Join us this March in the Tithe Barn for an exciting event, essential for all interior lovers. Tony Freund, editor of 1stDibs, will be in conversation with Joan Barzilay Freund, author of Defining Style: The Book of Interior Design, alongside Peter Mikic - whose legendary interiors feature in the book - and renowned antiques dealer and collector David Gibson of Brownrigg.
This exceptional panel will share expert insights and practical advice, inspiring and energising the audience to embrace their homes with confidence and to celebrate a truly individual sense of style.
Following the talk, there will be time for an audience Q&A and a book signing.
Friday 13th MaRCH
10-10.30am - Guest Arrival and Refreshments
10.30-11.30am - Talk
11.30am - Audience Q&A and Book Signing
12pm - 1.30pm - Lunch in the Ox Barn or The Swan
*Talk and lunch tickets include access to the talk, welcome refreshments and lunch in the Ox Barn or The Swan - a £30 allocation towards your bill. Guests may be seated on a communal table - if you have a seating preference, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you on the day.
Defining Style
Twenty-five iconic interior design styles through 150 inspiring homes by top designers worldwide - from Coastal to Contemporary, Maximalist to Mediterranean.
This visual guide helps readers identify and understand each style with clear introductions, expert examples by designers like Studio Shamshiri and Laura Gonzalez, and a global range of interiors - from Manhattan to Bali.
“This book offers an antidote to that more passive way of looking and offers an opportunity for context. Under the direction of a gifted designer, a room’s decor speaks its intention clearly.” - Asad Skyrett, former Editor-in-Chief of Elle Decor.
Joan Barzilay Freund
Joan Barzilay Freund is a respected author and commentator on furniture and interior design whose writing has appeared in major publications including the Chicago Tribune, Elle Decor, and 1stDibs’s Introspective magazine.
Her latest book, Defining Style: The Book of Interior Design, surveys 25 defining interior design styles through over 150 global residential interiors, offering both inspiration and education for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Joan’s work as an author and curator bridges historical context with contemporary trends, helping readers and designers alike understand how spaces reflect personal and cultural values.
Tony Freund
Tony Freund is Editorial Director and Director of Fine Art at 1stDibs, the premier global marketplace for luxury design, antiques, and fine art. In this role he leads the company’s editorial vision - overseeing Introspective magazine, The Study blog, and the annual 1stDibs 50 celebration of the world’s most compelling design talent - and shapes the narrative around collecting, craftsmanship, and aesthetic culture.
A seasoned editor and storyteller, Tony has spent decades chronicling design, art, and culture, having held senior editorial positions at Art+Auction, Town & Country, and Esquire before joining 1stDibs in 2010. His work explores how objects and spaces reflect personal identity, creative expression, and cultural history.
David Gibson
David Gibson is a British antique dealer and co-founder of Brownrigg Antiques, the respected antiques and interiors destination based in Tetbury, Gloucestershire. Founded with his partner Jorge Perez-Martin, Brownrigg is known for its thoughtfully curated selection of furniture and decorative objects that blend historical integrity with contemporary appeal.
Originally trained as a solicitor, David left the legal profession to pursue his passion for antiques, bringing a sharp eye and strong business acumen to the gallery. Today, Brownrigg serves an international clientele of interior designers and collectors seeking distinctive, character-rich pieces of enduring quality.
