Our annual Open House will take place October 25 – November 1, 2025 and is an exclusive opportunity to mix, mingle, and explore the latest in fall/holiday florals and décor. Our guest artist and designer-in-residence, Marlin Hargrove, AIFD, PFCI, AAF of Atlanta, will share his creative vision and unique perspective of the floral industry.
A full schedule and details to follow.
Meet the Designer: Marlin Hargrove, AIFD, PFCI, AAF
With more than 40 years of experience, Marlin has established himself as an influential leader in the floral industry.
He is a graduate of Georgia Southern University with a BBA in Marketing and received formal design training through his studies with several floral design institutions. In addition to his years in the retail sector, his career is well-rounded, having held management and design positions in both the wholesale and manufacturing levels of the industry. This exposure led to many opportunities, from personnel management and visual merchandising to product development, procurement, and promotion.
He is the owner and creative director of Marlin Hargrove Designs, LLC, and serves as a design consultant for the Pete Garcia Company, Atlanta. Capitalizing on his varied experience, he brings to the table a realistic perspective balancing the constantly changing world market with the challenges that face today’s floral artisans.
He is an active member of the American Institute of Floral Designers, the Professional Floral Communicators-International and the American Academy of Floriculture. As Marlin carves out a new professional path, he maintains a busy schedule of traveling and sharing his passion for flowers through his unique style and candor.
