{"id":103277,"date":"2026-02-26T12:38:21","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T15:38:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ces.einnews.com\/article\/895809963"},"modified":"2026-02-26T12:38:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T15:38:21","slug":"adac-at-65-where-design-lives-evolves-and-connects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new7.shop\/zerocostfreehost\/index.php\/2026\/02\/26\/adac-at-65-where-design-lives-evolves-and-connects\/","title":{"rendered":"ADAC at 65: Where Design Lives, Evolves, and Connects"},"content":{"rendered":"
The Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC) in Buckhead marks 65 years as the Southeast\u2019s premier destination for luxury home furnishings and design resources. Credit: Photo by Harold Daniels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For 65 years, the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC) has served as the Southeast\u2019s de\ufb01nitive destination for design\u2014an ever-evolving campus where creativity, craftsmanship, and community intersect. What began in 1961 as a visionary concept by renowned architect John Portman has grown into a 550,000-square-foot design hub in Buckhead, now owned by ANDMORE\u2120, and home to more than 65 showrooms and over 40 design studios across ADAC and ADAC West.<\/p>\n

While ADAC is widely known as a professional resource for interior designers and architects, it is equally important to its growing consumer audience. Open to the public, ADAC o\ufb00ers homeowners and design enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience the design process up close \u2013 connecting directly with the professionals, products, and expertise that shape thoughtfully curated spaces.<\/p>\n

\u201cADAC has always been about connection\u2014between designers and clients, creativity and craftsmanship, inspiration and execution,\u201d said Katie Miner, General Manager of ADAC. \u201cAs we celebrate 65 years, we\u2019re proud to be a place where design professionals can build thriving businesses and where consumers feel welcomed into the design process. ADAC is not just where design is sourced\u2014it\u2019s where ideas are shaped, relationships are built, and great spaces begin.\u201d<\/p>\n

Katie Miner joins designers for the ribbon cutting of the new 242 Design Studios at ADAC in September 2025, celebrating the expansion of creative workspace within the campus. Credit: Photo by CatMax Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

At the heart of the campus are the designers themselves. ADAC is home to working design studios on multiple \ufb02oors, including the recently introduced 242 Design Studios on the second \ufb02oor of the original building, a dedicated suite of Design Studios on the \ufb01fth \ufb02oor, and additional o\ufb03ces throughout the campus. These studios re\ufb02ect ADAC\u2019s role not just as a sourcing destination, but as a place where design businesses operate day-to-day \u2013 developing concepts, meeting with clients, and bringing ideas to life.<\/p>\n

For consumers, this concentration of talent highlights one of ADAC\u2019s most valuable o\ufb00erings: access to professional designers who can guide projects with expertise, e\ufb03ciency, and vision. Hiring a designer helps homeowners navigate the overwhelming number of choices involved in furnishing and renovating a space, ensuring thoughtful decisions that balance function, aesthetics, and long-term value. Designers also bring industry knowledge, trade relationships, and problem-solving skills that often save time and resources \u2013 elevating the \ufb01nal result.<\/p>\n

Inside ADAC\u2019s atrium, expansive showrooms showcase luxury furnishings, textiles, lighting, and decorative arts, offering designers an immersive resource for sourcing and inspiration. Credit: Photo by Harold Daniels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

ADAC supports this collaboration by placing designers steps away from the showrooms they rely on. From custom furniture and lighting to textiles, rugs, and \ufb01nishes, the campus allows designers and clients to see, touch, and compare products in person\u2014an experience that is increasingly rare in a digital-\ufb01rst world. This hands-on approach fosters con\ufb01dence and clarity, particularly for consumers embarking on major design projects.<\/p>\n

Beyond its studios and showrooms, ADAC serves as an educational and inspirational destination. A robust calendar of events\u2014including seasonal markets, panel discussions, and design-focused programming\u2014o\ufb00ers both design professionals and consumers insight into trends, craftsmanship, and the creative process. These events, along with showroom visits, allow design enthusiasts to deepen their understanding of how spaces come together, while learning directly from industry leaders. ADAC\u2019s in\ufb02uence extends well beyond Atlanta, serving designers, architects, and builders across a 10-state region throughout the Southeast, including Florida, the Carolinas, Tennessee, Alabama, and beyond. Full programming details are available on ADAC\u2019s website throughout the year.<\/p>\n

Design professionals gather at ADAC for market programming and industry events, reinforcing the center\u2019s role as a hub for connection, education, and inspiration. Credit: Photo by Harold Daniels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Community has always been central to the ADAC experience. Onsite restaurants such as KR SteakBar, Krog Bar \u2013 Coal Fired Pizza, and The Hungry Peach provide natural gathering spaces for designers, clients, and visitors alike\u2014supporting informal meetings, working lunches, and moments of connection that extend beyond the showroom \ufb02oor.<\/p>\n

As ADAC celebrates its 65th anniversary, its legacy is de\ufb01ned not only by longevity, but by relevance. By bringing designers, consumers, and resources together in one integrated campus, ADAC continues to demystify the design process and reinforce the value of professional expertise. It remains a place where design is not only sourced, but lived\u2014shaping homes, businesses, and the future of design in the Southeast and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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