “Fearless.”
After the keynote, guests joined Rebecca at Scavolini for a special book signing and reception, continuing the conversation over light bites and mingling with fellow industry leaders.
Spotlighting Palm Beach Style: The New Language of Regional Design
In the afternoon, attention shifted north with “Beyond the Gates: The New Language of Palm Beach Design.”
This panel brought together:
- Krystian von Speidel, Palm Beach Post Editor
- Kristin Kellogg, Architect
- Billy Ceglia, Interior Designer
- Blake Gill, Developer
Together, they examined the distinct aesthetic identities emerging across Palm Beach, from architectural tradition to refined interiors and luxury development. Their conversation highlighted how thoughtful design, regional nuance, and evolving lifestyles are shaping the next generation of Palm Beach spaces.
Design, Development & Hospitality: Building the Future of South Florida
The final keynote, “Building Culture: Intersection of Design, Development, & Hospitality,” united leaders across the South Florida landscape:
- Jordan Karp, Principal, Jordan Karp LLC
- Aaron Abramoff, President & Partner, The Restaurant People
- Moderated by Charlotte Trattner, Managing Editor, Ocean Drive
Their discussion unpacked the powerful interplay of architecture, development, hospitality, and community impact across the region. From adaptive reuse to waterfront planning to the future of cultural destinations, the panel emphasized collaboration as the key to thoughtful, sustainable growth.
Quick Talks: Lessons, Innovation, and the Future of Color
Fall Market’s Quick Talks series offered practical takeaways and candid storytelling from industry professionals.
Design Disasters & Lessons Learned: Navigating the Pitfalls of Projects
Interior designers Anel De Castro and Laetitia Laurent, moderated by freelance journalist Erica Corsano, shared real-world challenges from missteps to unforeseen setbacks — and the lessons that ultimately strengthened their work. The session offered actionable strategies and fresh perspectives for avoiding common pitfalls and was held inside the Wired Custom Lighting showroom.
The Future of Color: Trends Shaping Residential Design
Led by Ruenna Villaflores-Diaz of Sherwin-Williams inside the Crestron showroom, this session explored the palettes set to define 2026 and beyond. Frosted tints, restorative darks, sunbaked hues, and complex neutrals took center stage as Ruenna unpacked the science, mood, and inspiration behind next year’s emerging color stories.
Showroom Moments: Product Launches, New Collections & Book Events
Throughout the Design Center, showrooms came alive with open houses, new product debuts, curated vignettes, and immersive experiences.
Guests enjoyed:
- Sneak peeks at 2026 collections
- Launches of new lines and designer collaborations
- A special breakfast & book event with photographer Marcelo Aniello celebrating Modern Escapes: Miami, spotlighting Miami’s modernism, neighborhoods, and cultural energy
Across the center, designers and industry professionals connected over craftsmanship, innovation, and the latest trends shaping interiors.
A Toast to Creativity: The Closing Cocktail Celebration
The day concluded with a lively cocktail celebration in Atrium C, where the community gathered to celebrate another successful Fall Market. Specialty cocktails, light bites, and vibrant conversation set the tone as attendees reflected on the day’s insights and looked ahead to the future of design.
The closing event honored what makes DCOTA special — a place where designers, makers, brands, and visionaries come together to shape the spaces that inspire us all.
Looking Ahead
Fall Market 2025 was a testament to the power of shared ideas, bold creativity, and the vibrant spirit of South Florida’s design community. As we continue into the year, DCOTA will share more insights, takeaways, designer features, and showroom highlights inspired by the conversations that took place.
Thank you to all the designers, speakers, partners, and guests who made this year’s Fall Market truly unforgettable.
Stay tuned for upcoming events, educational programs, and new opportunities to engage with the design community at DCOTA.
