Dwell with Dignity’s The STUDIO (formerly Thrift Studio), presented by Amazon, raised $145,000 at its VIP Premiere Party on April 9, drawing more than 300 guests from Dallas’ design, business and philanthropic communities for the kickoff of the organization’s highly anticipated month-long pop-up. Now in its 15th year, The STUDIO is open to the public through May 9 at 1833 E. Levee St. in the Dallas Design District.
The energy at the Premiere Party reflected what The STUDIO has become over 15 years: one of Dallas’ most celebrated spring events at the intersection of design, community and purpose. Every dollar raised goes directly to Dwell with Dignity’s mission of transforming homes and lives for families after experiencing homelessness and poverty.
“The STUDIO exists because a well-designed home is not a luxury—it’s a lifeline,” said Teresa Charnock, Executive Director of Dwell with Dignity. “Research confirms that thoughtfully designed spaces measurably reduce stress, support emotional recovery and restore dignity. For families rebuilding after experiencing homelessness and poverty, that changes everything. When you shop The STUDIO, you are part of that transformation.”
Amazon returns as Presenting Sponsor of The STUDIO, deepening a partnership that has helped generate more than $1.5 million in merchandise sales and supported life-changing home transformations for 72 Dallas families.
"At Amazon, we invest in organizations that create lasting solutions for families in our community," said Vickie Yakunin, Amazon’s head of community engagement in Texas. "Through our continued partnership with Dwell with Dignity and The STUDIO, we're supporting their work to create thoughtfully designed spaces that foster stability and long-term opportunity for families across Dallas."
The STUDIO features seven of Dallas’ most sought-after interior designers, each with a distinct aesthetic. Each designer has transformed their space into a fully styled room vignette filled with donated and curated furniture, art, accessories and housewares—all at deeply discounted prices.
The 2026 designer lineup includes:
- Ashleigh Graber Design
- Graham + Co Interiors | Sarah Graham
- Living Luxury Lab by MxD Interiors
- Roco and Xander by Amara Home Designs
- Studio 11 Design
- Studio Thomas James
- Yates Desygn
The 2026 event is chaired by Jean Liu, Jean Liu Design, with Art Chair Kendall Bardin.
THE STUDIO IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Tuesday–Saturday | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Through May 9, 2026
1833 E. Levee St., Dallas, TX 75207
Free admission
Insider tip: Visit on Tuesdays. The STUDIO team spends every Monday refreshing and restocking the space—meaning Tuesday shoppers get a completely renewed experience every week.
100 percent of sales benefit Dwell with Dignity’s mission.
ABOUT THE STUDIO
The STUDIO (formerly Thrift Studio) is Dwell with Dignity’s flagship fundraising event. Now in its 15th year, the month-long pop-up features designer-created vignettes showcasing donated home furnishings, décor and artwork available for purchase at significant discounts. The STUDIO supports Dwell with Dignity’s mission to create fully furnished homes and community spaces for families across Dallas.
ABOUT DWELL WITH DIGNITY
Founded in 2009, Dwell with Dignity is a Dallas-based nonprofit with a mission to transform lives through design. By providing and installing interiors for family homes and community spaces for individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness, the transformations inspire people to lead their best lives and thrive in a safe, functional and beautiful environment. Dwell with Dignity has completed more than 285 home design projects and 55 community spaces, and in 2025 the organization served more than 3,000 people through its home and community projects. The nonprofit is backed by the support of over 100 designers, 1,100 dedicated volunteers and 150 sponsors and donors.
PHOTOS: BRET REDMAN