August/September
kontakt magazine explores the intersection between fashion and interior design with coverage about the influence of fashion trends and local boutique design.

Kyle Jordre - II
This newest exhibition will serve as a prelude to the opening of Peoria’s Sunset Mountain Library. The City of Peoria recently acquired one of Jordre’s large-scale (16’ x 6’) abstract expressionist paintings as part of their permanent collection.  EVENTS

Poliform Showroom Display and Inventory Reduction Sale
Poliform is having an inventory reduction sale on dozens of display items from their showroom.  NEWS

Just Add Water
High-fashion and swimwear combine for this issue's editorial.  FASHION

To Dye For?
As more designers become aware of the negative impact synthetic dyes can have, more are now using fabrics made from sustainable fibers, as well as low- or no-impact dyes. While many of the lines using such dyes offer pieces that would not be fit for  GREEN

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Hearst Tower wins 2008 International Highrise Award
New York’s Hearst Headquarters Tower designed by Foster + Partners has won the International Highrise Award 2008. The award was bestowed on Lord Norman Foster during a ceremony in Frankfurt’s Paulskirche.  NEWS

Chanel Pavilion
Combining her zeal for architecture and fashion, Zaha Hadid teamed with Chanel boy wonder Karl Lagerfeld to produce a global traveling art exhibition celebrating the iconic work of the international fashion house.  ARCHITECTURE

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Design Therapy
Shopping can be therapeutic. “We wanted to create a soothing atmosphere where people can shop comfortably,” says owner Katy Baker.  INTERIOR

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