Icons explore materiality and form
If you’ve ever thought a piece of wood furniture would be perfect for the patio if only it were a more durable material, Warrenton, Virginia-based designer Barry Dixon has a solution. He has teamed up with Maryland’s Iatesta Studio for 10 handmade pieces based on familiar forms, including several of his essential wood-based designs—rendered anew in steel and mesh for indoor/outdoor use. Among the offerings are a pedestal cabinet with woven-mesh panels that mimic cane; the striking Magnolia light, which features a zinc finish that resembles the well-worn patina of antique garden ornaments; the Victorian-inspired Nettie Darr table, named for Dixon’s grandmother; and the Santorini chaise, a curvaceous lounger influenced by Greek and Roman forms, executed in aluminum by the studio’s highly skilled artisans. iatestastudio.com

A beloved trade showroom gets a new look
Tucked away in a charming Georgetown carriage house, Evans & Sheldon has long been a jewel-box for designers to source bespoke fabrics, wall coverings, lighting and furniture. Founded in 2013 by Kate Evans, the showroom just underwent a redesign that transformed it into an enchanting wonderland of pattern, texture and color. The updated space showcases 40 internationally renowned boutique lines, including Fermoie and Lewis & Wood, among others. evansandsheldon.com

Every stitch tells a story
Regan Billingsley has always loved textiles—especially handmade ones imbued with cultural significance. When her mom and sister returned from a trip to build homes in Guatemala’s remote highlands, the Maryland designer was inspired by their stories of local weavers, so she set out on a mission to help preserve their craft through RB Curated. This line introduces blankets, pillows and throws handwoven by craftspeople in Latin America to a new audience while creating economic opportunities for the makers. rbcurated.com