Recognition Highlights Designer's Hands-On Approach to Outdoor Furniture and Material Innovation

Dallas, TX (PRUnderground) October 12th, 2026

Brandon Kershner, Partner and Vice President of Design at Azzurro Living, has been named to Furniture Today's Home Furnishings 500, an annual index honoring the 500 most influential leaders across the home furnishings industry. Recognized within the Outdoor Living category, the honor highlights Kershner's impact on contemporary exterior design and his role in establishing Azzurro Living as a leader in luxury outdoor environments.

Kershner, who holds a Master of Arts from London Metropolitan University, co-founded Dallas-based Azzurro Living in 2020. Under his creative direction, the brand has built a reputation for blending architectural proportions, intricate hand-weaving, and durable, weather-resistant materials. Working directly alongside master artisans, Kershner oversees every detail from initial concept through frame engineering and material manipulation. His design leadership previously earned Azzurro Living the 20th Annual Hospitality Design Award in the Outdoor Furnishings category for the Cozumel Club Chair.

"Building Azzurro Living has always been about elevating outdoor spaces with the same level of craftsmanship, comfort, and consideration given to interior architecture," said Kershner. "Being recognized by Furniture Today among such an incredible group of industry leaders is a testament to our team's dedication to thoughtful design and continuous material innovation."

The recognition comes as Azzurro Living prepares for its largest brand expansion to date. This fall, the company debuts its first-ever designer partnership, collaborating with acclaimed designer Thom Filicia on an outdoor furniture collection. Blurring the lines between indoor sophistication and outdoor performance, the Thom Filicia x Azzurro Living collection officially launches October 17-21 at High Point Market. The launch features a special panel discussion, A New Wave of Outdoor Design, on October 18 from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. at Azzurro's Broad Hall showroom (300 W. Broad Ave.), featuring Thom Filicia, Brandon Kershner, and House Beautiful's Carisha Swanson.

ABOUT AZZURRO LIVING

Founded in 2020, Azzurro Living brings a modern perspective to luxury outdoor furniture through original design, honest materials, and artisanal handcraft. Designed for high-end residential and commercial hospitality environments, Azzurro Living collections balance architectural lines, tactile materiality, and weather-ready performance. For more information, visit azzurroliving.com.