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Thursday, May 10

Leadership Awards Luncheon

The New York Building Congress holds its 91st Leadership Awards Luncheon, honoring Forest City Ratner Companies CEO Bruce Ratner . 11:30 a.m. $475. Hilton New York hotel, 1335 Sixth Ave. For information and registration, visit www.buildingcongress.com .

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Thursday, May 10

Architecture: Art of Renewal with Stephen Kieran, James Timberlake, and Rafael ViA+-oly

The New York Landmarks Preservation Foundation presents “Forum Architecture: Art of Renewal” with Stephen Kieran, James Timberlake and Rafael ViA+-oly . Kieran and Timberlake, partnersA at KieranTimberlake, will present the Embassy of the United States, London. ViA+-oly, of Rafael ViA+-oly Architects P.C., will present the Cleveland Museum of Art. Panel conversation to follow moderated by Cathleen McGuigan, editor-in-chief, Architectural Record. 6:30-8 pm. $25. McGraw-Hill Auditorium, 1221 Sixth Ave. For information, contact landmarks@jksevents.com .

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Friday, May 11

Megaprojects

The Center for Urban Real Estate at Columbia Universityas Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation hosts Megaprojects, an urban planning and development conference focusing on New York City and London. Speakers include Related Companies CEO Stephen Ross, Real Estate Board of New York president Steven Spinola and New York City Economic Development Corporation president Seth Pinsky. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. $295. McGraw-Hill Conference Center, 1221 Sixth Ave. For information and registration, visit www.megaprojects2012.com .

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Through Friday, May 11

Bunny Williams Pop-up Shop

For the first time ever, interior designer Bunny Williams is creating a pop-up shop converging Beeline Home (lighting, mirrors, upholstery, furniture and accessories), Treillage (objects new and old, aggregated from Williamsa and John Rosselli’s travels around the world) and Bunny Williams for Mirror Image. Bunny Williams, 306 E. 61st St., fourth floor.

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Saturday, May 12

Openstudios Brooklyn Navy Yard

Openhousenewyork hosts an event at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, featuring self-guided tours of the studios of the architects, artisans and manufacturers housed in the historic complex. Noon to 5 p.m $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Building 92, 63 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn. For information and registration, visit www.ohnyopenstudiosbny.eventbrite.com .

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Tuesday, May 15

Kips Bay Show House Opening Night

To kick off the 40th anniversary of the Kips Bay Show House, a cocktail reception and preview will be held to celebrate this yearas designers who include Charlotte Moss, Todd Romano, Jamie Drake and Bunny Williams . The show house opens to the public Wednesday, May 16 to June 14. Cocktail preview, 6-9 pm. Tickets start at $200. The Aldyn, 60 Riverside Blvd. Call 718-893-8600, ext. 245 for more ticket information.

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Tuesday, May 15

Center for Real Estate Finance Research Inaugural Conference

The NYU Stern School of Business hosts the Center for Real Estate Finance Research Inaugural Conference to encourage networking and dialogue between Stern alumni and faculty. A luncheon and faculty presentation will be followed by an alumni panel and reception. Panelists include Silverstein Properties president and CEO Larry Silverstein, Philip Milstein of Ogden Cap Properties and William Mack, chairman and founder of AREA Property Partners . Noon to 7 p.m. NYU Stern alumni and corporate partners only. St. Regis New York, 2 E. 55th St. For information and registration, visit www.sternalumni.nyu.edu .

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Wednesday, May 16

Real Estate Legend Larry Silverstein

Larry Silverstein will be recognized as the Diamond Jubliee honoree at this event for Urban Land Institute New York. Dr. Peter Linneman, one of the leading strategic thinkers in the real estate industry, will interview Silverstein, providing the ULI audience with an engaging discussion. The Real Estate Legend series honors a real estate executive annually for professional achievement, distinguished service and for furthering the ideals of ULI. 5:30-8 pm. Tickets start at $50. 7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich St. Call 800-321-5011to register.

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Wednesday, May 16

Libby Langdon’s Small Space Seminar

Designer, author and television personality Libby Langdon is introducing her upholstered furnishings at FIND. Libby will give a Small Space Solutions Seminar on innovative and inexpensive design ideas to help small space dwellers live large, the topic of her book, aSmall Space Solutions.a Plus, FIND is offering 20 percent off your purchase on all pieces from Langdon’s line during the event . FIND Home Furnishings, 6pm – 9pm 43C Ninth St., Gowanus, Brooklyn. RSVP required to info@findhomefurnishings.com .

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SALES

SFERRA SAMPLE SALE

Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Ave.

Hours: 10-7

Sale: Through May 13

Get up to 70 percent off retail prices at SFERRA’s Sample Sale. It includes discontinued and overstocked bed linens, sheet sets, duvet cover sets, blankets, towels, throws, robes, down, baby blankets, decorative pillows and table linens.

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Thursday, April 26

Real Property Tax Fairness a No Margin for Delay

The Greater New York Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management will host a luncheon featuring guest speaker Steve Spinola, president of the Real Estate Board of New York . The topic will be aReal Property Tax Fairness a No Margin for Delay.a The event includes a networking cocktail hour. 11:30 am a 1:30 pm. $125. Union League Club, 38 E. 37th St. To reserve or for additional information, call 212-944-9445.

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Thursday, April 26

LEED 2012 a The Next Wave of LEED and Sustainability

Scot Horst, the Senior VP of LEED at U.S. Green Building Council, gives this talk about global vision and strategy for LEED as a global green-building benchmark . Get a personal perspective from one of the key people defining the cutting edge and creating key tools that will characterize the future of this industry. 5-7 pm. Free. Inscape New York Showroom, 414 W. 14th St.

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Thursday, April 26

Antique Garden Furniture Show Preview Party and Collectorsa Plant Sale

The New York Botanical Garden hosts the 20th Anniversary Antique Garden Furniture Show Preview Party and Collectorsa Plant Sale. This exclusive preview event will kick off theA spring seasonA at the New York Botanical Gardens and attracts guests from the philanthropic, interior and landscape design, architecture and art worlds. This year’s Designer Committee is chaired by renowned landscape architect Mario Nievera and event designer Renny Reynolds , with committee members including Jonathan Adler, Juan Montoya, Charlotte Frieze and Ann Pyne. There will also be opportunities to bid on one-of-a-kind plants, garden dA(c)cor and more in a silent auction. 6-8 pm. Tickets start at $200. The New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Boulevard, The Bronx. For more information, contact cbalkonis@nybg.org .

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Thursday, April 26 to Saturday, April 28

Housing Works Design on a Dime

Housing Works presents its eighth annual Design on a Dime interior design shopping event. For the Thursday night benefit, designer James Huniford will be joined by Lara Spencer (“Good Morning America” co-anchor, author of aI Brake For Yard Salesa and interior designer), Charlotte Moss (interior designer and author) and Evette Rios (interior designer and Rachel Ray Show DIYer). In addition, over 50 of the country’s top designers will put together new home furnishings, artwork and accessories to create unforgettable room vignettes. All items will be sold for 40 to 60 percent off retail pricing with proceeds benefiting Housing Works, New York’s largest community-based AIDS service organization. Opening night reception, 5:30 – 9:30 pm. Tickets start at $150. The free public sale is on April 27 and 28. Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St.

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Saturday, April 28

New New York: Interior Design on the Cutting Edge

This program will introduce six designers/teams from a new generation that are re-thinking the spaces in which we live, shop, work and entertain. Presenters will include Britton Smith, interior designer; Yiannos Vrousgros and Brooke Lichtenstein of Input Studio; and Fitzhugh Karol and Lyndsay Caleo of the Brooklyn Home Company. The program will also include a tour of the new South Street Seaport Museum’s galleries led by a principal of Cooper Joseph Studio, architects of the renovation. 12:30-5 pm. $25. South Street Seaport Museum, 12 Fulton St. Tickets must be purchased in advance at 917-492-3395.

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Tuesday, May 1

Brooklyn Real Estate Roundtable Series

The Brooklyn Real Estate Roundtable is a quarterly luncheon series dedicated to examining, analyzing, reviewing and predicting the critical issues in Brooklyn real estate. noona1 pm. Brooklyn Historical Society, 128 Pierrepont St., Brooklyn Heights.

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Tuesday, May 1 to Friday, May 11

Bunny Williams Pop-Up

For the first time ever, interior designer Bunny Williams is creating a pop-up shop converging Beeline Home (lighting, mirrors, upholstery, furniture and accessories), Treillage (objects new and old, aggregated from Williamsa and John Rosselli’s travels around the world) and Bunny Williams for Mirror Image . Bunny Williams, 306 E. 61st St., Fourth Floor.

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Wednesday, May 2

World Wide Holdings Breakfast Panel

David Lowenfeld, partner atA World Wide Holdings, will describe how his company developed their bid for and designed this unique project including housing, retail, and public schools on one of the busiest corners on the planet in “One Site a A World of Choices: How World Wide Holdings Decided to Build Apartments, Retail and Two Schools on One Corner of East 57th Street. ” He will discuss the acquisition, ground lease, zoning, planning, market, and community issues involved in this major mid-Manhattan development. 8:30 a 10 am. Free. Javits Convention Center, Room 1CO1/1CO2. RSVP to associatedbuilders@abogny.com .

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Wednesday, May 2

BuildingsNY

This annual event serves the New York metropolitan buildings and real estate marketplace . The show floor covers all the products and services NYC buildings require, helping you get all you need and get the mostA from your investment. Meet face-to-face with source vendors in fields such as financing, building automation, environmental, maintenance & operations, security, design and construction, restoration and renovation and energy management. Free. 10 am-5 pm. Jacob Javits Center. For information, visit www.buildingsny.com or call 888-334-8702.

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SALES

JENSEN LEWIS

89 Seventh Ave., 212-929-4880

Hours: Daily, 10:30 am-7 pm; Sun., noon-5:30 pm

Sale: Through May 5

To make room for spring and summer collections, save up to 70 percent off select items from dining and living room furniture to bedroom and home office.

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JOHN ROBSHAW

245 W. 29th St., Ground Floor

Hours: Wed. and Thurs., 10-7; Fri.,10-3

Sale: May 2-4

Pick up your favorite John Robshaw textiles at this sample sale.

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Thursday, March 22

Design+Interiors: Rafael de CA!rdenas

With an exuberant approach to color, light and pattern, Rafael de CA!rdenas redefines conventional boundaries between interior design, architecture, fashion, furniture and art. Hear about his cross-disciplinary journey, the fundamentals of his design approach, and the creative process and vision he brought to Nike’s Bowery Stadium, Barneys New York, other artful interiors for boutiques, restaurants and private residences around the world . Ticket includes access to Museum of Arts and Design galleries after the talk. 6:30-8 pm. $30. Museum of Arts and Design, 2 Columbus Circle. For tickets, visit www.aigany.org/events/details/12C4 .

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Thursday, March 22 to Sunday, March 25

Architectural Digest Home Show

Everything for your home a from furnishings to kitchen and bath products to fine art a will be on view at the AD Home Show. There will also be one-on-one design consultations, culinary demos, book signings and more. Thursday is open to the trade only. Friday to Sunday, the show is open to the public. Tickets, $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Pier 94, 55th Street at 12th Avenue. www.adhomedesignshow.com .

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Saturday, March 24

Crown Heights North Walk

Mansions, fine row houses, architecturally significant apartment houses and beautiful houses of worship: all of these architectural treasures can be found in Crown Heights North , one of Brooklynas most beautiful, but underappreciated neighborhoods. Largely developed between 1880 and 1932, the neighborhood is a microcosm of the development of Brooklyn, a neighborhood on a par with Park Slope, Bedford Stuyvesant or Clinton Hill, for architectural excellence. Explore Grant Square, the St. Marks District, Doctoras Row, Brower Park, Eastern Parkway and other highlights of this newly expanded historic district. The tour will be led by Suzanne Spellen, a Crown Heights North-based writer and architectural historian, and Morgan Munsey, an architect, historian and resident of Bed-Stuy. 2 pm. $15. Reservations required; call 212-935-2075. Meeting place will be provided upon registration.

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Sunday, March 25

Starchitecture TourA

Frank Gehry, Jean Nouvel, Renzo Piano a these and other so-called astararchitectsa are transforming Manhattan, creating memorable museums, corporate headquarters and high-rise apartments. Architectural historian Matt Postal conducts this three-hour tour via small motor-coach and on foot of some of the cityas most talked-about buildings, structures and spaces including Bond Street (where Herzog & DeMeuron have created buildings) and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, which has been redone by Diller Scofido & Renfro and Tsien & Williams . 9:45 am. $90. Reservations required; call 212-935-2075. Meeting place will be provided upon registration.

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Wednesday, March 28

Flatiron: Where Then Meets Now: Retail & Residential Development in Flatiron

The second annual Flatiron real estate forum features a panel of industry experts discussing the districtas developing retail and residential market . Scheduled panelists include John Ciraulo of Massey Knakal Realty Services, Stephen L. Glascock of Anbau Enterprises, Inc., Lynn Shanahan of Marimekko North America and Scott Alper of the Witkoff Group. 8 am. Free. Almond Restaurant, 12 E. 22nd St. Registration required to Eric Zaretsky at ezaretsky@flatironbid.org .

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Wednesday, March 28

Winterthur: Traditional American Rooms

Winterthur Museum and Country Estate is a treasure of historic American architecture and decorative arts. Created by avid collector and connoisseur Henry Francis du Pont, the vast collection includes period rooms from all thirteen original colonies. Central to the revival of taste for colonial America, today Winterthur is an unparalleled resource for architects, decorators and patrons alike. For the first time, with full color photography and original measure drawings, the architectural millwork of selected rooms is examined by master craftsman Brent Hull and designer Christine G.H. Franck in aWinterthur Style Sourcebook: Traditional American Rooms.a Join the authors for an exploration of Winterthuras period rooms, the role of the Colonial Revival throughout America and the South, and their relevance for the best of design and craftsmanship. 6:30 pm. $20. Library at the General Society, 20 W. 44th St. Space is limited and reservations are required; to reserve call 212-730-9646, ext. 109.

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SALES

BAXTER & LIEBCHEN

33 Jay St., DUMBO, Brooklyn

Hours: Mon-Sat, 10-6; Sun, noon-6

Sale: Through April 4

Baxter & Liebchen is having a huge moving sale . Hundreds of pieces of vintage Danish modern furniture, lighting and home accessories will be 30 to 80 percent off.

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DDC

136 and 181 Madison Ave., 212-685-0800

Hours: Visit www.ddcnyc.com

Sale: March 24-April 1

This annual floor sample saleA offers savings on designer furniture , including Italian Minotti sofas, modern European tables, beds, rugs, wall units and lighting. Also featuring the Cosma sleep sofa for $3,590 (reg. $5,699).

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FRETTE SAMPLE SALE

260 Fifth Ave., 212-725-5400

Hours: Tues-Fri, 9-6:30; Sat, 9-5

Sale: March 27-31

Fine Italian linens, bath products, couture bedsets, couture duvets and hotel collections are all up to 80 percent off .

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POLIFORM NEW YORK

150 E. 58th St., 212-421-1800

Hours: Mon-Fri, 9-5

Sale: March 26-30

Poliform New York is in the process of renovating their showroom in order to bring in new products and displays and will be having a storewide sale. A large selection of items from beds, wardrobes, tables, chairs, kitchens and much more will be on sale with discounts from 30 to 60 percent.

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Thursday, Feb. 23

Annual Sustainable Real Estate Conference

The second annual conference, sponsored by NYU Schack Institute’s Center for the Sustainable Built Environment, will explore the growing significance of energy performance and carbon emissions in real estate investment decisions . This conference brings together leaders from the private, public and academic sectors to discuss the emerging debt and equity markets for commercial building energy efficiency, the role of data and information technology in decision making and the need for common performance metrics that cross disciplinary and professional boundaries. 8 am a 4 pm. $95. Kimmel Center, 60 Washington Square South, Rosenthal Pavilion. For information, visit www.scps.nyu.edu .

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Thursday, Feb. 23

Lecture Series: Craig Dykers

The Pratt Insitute’s School of Architecture hosts architect Craig Dykers whoA has worked on such projects as the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, Oslo, and the National September 11th Memorial Museum Pavilion at the World Trade Center site . Dykers is co-founder of the architecture, landscape and interior design company Snohetta, which is based in Oslo and has a satellite office in New York. 6 pm. Free.Pratt Institute, Higgins Hall Auditorium, 61 St. James Place, Brooklyn.

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Friday, Feb. 24

Abzyme Research Foundation (ARF) Event

The Real Estate Impact Committee is proud to launch its first event for ARF , which is funding a promising new therapeutic HIV vaccine through a series of charity spirits and wine tastings. All proceeds go towards advancing HIV E-VAS, a therapeutic HIV vaccine candidate, into human trials. 7-9 pm. $100. 30 W. 15th St., 7N. RSVP to info@abzymeresearchfoundation.org .

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Tuesday, Feb. 28

Urban Omnibus BlockParty

A cocktail reception, art auction and benefactors’ dinner to support the Architectural League’s Urban Omnibus, an online publication dedicated to defining the culture of city- making. 6:30 pm. $40. St. Patrick’s Youth Center, 268 Mulberry St. For more information, visit www.urbanomnibus.net .

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Wednesday Feb. 29

Intro to Green for New York Coops & Condos

There are many ways that cooperative and condominium boards can turn pressure to ago greena into an opportunity to reduce costs and comply with new codes. This workshop will present easy ways to quickly reduce energy costs, and information on incentives available through New York Stateas Multifamily Performance Program for comprehensive energy efficiency retrofits , and strategies for engaging shareholders and unit owners in the greening process.7-9 pm. $30. Midtown West/Upper West Side Manhattan location to be provided upon registration. To register, visit www.cnyc.com .

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Through Wednesday, Feb. 29A

Wood Shop, A David Stark Pop Up

David Stark has transformed Nina Freudenberger’s Haus Interior in SoHo into a concept shop, Wood Shop. The shop will include a limited-edition David Stark Design product line , as well as provide a gallery setting and a destination for Haus Interior and David Stark design fans. Included are Valentine’s Day gifts, home dA(c)cor items and furniture, ranging from $5 to $500. Haus Interior, 250 Elizabeth St., 212-741-0455.

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SALES

ALESSI

30 E. 60th St., 212-317-9880 and 130 Greene St., 212-941-7300

Hours: Call stores for hours.

Sale: Through Feb. 29

This Italian leader in tabletop design is offering a discount of up to 70 percent off discontinued items , irregulars and floor samples. La Cintura di Orione stockpot, reg. $288, now $144; Birds & Clouds sushi set, reg. $105, now $31.50; Mediterraneo tea light holder, reg. $36, now $10.80.

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ANKASA

135 E. 65th St., 212-861-6800

Hours: Mon,10-6, Tues-Thurs, 10-7, Fri, 10-5, Sat, 11-5

This purveyor of luxury bedding and hand-embroidered pillows, is holding a sample sale with discounts from 40 to 90 percent off all items in the store, including pillows, coverlets, duvet covers, sheets, sofas, chairs, consoles, side tables, lighting, accessories and more.

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DESIRONA

151 Wooster St., 212-353-2600

Hours: MonaSat, 11a7; Sun, noona6A

Sale: Through Feb. 29

Home furnishings are 25 percent off ; Nolita dining table, reg. $4,900, now $3,675.

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RALPH LAUREN HOME

Metropolitan North Pavilion, 110 W. 19th St., 718-747-1656

Hours: Fri, noon-7, Sat-Sun, 9-6, Mon, 9-5

Sale: Feb. 24-27

Pick up furniture, lighting, home accessories, decorative pillows, gifts, vintage itemsA and antiques at a discount at this sample sale.

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TODD HASE WAREHOUSE SALE

261 Spring St., 212-871-9075A

Hours: Daily, 10-6

Sale: Through Feb. 26

Save up to 75 percent on luxe seating, marquetry tables, sculptural lighting, antiques, wall art and accessories.

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Thursday, Feb. 16

Energy Efficiency in the New York City Region

This panel discussion will explore the energy efficiency programs and initiatives offered by different organizations in New York, Connecticut and New Jersey. The panel is an opportunity to learn more about what is being done to encourage energy efficiency in the region, the measures that have been successful, and the challenges and opportunities ahead . Panel participants will come from both private and public sector organizations, representing a wide and varied view of the industry. 6-8 pm. Free. Columbia University Morningside Campus, Davis Auditorium. For more information, contact Alison Miller at alisonmiller@ei.columbia.edu or 212-851-0772.

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Thursday, Feb. 16

How We Live Now: Finding Comfort in a Time of Austerity

The conversation will be about our homes, this political and economic moment and how we can bring style, craft and a feeling of luxury into your home. Featuring Jonathan Adler , designer; Julia Turner , Deputy Editor, Slate, and Deborah Needleman, author and editor of WSJ magazine. Needlemanas book will be available for purchase. 6:30 – 8:15 pm. Free. New America Foundation, 199 Lafayette St., Suite 3B.

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Wednesday, Feb. 22

24th Annual Bailey House Live Auction & Event

The Bailey House 24th Annual Live Auction & Event benefits the Bailey House, an organization providing housing and support services for homeless people living with HIV/AIDS in New York. This yearas event will be hosted by New York designers and television personalities, including Andy Cohen, Simon Doonan, Jonathan Adler, Tim Gunn and Sherri Shepherd. The live auction will feature one-of-a-kind items, with all proceeds benefiting Bailey House clients. Attendees will be able to bid on exclusive items and experiences including meet and greets with Bravoas Andy Cohen or legendary journalist Diane Sawyer, passes to Jean Paul Gaultieras couture show and home items from Swarovski, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams and more. VIP reception, 6 pm. Main event, 7 pm. Live auction, 8:30 pm. Tickets start at $250.Lexington Avenue Armory, East 26th Street and Lexington Avenue. For information, call 212-633-2500, ext. 455.

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Wednesday, Feb. 22

John Hill Book Talk: Guide To Contemporary New York City Architecture

This essential walking companion and guide features 200 of the most notable buildings and spaces constructed in New Yorkas five boroughs since 2000. Projects include the High Line, by James Corner Field Operations/Diller Scofidio + Renfro; 100 11th Ave., by Jean Nouvel; Brooklyn Children’s Museum, by Rafael Vinoly Architects; 41 Cooper Square, by Morphosis; Poe Park Visitors Center, by Toshiko Mori Architect; and One Bryant Park, by Cook + Fox. The author will give a talk on some of his favorite buildings. 6:30-8 pm. Free. Skyscraper Museum, 39 Battery Place. RSVP to programs@skyscraper.org .

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Wednesday, Feb. 22

The Vintage House: A Guide to Successful Renovations and Additions

This reception and lecture celebrates aThe Vintage House,a which guides readers through typical projects and issues, such as finding more space within an existing footprint or blending in new windows or dormers without destroying historic character. 6:30 pm. $20. Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, General Society Building, 20 W. 44th St. To reserve a space call 212-730-9646, ext. 109.

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Through Wednesday, Feb. 29

Wood Shop, A David Stark Pop Up

David Stark has transformed Nina Freudenberger’s Haus Interior in SoHo into a concept shop, Wood Shop. The shop will include a limited-edition David Stark Design product line , as well as provide a gallery setting and a destination for Haus Interior and David Stark design fans. Included are Valentine’s Day gifts, home dA(c)cor items and furniture, ranging from $5 to $500. Haus Interior, 250 Elizabeth St., 212-741-0455.

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SALES

ALESSI

30 E. 60th St., 212-317-9880 and 130 Greene St., 212-941-7300

Hours: Call stores for hours.

Sale: Through Feb. 29

This Italian leader in tabletop design is offering a discount of up to 70 percent off discontinued items, irregulars and floor samples. La Cintura di Orione stockpot, reg. $288, now $144; Birds & Clouds sushi set, reg. $105, now $31.50; Mediterraneo tea light holder, reg. $36, now $10.80.

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DESIRON

151 Wooster St., 212-353-2600

Hours: MonaSat, 11a7; Sun, noona6

Sale: Through Feb. 29

Home furnishings are 25 percent off ; Nolita dining table, reg. $4,900, now $3,675.

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JENSEN-LEWIS

89 Seventh Ave., 212-929-4880

Hours: Mon to Sat, 10:30-7; Sun, noon-5:30

Sale: Through Feb. 20

To make room for the 2012 collection, a winter savings and clearance event will be taking place at the Chelsea showroom. Save up to 70 percent on premium Italian- and American-made furniture and get savings on a variety of sofas, sectionals, dining tables, home office furniture and more.

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TODD HASE WAREHOUSE SALE

261 Spring St., 212-871-9075

Hours: Daily, 10 am-6 pm

Sale: Through Feb. 26

Save up to 75 percent on luxe seating, marquetry tables, sculptural lighting, antiques, wall art and accessories.

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Thursday Feb. 9

We Love Astoria Valentine’s Pop-Up Market

The creators of the Astoria Market and Showroom by C present an evening of fun and shopping. Time Cafe will be offering drink specials and a live DJ throughout the event. Twenty-plus vendors will be featuring their unique handcrafted wares. 6-8 pm. Free. Time CafA(c), 44-18 Broadway, Astoria, Queens.

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Friday, Feb. 10 to Sunday, Feb. 12

Harlem Fine Arts Show

The event will celebrate the explosion of culture that began with the Harlem Renaissance and will include more than 100 emerging and established multicultural artists and nationally renowned regional galleries. Special highlights will include the works of famed Harlem Renaissance documentarian, James Van Der Zee, in addition to some of the most accomplished and influential American artists of African and Hispanic descent. The Friday night preview will be hosted by lifestyle expert B. Smith from 6-9 pm; tickets are $60. Regular admission, $20. Riverside Church, 490 Riverside Drive. Purchase at http://hfas.org/tickets or by calling Porcia Gardner at 914-450-4269.

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Saturday, Feb. 11

aI Love Myrtle Avenuea

Hosted by Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership (MARP), Toren and the Corcoran Group, this open house event lets you discover all that Myrtle Avenue has to offer for Valentineas Day. Attendees can take in the incredible views of Downtown Brooklyn/Fort Greene, tour Toren and pick up a copy of Myrtle Avenue Valentineas Weekend Guide, which features discounts and promotions on local restaurants, shopping, gifts, spas and more. Hors daoeuvres will be provided by Myrtle Avenueas Soco Restaurant and desserts by Myrtle Avenueas CakeJoy bakery. Noon-2 pm. Free. Toren, 150 Myrtle Ave., Downtown Brooklyn.

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Saturday, Feb. 11

FA(c)lix Candela: A Symposium

During his career FA(c)lix Candela collaborated with both architects and engineers. He also formed a construction company “Cubiertas Ala” which build ‘Hy-par’ covers throughout Latin America. He often described himself as a builder, and in his writing, reclaimed the role of the architect as “master builder.” Panelists will explore the continued debate on whether his extraordinary constructions are best described as engineering or architectural creations . Following the symposium events a celebratory opening reception for the exhibition will take place in the gallery. 1-8 pm. Free. 501 Schermerhorn Hall, Columbia University. For more information call 212-854-2877 or email wallach@columbia.edu .

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Tuesday, Feb. 14 to March 3

a10 Years LateraChanges in New York Since 9/11a

New Century Artists gallery presents this exhibition of 31 color photographs by Chana Benjamin focusing on the changes that have taken place in New York City in the past decade. The photosA were taken in three separate locations: the High Line, Union Square and World Trade Center. TheyA document the glass buildings constructed along the Highline and the buildings being erected at Ground Zero.A New Century Artists, 530 W. 25th St., 212-367-7072.

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Wednesday, Feb. 15

Real Estate Weekly Women’s Forum

Join real estateas top women in finance, construction, investment, government, and management. Speakers include MaryAnne Gilmartin of Forest City Ratner and Faith Hope Consolo of Prudential Douglas Elliman . 8 ama3 pm. $249. McGraw-Hill Conference Center, 1221 Avenue of the Americas. For more information, call 646-862-6136.

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Wednesday, Feb. 15

Retrofit NYC: Save Money and the Environment

Retrofit NYC Block by Block and New York City Councilmembers Leroy Comrie and James F. Gennaro present this event where you can find out how to bring resources to buildings throughout Jamaica, Richmond Hill and all of Queens to benefit residents and businesses alike . This event will teach local leaders how their communities can gain from reducing wasted energy and improving the health and comfort of your home. 6:30 a 8 pm. Free. BAARNY Hall, 172-11 Hillside Avenue, Jamaica, Queens. For more information, visit www.prattcenter.net/event/green-forum-jamaica .

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Through Wednesday, Feb. 29

Wood Shop, A David Stark Pop Up

David Stark has transformed Nina Freudenberger’s Haus Interior in SoHo into a concept shop, Wood Shop. The shop will include a limited-edition David Stark Design product line, as well as provide a gallery setting and a destination for Haus Interior and David Stark design fans. Included are Valentine’s Day gifts, home dA(c)cor items and furniture, ranging from $5 to $500 . Haus Interior, 250 Elizabeth St., 212-741-0455.

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SALES

ALESSI

30 E. 60th St., 212-317-9880 and 130 Greene St., 212-941-7300

Hours: Call stores for hours.

Sale: Feb. 13-29

This Italian leader in tabletop design is offering a discount of up to 70 percent off discontinued items , irregulars and floor samples. La Cintura di Orione stockpot, reg. $288, now $144; Birds & Clouds sushi set, reg. $105, now $31.50; Mediterraneo tea light holder, reg. $36, now $10.80.

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DESIRON

151 Wooster St., 212-353-2600

Hours: MonaSat, 11a7; Sun, noona6

Sale: Through Feb. 29

Home furnishings are 25 percent off ; Nolita dining table, reg. $4,900, now $3,675.

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JENSEN-LEWIS

89 Seventh Ave., 212-929-4880

Hours: Mon to Sat, 10:30-7; Sun, noon-5:30

Sale: Through Feb. 20

To make room for the 2012 collection, a winter savings and clearance event will be taking place at the Chelsea showroom. Save up to 70 percent on premium Italian- and American-made furniture and get savings on a variety of sofas, sectionals, dining tables, home office furniture and more.

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PROPERTY

14 Wooster St., 917-237-0123

Hours: Mon-Fri, 10 am-6 pm; Sat. noon-6 pm

Sale: Through Feb. 11

At this biannual sale, all new orders are 20 percent off and floor models are reduced by up to 60 percent. La Lounge chair, reg. $3,200, now $1,900; lacquered Twist table, reg. $550, now $400.

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SHEHERAZADE

121 Orchard St., 212-539-1771

Hours: Mon a Fri, 11am – 7pm; Sat and Sun, noon-7 pm

Sale: Through Feb. 12

Save up to 50 percent off furniture, ottomans, Ikat and Suzani pillows, mirrors, lighting and much more. Syrian Bench, reg. $1,395, now $1,116; Ikat pillow, reg. $150, now $105.

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