ÜBER DIESE EPISODE
Join Fernando Mastrangelo on Design Discord for an in-depth conversation with Ashlee Harrison, powerhouse in collectible design. From helping establish Carpenters Workshop Gallery in the US to launching her own private salon Thirty8East in a historic Upper East Side brownstone, Ashlee brings unparalleled insight into the world of functional sculpture, curation, and cultural storytelling.
Topics include the maturing collectible design market, working with legendary designers, the power of intimacy over scale, fair experiences, and practical advice for collectors and creatives.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
01:01 – State of Collectible Design Today
02:43 – Advisors vs. Interior Designers
03:36 – Joining Carpenters Workshop Young
05:25 – Early Responsibilities & Building the Business
06:35 – Market Expansions to LA, SF & Aspen
09:21 – Defining Collectible vs. Fine Furniture
11:35 – Collaborating with Artists like Campana Brothers & Studio Drift
18:33 – Transition to Thirty8East Salon
20:20 – The Salon Experience: By Appointment, Storytelling & Coffee
29:48 – Value of Design Fairs & Relationships
34:29 – Market Cycles, COVID Impact & Slow Growth
39:56 – Future of Her Career & Excitement Ahead
48:10 – Advice for Young Designers
Perfect for anyone interested in design, art, collecting, or building a meaningful creative career.
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