Ashlee Harrison: From Mega Gallery Powerhouse to Intimate Salon Curator

Join Fernando Mastrangelo on Design Discord for an in-depth conversation with Ashlee Harrison, powerhouse in collectible design. From helping establish Carpenters Workshop Gallery in the US to launching her own private salon Thirty8East in a historic Upper East Side brownstone, Ashlee brings unparalleled insight into the world of functional sculpture, curation, and cultural storytelling.Topics include the maturing collectible design market, working with legendary designers, the power of intimacy over scale, fair experiences, and practical advice for collectors and creatives.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro01:01 – State of Collectible Design Today02:43 – Advisors vs. Interior Designers03:36 – Joining Carpenters Workshop Young05:25 – Early Responsibilities & Building the Business06:35 – Market Expansions to LA, SF & Aspen09:21 – Defining Collectible vs. Fine Furniture11:35 – Collaborating with Artists like Campana Brothers & Studio Drift18:33 – Transition to Thirty8East Salon20:20 – The Salon Experience: By Appointment, Storytelling & Coffee29:48 – Value of Design Fairs & Relationships34:29 – Market Cycles, COVID Impact & Slow Growth39:56 – Future of Her Career & Excitement Ahead48:10 – Advice for Young DesignersPerfect for anyone interested in design, art, collecting, or building a meaningful creative career.Follow Design Discord on Spotify for more. Support the show and share with a fellow design lover!#CollectibleDesign #DesignPodcast #Thirty8East #AshleeHarrison