Balancing Act: Blending Traditional

Apr 23, 2026
1:00 pm

Balancing Act: Blending Traditional and Contemporary Elements to Achieve Timeless Design

Keynote Presentation

Sponsored by Georgia Design and Ernest Gaspard

One of the best ways to create timeless style is through the mixing of vintage and contemporary elements. The fusion of old and new not only elevates interiors but also allows for a more unique and distinctive home. The key is balance. Join GEORGIA DESIGN Editor-in-Chief Fran Worrall and award-winning interior designers Chuck Chewning, Dawn Heuer, and Olivia Westbrooks for an insightful and educational conversation about how to effectively blend old and new—from furnishings and wallcoverings to lighting and hardware—to create interiors that feel both curated and fresh at the same time. Additionally, the panelists will discuss how a cohesive color palette, repeated details and finishes, and similar patterns and materials can seamlessly bridge the years.

ADAC Presentation Room | First Floor Atrium

 

Following the presentation, please join Chuck, Dawn, Olivia, and Fran for a reception in the Ernest Gaspard showroom and continue the conversation. While there, peruse Ernest Gaspard’s collection of furniture, lighting, wallcoverings, rugs, and more.

Ernest Gaspard | Suite 109

 



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