IIDA NY Chapter

IIDA NY Chapter

visit our web site: http:www.iidany.org

22/07/2024

It’s been about a month since the IIDA Albany City Center’s Carnival For A Cause event in Schenectady, NY, and everyone had a blast! Thanks to everyone who attended, a large donation was collected for the renovation of the Pediatric Room at St. Margaret’s Center. Carnival games, food, and fun were a hit for our design community.

Thank you to all who attended and to the sponsors who made the event happen!

BuffCon 2024 17/07/2024

IIDA NY's Buffcon is Back! This September 19th in Buffalo, NY, promises to be a premier event for industry professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Scheduled to take place at the Buffalo Powerhouse, the show will feature a diverse array of exhibitors showcasing the latest trends, innovative products, and cutting-edge technologies in interior design.

Secure your ticket and join us: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/buffcon-2024-registration-928064504917

BuffCon 2024 IIDA Buffalo's 9th Annual BuffCon - WNY's largest commercial interior design trade show.

Nurturing An Equitable Workplace 12/07/2024

How can we become advocates for equity at work?

Check out what Equity Council Co-Chairs Shawnasia Black and Raphael Williams have to say about the importance of being an ally in the workplace at the link below.

Nurturing An Equitable Workplace An equitable workplace embraces principles of fairness and inclusivity to cultivate a genuine sense of belonging among all employees.

09/07/2024

Do you have an IIDA NY member in mind who you feel deserves recognition for their hard work?

Send us a message or comment below with your nominations for our next !

Photos from IIDA NY Chapter's post 26/06/2024

Today we’re putting the spotlight our amazing platinum sponsors! With their generous support, it helps our members celebrate design, encourage collaboration, share knowledge, and advocate for the interior design community. Their support allows us to continue hosting our signature events and long-standing programs, while also focusing efforts to strengthen the future of interior design.

Thank you to our IIDA NY 2024 Platinum Sponsors:

Mohawk Group | Platinum Sponsor
Mohawk Group

WB Wood | Platinum Sponsor
WB Wood

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Head to our website for details!
https://iidany.org

Photos from IIDA NY Chapter's post 24/06/2024

IIDA NY's Syracuse City Center is ready to Set Sail and host their annual design community appreciation event!

Central New York designers come together to celebrate a year of success and growth in our industry.
Each year they raise money for a local organization. This year the organization is Habitat for Humanity of Syracuse Syracuse Habitat for Humanity

Sponsorship Opportunities are open now
General Admission Tickets go on sale June 24th

See link below for more information!

https://ow.ly/V1sS50SnyU3

17/06/2024

Have you registered for the IIDA NY Volunteer Fair?

This event gathers representatives from every IIDA NY committee so you can gain a better understanding of our volunteer opportunities! From sustainability forums to signature event planning — there is something for everyone.

Join us on June 26th from 5:30-8 PM at the Flos & Louis Poulsen Showroom 135 Madison Avenue #2 Floor.

Register now: https://iidany.org/event/2024-iida-ny-volunteer-fair/

14/06/2024

IIDA NY has pulled together some incredible events throughout the years! Check out these shots from years past — can you spot some familiar faces?

12/06/2024

We can confidently say that the 2024 Leaders Breakfast® was a success! Thank you to all who joined us for an incredible morning as we congregated as a group and listened to Cassi Chandler's impactful and powerful message!

Special thanks to our Leaders Breakfast Committee and our Pre-Event Sponsors for making this event possible.

10/06/2024

Want to get involved with IIDA NY but don’t know where to start?

Come to the Annual Volunteer Fair and meet our co-chairs & committee members!

Representatives from all committees will be in attendance to answer questions and bring you up to speed on the purpose of their team. Discover how each committee works within IIDA NY, their goals for moving the community forward, and how you can get involved!

This year's event will be held at the Flos & Louis Poulsen Showroom 135 Madison Avenue #2 Floor.

Wednesday, June 26th 5:30 - 8 pm.

Register today: https://iidany.org/event/2024-iida-ny-volunteer-fair/

Photos from IIDA NY Chapter's post 31/05/2024

"I joined IIDA to build a greater sense of connection within our design community and also to further my knowledge within the A&D community as a whole."

It's safe to say Mackenzie Ralph has achieved this goal over her time in IIDA NY and as a member of the Leaders Breakfast® Committee.

With a fierce commitment to education, collaboration, and community-building, we are so grateful to have Mackenzie as an IIDA NY member!

17/05/2024

📢 Calling all new members 📢

You're invited to a New Members Happy Hour at Outer Heaven on May 23rd from 5:30-8:30 PM!

Head to the link below for more information. We can't wait to welcome you to IIDA NY!

https://iidany.org/event/iida-ny-new-member-welcome-committee/

Photos from IIDA NY Chapter's post 16/05/2024

There is plenty to be excited about as IIDA NY Salon: The Artificial Creative approaches. This salon brings together a diverse panel of experts to explore how AI is revolutionizing the creative process in the design industry, and we can't wait to have this conversation with you!

Swipe to see just some of the panelists and thought leaders who will be joining us — with more to come!

Get your ticket today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iida-ny-salon-the-artificial-creative-tickets-891828762837

13/05/2024

Save the date and join us for the vendor showcase event, Carnival For A Cause, on June 6th in Schenectady, NY!

All proceeds will assist in the renovation of the Pediatric Family Room at St. Margaret’s Center in Albany. Registration opens May 16th!

10/05/2024

The IIDA NY Catalyst Committee, in partnership with the College Ambassadors Committee, launched the Design Student Laptop Program in 2021. This program was born out of a desire to assist students in accredited design programs to acquire the necessary tools for their studies.

This program changes lives, and we are proud to help students reach their goals.

If you are interested in supporting future students like Lydia, Taejron, and Louisa, head to: https://iidany.org/action/catalyst-committee/

06/05/2024

IIDA NY Leaders Breakfast® is this week, and ticket sales close in a few days! Don’t miss the opportunity to network with the NY design community, celebrate design excellence and our 2023 honoree, and be enlightened by our keynote speaker, Cassi Chandler.

We hope to see you on May 11th at Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers. Visit the link below to secure your ticket!

Herman Miller, Knoll Inc., Interior Design Magazine, MillerKnoll



https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iida-ny-leaders-breakfast-2024-tickets-864192822997

02/05/2024

We are excited to announce an upcoming conversation on the Artificial Creative, a cross-creative industry discussion that will explore the impact of AI on the Design Community. Join IIDA NY and our group of experts to discuss the possibilities and obstacles for creatives, clients, and users, the importance of AI ethics, and everything in between.

What is the risk and reward of a limitless world?

Save the date and stay tuned for more details!
May 22nd 2024 | 5:30 pm-8 pm
Location: ARPER, NY Showroom, 476 Broadway, Suite 2F New York, NY, 10013

NYCxDESIGN

01/05/2024

Two weeks left to get your tickets to join the NY design community for the IIDA NY Leaders Breakfast®!

Hear from our keynote speaker, Cassi Chandler, as she draws from her personal experiences breaking barriers, leading diverse teams, and building cultures of motivational leadership and inclusivity at some of the world’s most important organizations.

Visit the link below to get your tickets today!

Herman Miller, Knoll Inc., Interior Design Magazine, MillerKnoll

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iida-ny-leaders-breakfast-2024-tickets-864192822997

Photos from IIDA NY Chapter's post 24/04/2024

"Here's a fun little tidbit about me: my name, Paridhi, has its roots in Sanskrit, where it technically means "perimeter of a circle." It's like a subtle hint that I was destined to be in the world of design before I even realized it!"

Paridhi is IIDA NY's Assistant VP of Student Development and, just as her name suggests, lives and breathes all things design! Click through to learn how she went from a student seeking a free meal to advocating for the interior design profession and supporting students across the state!

23/04/2024

Experience an evening like never before with music, captivating entertainment, and delicious food and drinks. ✨ Let the moonlight guide you on a journey of discovery and wonder as you catch up with all of your favorite designers in Buffalo!

Join us for a night filled with networking, fun activities, all-you-can-eat and drink, and a surprise goodie bag at the end of the night.

Get your ticket at the link below!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/moonlight-mystique-tickets-872464874927?aff=oddtdtcreator

17/04/2024

We are so grateful for each and every member of IIDA NY. You make this chapter what it is — a collaborative and inspiring group of industry advocates!

Thank you for being an IIDA NY member.

15/04/2024

It's time to draft an action plan for your firm's JEDI work! At Session 3 of IIDA NY Equity Council's Action Lab Series, we'll help you fill out the steps needed to advance your JEDI project so you can return to your firm ready to take action!

Sign up at the link below, we can't wait to see you there!

https://iidany.org/event/equity-council-action-lab-series-session-3/

09/04/2024

This year’s IIDA NY Leaders Breakfast® keynote speaker is a must-experience!

Cassi Chandler, founder, president, and CEO of Vigeo Alliance, and the FBI’s first African American female Special Agent Assistant Director. Visit the link below to get your tickets!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iida-ny-leaders-breakfast-2024-tickets-864192822997

08/04/2024

Two icons, one great night!
The second Pioneering Design® event of 2024 offers a look at the careers of these two pioneers of interior design: Cindy Allen and Cheryl Durst.

Join us on April 10 for a night of conversation and learning from two of the best in the business. Get your tickets at the link below!

https://iidany.org/signature-events/pioneering-design-series/

05/04/2024

We are so grateful for each and every member of IIDA NY. You make this chapter what it is — a collaborative and inspiring group of industry advocates!

Thank you for being a member of IIDA NY.

LMNOP: BLOOM YOUR BRAND 01/04/2024

This Thursday, join IIDA NY’s LMNOP committee for Bloom Your Brand, a workshop about the importance of a thoughtful online presence for professional growth.

Led by Emma Tessler, founder and CEO of Ninety Five Media, this event will empower attendees as they discover the art of defining a personal brand.

Get your tickets today:

LMNOP: BLOOM YOUR BRAND LMNOP Spring Workshop

29/03/2024

IIDA NY is proud to announce our second Pioneering Design event of the year: Untold Parallels in Design: An Intimate Conversation Between Cheryl & Cindy

This event brings together two Icons in our industry as they discuss their parallels, differences, and unique design insights for what’s next.

Grab your tickets today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pioneering-design-untold-parallels-in-design-tickets-864193404737?aff=oddtdtcreator

Photos from IIDA NY Chapter's post 28/03/2024

The inaugural IIDA NY Career Night was a hit! From mock interviews and portfolio reviews to open forums and a headshot studio, students were given the opportunity to network with industry professionals and make connections as they enter the workforce!

Team Student Development would like to extend a huge 'thank you' to those who made this event possible. Swipe to see our event sponsors and the professional gurus who helped bring together an incredible night.

We'll see you next year,

Elisabeth Mejia and Robin Reigi (Co VP's Student Development)

Photos from IIDA NY Chapter's post 27/03/2024

Check out these great shots from our recent Student Project Pin Up event at Burchfield Penney Art Center! Thanks to all the students who showcased their work and the industry pros who provided them with insightful feedback.

IIDA NY Leaders Breakfast® 2024 21/03/2024

Tickets are on sale now for IIDA NY Leaders Breakfast®. Join us for networking with industry colleagues, a celebration of design excellence, and to meet our 2023 honoree. Our keynote speaker will be Cassi Chandler, motivational leadership expert.

Visit the link below to reserve your spot and learn more about pre-event sponsorship opportunities!

IIDA NY Leaders Breakfast® 2024 Inspiring Keynotes / Design Leaders / Business Innovators

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