Architectural Digest Design Show at Pier 94 (The AD Show) : March 22 - 25, 2014

The Architectural Digest Design Show at Pier 94 in New York City this year ran from March 22 - 25, 2014. The AD show, as it's affectionately known amongst insiders, attracted over 30,000 high end home design enthusiasts; as well as interior designers, architects, trade professionals, furniture makers, retailers and artisans from all over the country.  Over 300 vendors presented at the show, and there were interactive events like seminars, book signings and cooking demonstrations as well.

The company reps, designers and artisans are often the people manning each booth, giving attendees a unique chance to learn about design from those at the top of their field. Presenters will even tell you stories and inspirations of their work and are very accommodating with any custom requests you can conceive of.

Unlike merely browsing a design book or magazine, you can actually touch, see, and feel all the home design pieces to truly marvel at the great craftsmanship you typically don't see in mainstream stores that focus on mass produced goods. 

Below we've rounded up some of our favorite scenes from the 2014 AD Show.

These are steel cast bean bag chairs by Grey Area in Greenpoint Brooklyn, they represent work by many independent artisans

Large handmade glass wall installations by Abby Moddell inspired by colorful confectionary treats

This is the booth of Farrow and Ball, a British maker of paints.  Their product is clay based, not latex or plastic based, and therefore VOC free.  Colors are rich and even the wall paper is painted with their paint for a more vibrant look

Gorgeous paper pulp lamps by Patrick Weder

Stunning photography of flowers by David Leaser - images are printed in high gloss over aluminum for a perfect sheen