Newport Lamp & Shade Company is hosting a special book signing with architect and author Thomas A. Kligerman to celebrate his new book, Summer by the Sea: Cottages from Watch Hill to Little Compton, on Wednesday, August 5th from 10:00–11:00 a.m. at the Newport showroom at 11 Memorial Boulevard.
Event overview
Join us at Newport Lamp & Shade Company for a morning of design inspiration as we welcome Thomas A. Kligerman, acclaimed architect and author of Summer by the Sea: Cottages from Watch Hill to Little Compton. This intimate book signing will take place on Wednesday, August 5th, from 10:00–11:00 a.m. at our Newport, Rhode Island showroom at 11 Memorial Boulevard.
About Summer by the Sea
Published by Monacelli, Summer by the Sea is the first book devoted to Rhode Island’s storied seaside cottages—from Watch Hill to Little Compton—along the Atlantic coast. Through richly photographed interiors and exteriors, the book explores shingle-style architecture, layered interiors, and the timeless atmosphere of New England summer houses shaped by generations of family life.
Why this event is a must for design lovers
For design-conscious homeowners, architects, and interior designers, this book signing is a rare opportunity to connect directly with the creative mind behind some of Rhode Island’s most evocative coastal homes. Guests will be able to have copies of Summer by the Sea signed, ask questions about shingle-style architecture and coastal design, and gather ideas for bringing a relaxed seaside sensibility into their own interiors.
Newport, Rhode Island coastal design connection
Newport Lamp & Shade Company was founded with a passion for thoughtfully crafted lighting and warm, welcoming interiors, making our showroom a fitting backdrop for a celebration of Rhode Island’s iconic coastal cottages. Just steps from Newport’s waterfront, our space is designed to feel like an inviting home—ideal for exploring how lighting, materials, and furnishings contribute to the layered coastal aesthetic showcased in Kligerman’s book.
Event details and RSVP information
The Summer by the Sea book signing with Thomas Kligerman will be held on Wednesday, August 5th, from 10:00–11:00 a.m. at Newport Lamp & Shade Company, 11 Memorial Boulevard, Newport, RI 02840. Space is limited for this one-hour event, so we encourage guests to arrive promptly; for questions or to inquire about reserving a signed copy, contact the showroom using the text number listed on our website.
How this event complements your home and lighting projects
Whether you’re refreshing a single room or planning a full coastal retreat, Summer by the Sea offers visual guidance on balancing architecture, light, and materials in a way that feels relaxed yet refined. After the signing, guests are invited to explore our curated lighting collections and custom lampshade offerings, using ideas from the book to inform choices that echo the soft, atmospheric quality of seaside cottages along the Rhode Island coast.
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