Design enthusiasts looking for a unique South Florida getaway can head to Coral Gables on September 22, 2026, for the inaugural Day of Design. Running from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., the afternoon-into-evening promenade brings together a curated collection of local showrooms, designers, tastemakers, and entrepreneurs to celebrate craftsmanship and the city’s burgeoning design scene.

Day of Design Coral Gables: A Celebration of Craftsmanship, Culture, and Heritage

 

Serving as Coral Gables’ first official design district experience, visitors can explore interactive panels, creative workshops, and immersive showroom events hosted by founding partners Maison Mischief, Scavolini, and Maison & Co. The program also features special event programming at the historic Coral Gables Museum, presented with support from media partner Coral Gables Magazine.

 

Produced by Cordero Consulting LLC, this inaugural event marks the start of a new annual tradition intended to highlight Coral Gables as a premier destination for elevated living, architecture, and design.

 

Travelers and attendees can reserve their spot and view full event details by registering at Luma.com/DayofDesign.

Whether you are visiting for the day or extending your stay, the surrounding neighborhood and greater region offer a rich tapestry of history, culture, and culinary excellence to discover. Here are some places to explore after a great day of inspiration at Day of Design.

 

Design Guide: Exploring Coral Gables & Beyond

 

Extend your Day of Design visit by exploring the rich architectural heritage, foundational Black history, vibrant museums, Bahamian cultural roots, and acclaimed Black-owned restaurants across Coral Gables and Greater Miami.

 

Architectural Landmarks & Museums

• Coral Gables Museum: Anchoring the city’s historic downtown, this museum spotlights local history, urban design, and civic architecture.
• Mediterranean Revival District & International Villages: Built in the 1920s by founder George Merrick, architect Phineas Paist, and landscape architect Denman Fink, featuring barrel-tile roofs, stucco façades, local coral rock limestone, and seven themed international villages.
• Historic Hotels: Visit the iconic Biltmore Hotel and Hotel Colonnade Coral Gables along Miracle Mile.
• Historic Overtown Landmarks: Explore the Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater and the Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum nearby.

 

Bahamian Culture & Deep Roots

• Little Bahamas of Coconut Grove: Located just adjacent to Coral Gables, this historic enclave was settled in the late 1800s by Black Bahamian pioneers who constructed much of the region’s early physical infrastructure. Historic sites include the Mariah Brown House (built 1890).
• Bahamian Culinary Heritage: Experience authentic Bahamian foodways—from conch fritters and citrus-marinated conch salad to Bahamian souse—that remain integral to South Florida’s food culture.

 

Black History & Cultural Legacy

• Foundational Pioneers: Black Bahamian and Southern laborers played a critical role in early Miami and Coral Gables infrastructure and municipal incorporation in 1896.
• Historic Virginia Key Beach Park: A sacred coastal site that served as Miami’s designated beach for African Americans during segregation, now preserving civil rights history and coastal beauty.
• Corporate & Community Leadership: Bacardi North America Headquarters (2701 LeJeune Rd, Coral Gables) actively supports Black culinary entrepreneurs and inclusion initiatives.

 

Must-Visit Black-Owned Restaurants

• Red Rooster Overtown: Elevated soul food, Caribbean flavors, and local art in Historic Overtown.
• Rosie’s: Chef-driven Southern-American brunch with Italian influences, helmed by Chefs Akino and Jamila West.
• Chef Creole Seasoned Kitchen: Founded by Chef Wilkinson “Ken” Sejour, serving iconic Bahamian and Haitian specialties including stew conch, fried red snapper, and griot.
• Jackson Soul Food: Legendary institution for classic Southern breakfast, fried catfish, and smothered pork chops.
• Ocean Social: Coastal dining highlighting African and Caribbean influences led by Chef Tristen Epps.
• Bar ONE: Waterfront Afro-Cuban and Caribbean dining by restaurateur Peter Thomas.
• The Lincoln Eatery Gems: Featuring Black-owned concepts including Café des Fleurs (French bakery by Nahomie Jean Louis), SIMPLYGOODPIZZA (community pizza concept by Max Pierre), and C-Food Shack (Bahamian seafood by Chef Laron Culmer).