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October 2021
The Sustainable Furnishings Council Presents: The Green Ribbon Awards
Discover which new products at High Point Market were awarded this year's "Green Ribbon" based on their design, sustainability, and ingenuity. Judges are Sustainable Furnishings Council Ambassadors. Join us for a lively and informative discussion with John Douglas Eason, Laurence Carr, IFDA, and Anelle Gandelman…
Find out more »The Big Shift: Why Circular Design is the Way of the Future
The next generation of consumers are more mindful about the environment and climate change than ever before, and demand is high for the furnishings industry to shift from the linear make-take-toss lifecycle into more circular and sustainable practices. Join circular design expert Laurence Carr, IFDA,…
Find out more »3 Distinct Views – One Eco-Focused Goal
Join Laurence Carr, IFDA, Nancy Fire, IFDA, and Jennifer Levy as they discuss their sustainable lifestyle perspectives, tips for shopping sustainably, and favorite High Point Market sustainable sources. They’ll also share their unique visions for the curated room design exhibits created for the Sustainability Stories…
Find out more »Beyond Boundaries, Expanding the Creative Process
Not all designers follow a straight and narrow path to their career. In fact, many of the most gifted designers explore various creative genres before finding their true calling. Similarly, many interior designers find success and gratification in the design of products and special events.…
Find out more »Designer Meet & Greet – Sustainability Stories at Center Stage
Come celebrate and experience the spaces designed by Laurence Carr, IFDA, Nancy Fire, IFDA, and Jennifer Levy as part of the Sustainability Stories program. Sourcing from High Point Market exhibitors, these curated vignettes elegantly incorporate sustainable elements, capturing the variety of creative ways an eco-friendly…
Find out more »Emerging Voices, Fresh Perspective and Innovation Vision
Too often our industry discourse is focused on a small circle of speakers and the same topics and points of view over and over. We need fresh ideas and concepts to reinvigorate our practice of design. This panel includes three generations of practitioners and will…
Find out more »How to Get More Sales by Giving Your Customers Homework
Homework? Yes! This is an untapped tool to keep customers who are missing a fundamental element in their decision-making process from continuing to shop your competition...and buy from YOU. Come and learn how easy it can be for you customer say YES by keeping them…
Find out more »Style Spotters 10th Anniversary Reunion
Stacy Garcia, IFDA and Nancy Fire, IFDA have been a Style Spotters at High Point in the past, it’s a reunion for those who have been Style Spotters at High Point throughout the years. Stacy Garcia, IFDA Nancy Fire, IFDA
Find out more »Alexa Hampton Celebrates the High Point Debut of Markham Roberts at Theodore Alexander, IFDA Industry Partner
Alexa Hampton invites you to the High Point debut of her long time friend, Elle Décor A-List & AD100 Designer, Markham Roberts. He will be signing copies of his beloved books, Notes on Decorating and Decorating The Way I See It. The Theodore Alexander…
Find out more »Eco-Friendly Manufacturing: A look behind the scenes
Join Nancy Fire, IFDA, as she dives into the world of sustainability in manufacturing with Brian Brigham of Kaleen Rugs, Jay Hertwig of Unifi, Inc., Jason Phillips of The Phillips Collection, and Erin Weston of Weston Farms. Featuring behind-the-scenes updates from these manufacturers who have…
Find out more »Pivot to Progress: How 3D Technology is Transforming our Design Industry
Join this designer discussion to learn how the design community can upgrade their workflows using 3D art. Discover how to better communicate with clients in a new way, using existing 3D assets from your favorite suppliers. Deliver beautiful imagery before projects are executed. Learn how…
Find out more »Women Leaders of Design
WithIt Presents: Women Leaders of Design This panel introduces five future icons design, Jane Dagmi, Kelli Ellis, Nancy Fire, IFDA, Stacy Garcia, IFDA, and Victoria Sanchez. Gary Inman, IFDA will join as moderator. The story of women in design is one of triumph over adversity.…
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