Design & Discovery 2024

Haworth and Van Andel Institute invite you to a unique evening, one merging contemporary furniture design with the classical shapes of modern fashion. Held on June 20 at the legendary Haworth headquarters and showroom in Holland, Michigan, Design & Discovery will unlock your imagination and ignite your passion — all in the name of research.

The runway will feature a special fashion presentation by the luxury specialists at Leigh’s, including a stunning look at the 2024 Spring/Summer collection, along with a one-of-a-kind fashion show from world-renowned luxury Italian brand, Max Mara. Guests will be treated to a seated dinner, music by AB, hors d’oeuvres, artisan cocktails, complimentary swag bags and a Max Mara VIP shopping experience. All guests will receive a Max Mara gift card and 10% of all sales from the evening will benefit VAI.

All proceeds from Design & Discovery will benefit VAI’s biomedical research and science education initiatives.

The event will partially take place outdoors. Cocktail attire and comfortable shoes are suggested.

Event Committee:

Franco and Alessandra Bianchi

Dominique and Julie DeNooyer

Jeff and Ann Harten

Matthew and Jennifer Haworth

Paul and Anne Nemschoff

David and Carol Van Andel

Kurt Vander Schuur

Scott and Rebecca Wierda