Kimberly Hodges Art & Design Brings Cozy Maximalist Charm and Whimsical Wonder to NY NOW 2026
ASHEVILLE, NC — This August, artist Kimberly Hodges brings the layered, color-rich spirit of Western North Carolina to New York City for NY NOW 2026. Through Kimberly Hodges Art & Design, she will showcase a joyful collection of home décor, gifts, and lifestyle pieces designed to turn everyday spaces into storytelling sanctuaries.
Rooted in what she calls “cozy maximalism,” Hodges’ work is all about abundance with intention—pieces that invite you to linger, notice, and feel. Her designs weave together bold botanical imagery, playful characters, and deeply considered color palettes, balancing fine art sensibility with functional, livable design. The result is work that feels layered, warm, and just a little bit magical.
The collection at NY NOW will include signature floral works, standalone statement pieces, the newest Petit Collection, and seasonal designs. Each piece reflects Hodges’ hands-on studio process and her ongoing commitment to bringing expressive, high- character design to independent boutiques and curated gift shops.
Retailers, editors, and design lovers are invited to step into the world of Kimberly Hodges Art & Design throughout the NY NOW market.
About Kimberly Hodges Art & Design
Based in Western North Carolina, Kimberly Hodges Art & Design is an artist-led studio creating whimsical, cozy-maximalist home goods, gifts, and lifestyle pieces. The brand blends fine art foundations with a love of everyday beauty—focused on color, comfort, and objects that carry personality and story.
Kimberly Hodges Stevens is an internationally recognized artist and product designer with more than 30 years of studio practice across ceramics, painting, and wood. Her work brings these disciplines together into sculptural home accents and collectible objects known for their vibrant color and botanical, figurative themes.
Her design journey spans decades: from running the wholesale brand Queen’s Crescent (1997–2004), to licensing tabletop and stationery designs worldwide (2004– 2012), to building a devoted following through her Etsy shop Goldfish Marmalade (2012–2024). After the disruptions and lasting impact of Hurricane Helene in September 2024, she returned to wholesale in 2025 with a new body of work—bold acrylic pieces inspired by her original wood cutouts.
Today, her studio practice continues to evolve, blending craft, color, and storytelling into work meant to be lived with, collected, and enjoyed.