On Nov. 4, Casa Valle on Lispenard Street was more than a venue — it was a playground for some of the biggest names in art and design, setting the tone for what’s sure to be a landmark year for the 13th edition of Salon Art + Design.
Under the careful curation of hosts Giancarlo Valle and Jane Keltner de Valle, the space transformed into a haven of elegance, where champagne flowed, caviar was plentiful, and the night sparkled with energy.
The guest list was an A-list lineup of cultural visionaries and tastemakers. Michele Oka Doner mingled with tech genius Stewart Butterfield, while Jen Rubio and Julie Hillman exchanged thoughts on design with culinary sensation Andy Baraghani. Across the room, jewelry designer Fernando Jorge and style icons like Zani Gugelmann, Paul Arnhold, and Wes Gordon added their own dynamic presence to the scene.
Lady Liliana Cavendish and Suchi Reddy brought their unique insights, while design icons Nate Berkus, Jeremiah Brent, and Nicole Hollis conversed with art world mavens like Marina Larroude and Helen Schifter.
As Casa Valle’s walls hummed with creativity, the evening evolved beyond just a celebration—it was a declaration of the powerful fusion of art and design. It was in this sophisticated setting that Executive Director Nicky Dessources officially toasted to the Salon’s 13th Edition, gathering the likes of Anthony Ingrao, Robert Couturier, Guillaume Kientz, Amy Hau, Guillaume Coutheillas, and Adam Charlap Hyman. For a few glittering hours, this elegant loft held the energy of New York’s art and design worlds at their absolute best, united in purpose and passion.
The Fair Begins: Salon Art + Design at the Park Avenue Armory
On Nov. 8, Salon Art + Design officially opens to the public at the Park Avenue Armory, with all the prestige and grandeur hinted at during the Casa Valle affair.
Running through Monday, Nov. 11, this year’s fair is a celebration of art and design’s evolving conversation, with over 50 international exhibitors showcasing everything from historical masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary works.
The 2024 edition of Salon Art + Design brings together globally recognized galleries, including new participants such as Galerie Anne Jacquemin Sablon, Bossa, and Ippodo Gallery, alongside returning powerhouses like David Gill Gallery, Donzella Ltd., Maison Gerard, and Galerie Chastel-Maréchal.
Visitors can expect an array of installations, from surreal furniture pieces and rare design objects to groundbreaking fine art displays, setting a new standard for design fairs.
The fair’s opening hours will feature special installations and exclusive programs, including an inaugural Art & Design Advisory Council led by respected figures like Andre Mellone, Allan Schwartzman, and Kim Heirston, alongside influential committee members such as Julianne Moore and Evan Lobel.
For an added layer of cultural philanthropy, the Dia Art Foundation is holding a benefit hour to support its mission.
Salon Art + Design is, as always, more than an exhibition—it’s a dialogue, a fusion of aesthetic visions, and a reminder of how integral art and design are to our daily lives. Whether you’re an avid collector, a curious observer, or simply someone who revels in beauty, the Park Avenue Armory is the place to be this weekend, where each piece on display offers a window into the very soul of contemporary art and design.
