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R achel Ashwell is the founder of the iconic Shabby Chic brand comprised of furniture, bedding, linens, tabletop, lighting and more, all based on the philosophy of beauty, comfort and function. The company has since gone on to become a global success story, with millions of fans won over by its timeless design, vintage-inspired feel and the beauty of imperfection. There are five Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic Couture stores, as well as a beloved B&B, The Prairie in Round Top, Texas. Her latest book — The World of Shabby Chic: Beautiful Homes, My Story & Vision — is her ninth. ESTEEMED JUDGES OUR PANEL OF D esigner Barbara Westbrook launched her design firm in 1992 in Atlanta, after training under the tutelage of Southern greats Nancy Braithwaite and Gandy-Peace. Her projects have been widely published in national magazines. Her first book, Barbara Westbrook: Gracious Rooms, catalogs her inspired designs, filled with Southern charm and celebrating her ethos: Make it interesting. Make it beautiful. Make it personal. Make it welcoming and warm. D allas-based designer Jan Showers' design firm is recognized as one of the most distinguished in the nation, as is her antiques business. In addition, The Jan Showers Collection of furnishings is available in eight showrooms across the country. In 2014, Architectural Digest named Jan to the AD 100 designer list. Her latest book, a follow-up to the bestselling Glamorous Rooms, is titled Glamorous Retreats. THE ENTRY PERIOD FOR THE 2016 PAPERCITY DESIGN AWARDS WITH HOUSTON DESIGN CENTER OPENS NOVEMBER 1, 2015, AND CLOSES MARCH 1, 2016. NATIONAL DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE JUDGES TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON. TO ENTER, AND FOR INFORMATION, GO TO PAPERCITYMAG.COM/DESIGNAWARDS. Rachel Ashwell Jan Showers Barbara Westbrook NOVEMBER 6, 7 & 8 "A Li le Bit of Round Top in Houston" Friday: 10-8 pm Saturday: 10-6 pm Sunday: 10-4 pm Admission - $10 Daily Food Trucks • FREE Parking 1055 GESSNER • Corner of I-10 & Gessner • Houston, Texas DesignAntiqueShowHouston.com antiques • mid-century modern • industrial contemporary • art • home decor • jewelry • gifts NOV 5 TH 6-9 PM Preview Party & Shopping $25 (includes event & 1 day general admission) Benefiting Child Advocates, Inc. FIRST DASH 713.221.1830 ∙ www.rottetstudio.com