Ashlee Harrison: From Mega Gallery Powerhouse to Intimate Salon Curator

Join Fernando Mastrangelo on Design Discord for an in-depth conversation with Ashlee Harrison, powerhouse in collectible design. From helping establish Carpenters Workshop Gallery in the US to launching her own private salon Thirty8East in a historic Upper East Side brownstone, Ashlee brings unparalleled insight into the world of functional sculpture, curation, and cultural storytelling.

Topics include the maturing collectible design market, working with legendary designers, the power of intimacy over scale, fair experiences, and practical advice for collectors and creatives.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro

01:01 – State of Collectible Design Today

02:43 – Advisors vs. Interior Designers

03:36 – Joining Carpenters Workshop Young

05:25 – Early Responsibilities & Building the Business

06:35 – Market Expansions to LA, SF & Aspen

09:21 – Defining Collectible vs. Fine Furniture

11:35 – Collaborating with Artists like Campana Brothers & Studio Drift

18:33 – Transition to Thirty8East Salon

20:20 – The Salon Experience: By Appointment, Storytelling & Coffee

29:48 – Value of Design Fairs & Relationships

34:29 – Market Cycles, COVID Impact & Slow Growth

39:56 – Future of Her Career & Excitement Ahead

48:10 – Advice for Young Designers

Perfect for anyone interested in design, art, collecting, or building a meaningful creative career.

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