$150 per ticket. Includes show admission for Saturday, September 26.

Refined by Design: Crafting Beauty That Endures

What transforms a house into a home that resonates for generations? For acclaimed Houston designer Benjamin Johnston, the answer has guided over two decades of work from Tokyo to Texas and beyond: bringing beauty into the world through the artful balance of history, artistry, and modern comfort.

With work featured by Architectural Digest, Traditional Home, LUXE Interiors + Design, and House Beautiful, and prestigious honors including the John Staub Award from the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art and the Palladio Award for Residential Architecture, Benjamin and his team of skilled architects and designers are celebrated for a portfolio of work grounded in classical rigor, impeccable craftsmanship, and modern livability.

In this engaging presentation, Benjamin will explore how diverse elements—from cherished antiques to contemporary pieces, bold traditionalism to unexpected imperfection—can create interiors that feel alive and full of humanity. Through candid stories from the studio and striking imagery from his newly released monograph Refined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living, he invites you into the creative process behind eight stunning residences, sharing insights on creating homes with emotional resonance, the role of theatricality in everyday life, and how contrast and juxtaposition spark conversation and evoke emotion.

Whether you're a design enthusiast, collector, or simply a dreamer seeking to create beauty in your own world, you will leave inspired with fresh perspective and practical wisdom for transforming your home into a living gallery that authentically expresses your story.

His debut monograph, Refined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living (Rizzoli, 2026), is available for preorder and will be available for purchase at the show.