A celebration of craftsmanship, luxury, and island heritage in collaboration with Joe Waroquier HOME.
This summer, the award-winning PR and events agency Alpha Kilo brings its acclaimed Art+Interiors exhibition from London to Nantucket with the inaugural Work/Shop Nantucket, presented with Joe Waroquier HOME as official partners of Nantucket by Design.
From July 15-18, they will transform Greater Light, a landmark of Nantucket’s creative history, into an immersive, retail-enabled experience that brings process, provenance, and purpose to the fore. The residential-style installation will showcase bespoke furniture, textiles, lighting, and objects from leading luxury brands and independent makers, and everything in the space will be available for purchase or order.
(Find more info at the Nantucket Historical Association)
The curated, shoppable exhibition is designed by Joe Waroquier of Joe Waroquier HOME, the Philadelphia and Washington, DC based interior design firm known for his richly layered interiors that blend historical architecture with modern elegance. The space will spotlight craftsmanship and storytelling through a refined mix of antiques, products made from heritage techniques, and works of contemporary design.
Greater Light
Greater Light, the exhibition’s setting, is itself a work of creative legacy. Once a livestock barn, the property was transformed in 1929 by two Quaker artist sisters from Philadelphia into a summer sanctuary filled with objects gathered from their travels and bohemian lives.
(Find more info at the Nantucket Historical Association)
Bequeathed to the Nantucket Historical Association in 1972, Greater Light remains a hidden gem that embodies the free-spirited creativity of Nantucket’s 1920s summer art colony. Nantucket Artisan Work/Shop reimagines this historic site as if the sisters were alive today, still hosting salons as they did for years in the space, blending a thoughtful selection of contemporary pieces that echo the original owners’ spirit of intentional living and artistic exploration.
Work/Shop Nantucket Participants
Work/Shop Nantucket participants include Araminta Campbell, Corston Architectural Detail, Farrow & Ball, Kravet, The National Trust for Scotland, Nell Van Vorst, Sanderson Design, and others.
Open to both the public and attendees of Nantucket by Design, the dynamic four-day program features hands-on workshops, panel conversations, and whisky tastings, with all displayed works available for immediate purchase or custom order.
Interactive workshops will take place throughout the week, bringing to life the materiality, creative process, and provenance of luxury interiors products and artisan work. One example of which will be an inspiring decorative painting session with Corston Architectural Details and Farrow & Ball. Guests will be invited to select shades from Farrow & Ball’s latest palette and add a personal touch to a fitting or fixture of their choice, a unique opportunity to explore colour and craftsmanship firsthand.
“Nantucket represents a rare confluence of culture, craftsmanship, and community,” says Amanda Kasper, Founder of Alpha Kilo. “With the Work/Shop Nantucket, we’re building on the success of our Art+Interiors program in London to create a dynamic celebration of design. It’s a platform that not only showcases the power of artisan craft and allows for enriched brand storytelling, but also deepens our commitment to fostering lasting connections between luxury brands and the island that continues to inspire them.”
The Work/Shop Nantucket will take place in conjunction with Nantucket by Design, the Nantucket Historical Association’s premier annual design event. This highly anticipated week draws a distinguished audience of executives, philanthropists, design industry leaders, artisans, and devoted NHA supporters. Participation in Nantucket by Design directly supports the NHA’s mission to preserve and interpret the history of Nantucket through its programs, collections, and properties, promoting the island’s rich heritage and inspiring appreciation among audiences of all kinds.
In keeping with Alpha Kilo’s commitment to cultural sustainability, the Nantucket activation offers an exclusive preview of the global Work/Shop concept, a visionary program designed to unite artisans across the luxury sector, from interiors to apparel. The initiative seeks not only to celebrate and preserve the enduring heritage of craftsmanship, while enhancing its commercial relevance and inspiring the next generation of makers and collectors.
ATTENDEE INFORMATION
Greater Light
8 Howard Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Store Hours:
Tuesday, July 15th – 12PM-5PM
Wednesday, July 16 – Friday, July 18 – 10AM-5PM
Workshops daily.
Refreshments served.
Registration recommended.
See the Alpha Kilo website for more details.
Nantucket by Design is presented by @raveisnantucket and @woodmeistermasterbuilders
ALPHA KILO
https://alphakilo.com | @alphakiloworkshops
Alpha Kilo is a design-led, full-service communications agency. A-K works strategically with category leaders and cultural game changers in art, design, fashion, hospitality, lifestyle, luxury, and travel sectors. Rather than focus on one silo of media, A-K collaborates closely with their clients to create compelling narratives that speak to today’s culture and resonate globally. Striking a balance between the expertise of local specialists and a truly global perspective, A-K has a reputation for presenting intelligent, unexpected solutions that are tailored to our clients’ needs. The agency starts with robust ideas that are powerful enough to provoke a chain reaction. From there, A-K implements clear and insightful strategies working with a global network of media, brand partners, influencers, and thought leaders. Founded by Amanda Kasper in 2015, Alpha Kilo has worked with clients from around the globe including Airbnb, Poltrona Frau, Maarten Baas, WGSN, Dubai Design District, and David Collins Studio, to name just a few. Current clients include Bernhardt Design, Ornare, DIAGEO, The Eames Institute, Savile Row, Cifonelli, Triennale Milano, and Cassina.
All images courtesy of Alpha Kilo.
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