This tasteful (and tasty) night of mingling with Portland design enthusiasts includes lively presentations by Michael Steuve of SRM and Jennifer Leonard of Nifelle Designs that include fabrics, furniture and color samples. Get the experts' best ideas for updating your home based on the themes of designing for less and layering styles and periods to create a contemporary look. Get ideas, get inspired and shop Kush and Rejuvenation during this special after-hours event.

The Experts:

Michael Stueve, partner at SRM Architecture, has been at the forefront of Portland's architecture and interior design scene for over 20 years. Known for bringing a contemporary twist to traditional luxury housing, Michael has twice been awarded the Seattle Design Center's award for outstanding residential interiors in the Pacific Northwest. Michael will discuss bringing Mid-Century modern furnishings into layered interiors and bridging disparate styles.

Jennifer Leonard, a second-generation interior designer, founded the Portland, Oregon-based firm, Nifelle Design, in 2005. Featured by the Oregonian Homes & Gardens, Sunset, and Angie's List (perennial winner of the Super Service Award), Jennifer's work is recognized for its classic and timeless elegance and livable practicality. From Jennifer's home studio and showroom on Mt. Tabor, Nifelle Design's influence has spread throughout the western United States. From color consultations to custom furnishings, wall coverings to window treatments, Jennifer applies her experienced perspective, along with practical guidance, to inspire and enhance her clients' vision for their home or workplace. Jennifer will discuss high/low design and beautifying within a budget.