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Art Trend: Thread Up
A textural feast of natural fibers, mixed media, and impeccable craftsmanship. Our curation and creative teams are keen on artwork trends near and far, and this month’s trend report brings us art that’s as cozy as it is beautiful. As the winter months settle in, enjoy this collection of embroidery and textile art by…
Art Lab in November: Art Odyssey
Explore this month’s Art Odyssey: deep jewel tones and rhythmic patterns mingle with antique inspiration in this month’s Art Lab collection. View the entire November collection on Art Lab.
Art in Focus: Luminous Menagerie
At BDNY this weekend, we’re excited to introduce you to our Luminous Menagerie, created by artist Malia Landis in collaboration with our Curation team. Kalisher worked with ceramicist Malia Landis on “Luminous Menagerie,” a display of lavishly esoteric insects in cloches reminiscent of Victorian Era decor. Tarkett Hospitality’s booth, themed around their Dark Academia…
Trend Report: High Point Market Trends
Creative Director Dawn Renner distills trends from this year’s High Point Market! With Dawn’s eagle eyes and a thoughtful overview of trends from a variety of perspectives, this month’s trend report four different categories: Form Palette Material Function Forms were front row in many showrooms at the Market, curvilinear lines and organic shapes…
Art Lab in October: Southwestern Sunset
The warm palettes in this work by our Studio Artists have undertones of nostalgia and slow days in nature. Peruse thematic artwork and build collaborative boards on Art Lab! View the entire October collection on Art Lab.
Art in Focus: Swirling Ceramics at Loews Coral Gables
Inspired by the sweeping path of a dance, hundreds of hand-crafted porcelain forms by artist Jennifer Prichard welcome guests to the Loews Coral Gables Hotel. Our expert Art Curation team worked with the artist to create this energetic installation. Jennifer Prichard’s refined, organic porcelain forms are much sought after for hospitality, commercial, and…
Art Trend: A Moment Unstuck In Time
This art moment focuses on a curated show at Pasaquan that pairs contemporary artists within the immersive estate. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Pasaquan is best described as an art environment. Its creator, St. EOM (aka Eddie Owens Martin), began his project in 1957 and worked on the expansive creations on…
Art Swagger 2023 is Around the Corner!
Art Swagger 2023 takes place this year on October 5th! We’ve partnered with Art Swagger to connect a plethora of Los Angeles-local design firms with artists we love. Each design firm will be hosting an artist’s pop up gallery in their offices as event goers “swagger” to and fro throughout the walkable district, taking in…
Art Lab in September: Last Days of Summer
Dusky colors and hand-drawn linework make this month’s collection perfect for the last days of summer. Peruse thematic artwork and build your own autumn-themed boards on Art Lab! View the entire September collection on Art Lab.
Art in Focus: AC Hotel Dayton Nods to History
When designers at Meyers + Associates said they were interested in illustrating history through AC Hotel Dayton’s art collection, our expert Curators and Art Consultants sprang to action, creating a cohesive, inspired collection of work by a blend of artists. Artist Heather Delisle works in ceramics, creating unique installations in arrays of shadow and…
Art Trend: Steps Ahead
Shoes! OMG shoes! This month’s “Steps Ahead” collection is inspired by California-based artist Jen Stark’s recent collaboration with athletic shoe giant SKECHERS. While Stark isn’t the first artist whose designs will grace the feet of the masses, she does follow some legendary pairings like Damien Hirst & Vans, Keith Haring & Converse, and Nike…
Collections to Inspire: Art Lab in August
Enjoy perusing these picks of August art inspired by summer travels – a conceptual Travel Log! These nostalgic pieces created by our studio artists inspire a sense of wanderlust and recall hazy memories of vacations past. See the full August collection on Art Lab. View the entire August collection on Art Lab.
Curated Collection: Lunar Legacy
Our eagle-eyed Curators have been around the galaxy, perusing art near and far. From infinity and beyond, this “Lunar Legacy” collection is inspired by the multimedia creative arts archive that will be heading to space this week. The art archive is set to jet to the moon as part of a permanent installation that…
Art in Focus: Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Our talented Art Curation team worked on this incredible collection at Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront. From pale blue waves to crystalline white foam, the colors at this hotel exude a sense of serenity. The trend toward Biophilic Design we discussed a few posts back is still going strong! The art collection at Sheraton Virginia…
Art Lab in July
Indulge in this summery selection of florals fresh from our in-house Studio Artists’ palettes. Peruse the full July collection below and on Art Lab! View the entire July collection on Art Lab.
Art in Focus: Summer Splash!
This month’s “Summer Splash” collection is a happy reminder of all things sun and fun. Our Curation Team gathered this June grouping of art that relishes in rich warm tones against cool blues and spring greens, reminiscent of everything that’s great about these long summer days. These pieces reflect an intensity of color and movement…
The Eddy Hotel in Tucson, AZ
The Hilton Tapestry Collection adds The Eddy Hotel in Tucson. The hotel’s desert surroundings are reflected in a tasteful collection of custom art from Kalisher Studio Artists. Gallery walls are artful additions to the hotel’s guest rooms, with historic photographs juxtaposed next to expressive, colorful abstract works. Public spaces received a similar treatment, with…
Art Lab in June
Expressive, lively landscape sketches and a selection of new dimensional mockups are among the treats in this month’s Art Lab collection straight from our Studio Artists. Enjoy the whole collection on Art Lab! View the entire June collection on Art Lab. ART IS LOVE®
Designing for Hybrid Work: Sheraton Reston
In an interview with David Tracz, partner at design firm Studio3877, Inspire Design asks questions about the new normal of hybrid working and how hotels are adapting their design to accommodate. In line with a trend we’ve seen consistently for the last few years, hotels have been moving towards residential-style designs. This often means…
Spring Fair Finds & Trends: Pt 1
April and May were busy months for Art Fairs all around – from Dallas to New York, our teams have gathered the latest trends in fine art. In Part 1, we explore examples of trends Female Focused Art and Portraits & Figurative Work. Before we dive in, a bit more about the myriad Art…
Spring Fair Finds & Trends: Part 2
April and May were busy months for Art Fairs all around – from Dallas to New York, our teams have gathered the latest trends in fine art. In Part 1, we explored examples of trends Female Focused Art and Portraits & Figurative Work. Here in Part 2, we’re looking at trends Bold, Bright, & Brushy…
Project Update: Loews Coral Gables
Loews Coral Gables in Miami’s business district The Plaza Coral Gables publishes new photos! Kalisher Studio Artists developed these textural sea blue pieces in the suites at Loews Coral Gables in Florida. Framed in blonde wood, the prints tie together a room designed for relaxation. More subdued artwork in a palette of dusky neutrals…
A Tour of the JLG Designer Showhouse
When we saw that the Junior League of Greensboro’s Designer Showhouse was open for tours, we knew we had to go visit! This historic 1940’s home situated in a neighborhood full of gorgeous old trees and stately architecture got a glow-up when 19 design firms went all in on the re-design of each space…
Art Lab in May
We’re loving the blend of clever collages and hand painted pieces in this month’s Art Lab collection from our Studio Artists. Enjoy the whole collection on Art Lab! View the entire May collection on Art Lab.
Art Inspiration: The Met Gala
This year’s Met Gala theme was in honor of the late fashion and creative visionary Karl Lagerfeld. Lagerfeld was known for his signature black and white clothes, starched collars, sunglasses and long white hair. Read on to see our picks from the Kalisher studio collection on Art Lab inspired by our favorite interpretations of…
April Trends from High Point Market
This month’s trend highlights are from the High Point Market show in High Point. From art to tabletop decor, our team perused a plethora of displays to distill visual trends we’re seeing in interior design markets. We love taking inspiration from all things large and small at shows like these. The art is in…
Kalisher Goes to EXPO Chicago!
Senior Curator Brooke Dinda perused the paintings (and all kinds of other wonderful art) at EXPO Chicago last week. In line with other fine art trends we’ve been on the lookout for like Fully Saturated, the art on parade at EXPO Chicago was punchy, bright, and thought provoking. Take a look at some of…
Art Lab in April
Colorful washes, vibrant patterns, and locally inspired art compose this month’s collection of art hot off the press from our Studio Artists. Enjoy the whole collection on Art Lab!
Kalisher at Frieze: Favorite Finds
This month’s trend highlights hail from the Frieze Los Angeles Art Fair. Art Consultant Claire Kloss and Head of Sales Lisa Eddy walked the show to bring you their favorite art finds. We explored art trends seen at Frieze Art Fair and shared Claire and Lisa’s votes for Best Booth at the Frieze Los…
Kalisher at Frieze: Trend Watch
This month’s trend highlights hail from the Frieze Los Angeles Art Fair. Art Consultant Claire Kloss and Head of Sales Lisa Eddy walked the show to bring you their favorite art finds. This collection explores the latest art trends and celebrates the work of contemporary artists. Our favorite trends seen at the Frieze Los…
Kalisher at Frieze: Best Booths
This month’s trend highlights hail from the Frieze Los Angeles Art Fair. Art Consultant Claire Kloss and Head of Sales Lisa Eddy walked the show to bring you their favorite art finds. We explored art trends seen at Frieze Art Fair here. This round of visual treats is a selection of Claire and Lisa’s…
Art Trends: FULLY SATURATED
We’re diving a little further into current hospitality art trends this month – this week, we’re looking at the FULL SATURATION trend. Check out the rest of our explorations on themes on the blog. In a complete 180 from our post last week about the serene, pastel and neutral hues of the Wellness trend,…
Art Trends: WELLNESS
We’re diving a little further into current hospitality art trends this month – this week, we’re looking at the WELLNESS trend. Check out the rest of our explorations on themes on the blog. Often hand-in-hand with the Biophilia trend we discussed on the blog last week, one of the most well-recognized trends in the…
Art Trends: BIOPHILIA
We’re diving a little further into current hospitality art trends this month – this week, we’re looking at the BIOPHILIA trend. Check out the rest of our explorations on themes on the blog. The color green is nature’s neutral – embrace the serenity. While this trend is not new, its got staying power as…
IL MIO: A RESIDENTIAL CONCEPT PROJECT, Part 6
This is the last part of an ongoing series featuring the works of our in-house Studio Artists. This series was focused on a “spring” theme in a Residential Concept Project. Interested in more? Here are parts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of our Concept Project series. The Concept Project is an annual initiative with…
Art Lab in March
We love the play of light and shadow and vibrant color palettes for this month’s collection of original art by our Studio Artists. See the whole March collection here!
IL MIO: A RESIDENTIAL CONCEPT, Part 5
This is part 5 of an ongoing series featuring the works of our in-house Studio Artists. This series was focused on a “spring” theme in a Residential Concept. Interested in more? Here are parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 of our Concept Project series. The Concept Project is an annual initiative with our Studio Artist…
Art Trends: THEMATIC
Throughout the next month, we’ll explore current art trends in depth. The first one is THEMATIC – collections designed around a theme. Find the rest of our explorations on themes on the blog. While thematic focuses have always played a role in design narratives, they are now taking center stage as a way to…
Art Lab in February
Spring is right around the corner! These original new pieces from our Studio Artists are a breath of fresh air. See the full collection of February New Art here.
IL MIO, A RESIDENTIAL CONCEPT, Part 4
This is part 4 of an ongoing series featuring the works of our in-house Studio Artists. This series was focused on a “spring” theme in a Residential Concept. Interested in more? Here are parts 1, 2, and 3 of our Concept Project series. The Concept Project is an annual initiative with our Studio Artist team…
IL MIO, A RESIDENTIAL CONCEPT, Part 3
This is part 3 of an ongoing residential concept series featuring the works of our in-house Studio Artists. Interested in more? Here are parts 1 and 2. The Concept Project is an annual initiative with our Studio Artist team to create independently driven work throughout the year. Studio Artists created concept collections with a variety…
Art Trends: Tech Assist
This month’s collection explores artist relationships with technology. The relationship between art and technology is all abuzz as of late, and this month’s Art Trends report dives right into the fray. Feast your eyes and bend your brain with this curated collection of art that explores technologies as artistic tools – read the full…
Art Lab in January
We’re ringing in the new year with our January Art Lab, focused on ethereal architectural drawings and verdant spring textures – see the full collection of brand-new pieces straight from our Studio Artists here.
IL MIO: A RESIDENTIAL CONCEPT, Part 2
This is part 2 of an ongoing series featuring the works of our in-house Studio Artists. See part 1 here. The Concept Project is an annual initiative with our Studio Artist team to create independently driven work throughout the year. Studio Artists created concept collections with a variety of properties in mind, all with…
IL MIO: A RESIDENTIAL CONCEPT, Part 1
This is part 1 of an ongoing series featuring the works of our in-house Studio Artists. The Concept Project is an annual initiative with our Studio Artist team to create independently driven work throughout the year. Studio Artists created concept collections with a variety of properties in mind, all with a “Spring” theme –…
Best of 2022 – Kalisher Studio Originals
With a fresh new year around the corner, we look back at our favorite creations from the Studio Artist team in 2022. See our favorite installed art pieces in this post. The Kalisher team knocked it out of the park in 2022 – whether it was the Kalisher Curation team working with commissioned artists…
Best of 2022 – Installed Art
With a fresh new year around the corner, we look back at our favorite installations from 2022. See our favorite new-in-2022 art from our Studio Artists in a separate post. The Kalisher team knocked it out of the park in 2022 – whether it was the Kalisher Curation team working with commissioned artists or…
The Morrow Hotel Opens in Washington, DC
Washington, DC’s NoMa neighborhood welcomes The Morrow, a Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton Washington, DC’s NoMa neighborhood celebrated the opening of The Morrow in late November, a much-anticipated addition to the creative district’s scene. Built on the site of a 100-year-old manufacturing building, the hotel aims to marry the property’s historic qualities with a…
Art Lab in December
Textures abound in this month’s selection of new art – enjoy our studio artists’ pick of December favorites. See the full collection here.
Art Trends: Fall Finds & Features
This month’s collection is inspired by natural elements and subdued hues. Kalisher’s Studio Artist and Art Consulting teams made the trip to High Point, NC to see the latest styles, design trends and products at this year’s High Point Market. Among the visual feasts of inspiration, we took note of some themes throughout –…
Loews Coral Gables Opens Its Doors
The Plaza Coral Gables welcomes its newest addition to a burgeoning business district. As part of an effort to revitalize Miami’s business district, Loews Coral Gables has officially opened its doors as the first hotel located in the Plaza Coral Gables. With “beauty and balance” as the top priority, Kalisher teamed up with the design…
Art Lab in November
Enjoy these selections from our latest collection of art to accompany the chilly transition from autumn to winter.
Art Lab in October
Fall is officially here, and along with it comes a seasonal inspired collection straight from our Studio Artists. Check out the team’s exploration of color, texture, and media over at Art Lab! Check out Art Lab to See More!
September Trends: Part Two
Part two of this month’s collection is inspired by trends and tones we expect to see more of in the coming year. Click here to see part one. ARCHES AND CURVES Arches & curves have always created strong architectural and structural elements while offering a comfortable line for the eye to follow. These architectural trends…
September Trends: Part One
Part one of this month’s collection is inspired by trends and tones we expect to see more of in the coming year. 2022/2023 Color Trends Color: Digital Lavender | Art: Kalisher Studio Color: Astro Dust | Art: Kalisher Studio Color: Galactic Cobalt | Art: Kalisher Studio Color: Sage Leaf | Art: Kalisher…
Four Corners
This month’s collection is inspired by this summer’s resurgence of US travel. As Americans become more comfortable with traveling again, cities like New York, Atlanta, Orlando, Seattle, Miami and Las Vegas have cracked the top 10 destinations list. Please enjoy the August collection which celebrates the regionalism of all four corners of North America as…
Art Lab in August
Each month Kalisher gathers up some of our favorite pieces that our very own Studio Artists have made and puts it on Art Lab, which is an amazing tool in which the user is able to create and curate art collections from the Kalisher libraby. Check out Art Lab here! The August collection features abstracts,…
Art Trend: Material Matters
This month’s collection is inspired by Materiality. In relation to art, Materiality is how art’s material qualities are sensed, interpreted and understood. The interpretation of materials allows us to imbue additional layers of meaning into artwork both abstract and representative in nature and helps us to bridge the gap between the material world and immaterial…
Art 101: Composition
This is part 3 of our Art 101 series which examines the fundamentals of art. Check out part 1 here and part 2 here. These fundamental building blocks allow us to create, critique, and converse about art from a universal frame of reference. From the elements and principles of design to composition and shape psychology,…
Art Trend: Summer Saturation
This month’s “Summer Saturation” collection is inspired by Chicago artist, Nick Cave’s first career retrospective titled “Forothermore” which Kalisher will be visiting in July. The installation, curated by the Guggenheim’s Naomi Beckwith, is on display this summer at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago and features many of the artist’s “Soundsuits” which were created…
The Dune Hotel: Welcome to The Dune
Each month we’ll explore the themes presented within the Dune Hotel, an internally driven and coastal inspired concept project completed in 2021 by our Studio Team. This collection showcases cohesive and contemporary sets of artwork, delivering a sense of approachable, residential, and coastal vibes through a variety of media and styles. The artwork presented here…
The Farnam Brings Industrial Chic to Downtown Omaha
Omaha is ready to welcome the newest Autograph Collection this May 20th. Reaching high into the clouds, this boutique hotel is located in the city’s tallest building, drawing travelers near and far to enjoy the gorgeous riverfront views. The Farnam has 120 guest rooms and 24 suites, all designed with impeccable detail and an emphasis…
Art Trend: Art In Bloom
This month’s “Art In Bloom” collection is inspired by French artist, Alexandre Benjamin Navet’s “Fifth Avenue Blooms” imagined in collaboration with Van Cleef & Arpels. The installation is timed to coincide with Frieze New York (May 18th through May 22nd). The street-side installation is inspired by the artist’s joyful sketches of vases, florals and inventive…
Art 101: Principles of Design
This is part 2 of our Art 101 series which examines the fundamentals of art. Check out part 1 here. These fundamental building blocks allow us to create, critique, and converse about art from a universal frame of reference. From the elements and principles of design to composition and shape psychology, this presentation was once…
The Dune Hotel: Introduction
Each month we’ll explore the themes presented within the Dune Hotel, an internally driven and coastal inspired concept project completed in 2021 by our Studio Team. Each year, our Studio Team completes its favorite departmental initiative over the span of several months. The Concept Project, an independently and internally driven project, serves as a…
Nobu Celebrates Eighth Anniversary
A multimillion-dollar refresh commemorates Nobu’s eighth anniversary on the Vegas strip. This renovation is one of the many project collaborations between Caesars Entertainment Inc. and Nobu Hospitality. The Rockwell Group was tasked to add a residential but modern feel to the re-envisioned guestrooms and common areas which were first designed in 2013. The re-design draws…
Art Trend: Modern Minimal
This month’s Modern Minimal collection is inspired by the 9th annual Chicago Expo which took place April 7th-10th. The show highlighted the work of global contemporary and modern artists with programs dedicated to a panel series of cross platform dialogues, paintings, sculpture, site-specific works, outdoor installations and digital public art platforms. Please enjoy this April…
Marriott Debuts Its 8,000th Hotel
Marriott debuts its iconic Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ! Developed by the Bernstein Companies and designed by the award winning Rottet Studio, the hotel reaches 12-stories tall and is adjacent to its 22-story office building. The full-service hotel features 224 rooms, custom curated with elegant dimensional artwork and black and white photography. Intricate…
Art 101: Elements of Design
Our teams regularly engage in workshops, technique demonstrations, studio and art fair visits, and other continuing education outlets to grow our expertise. Some are department specific while others bridge the collaborative gap between teams. A great place to start? Where else but with the basics. These fundamental building blocks allow us to create, critique, and…
Welcome to the Kalisher Blog!
We’re excited to launch the new Kalisher Blog! Here you’ll find posts from our team about industry trends, company and studio happenings, special project features, and much more. But first, let us quickly introduce ourselves and our work: Kalisher is a hospitality art consulting firm equipped with an in-house team of artists and curators. We…
