My List of Blog and Design Conferences
UPDATED: Design Events Across the Country for 2024: Time to update your calendar.
Top 10 Conferences and Design Events You Should Attend If You Are an Interior Designer or Decor Blogger.
I am often asked about what conferences I am attending this year, and what about the others.
So I thought, what if I had a list of some of the latest conferences for interior design and blogging in one spot so you could find one near you to attend? I have created this list for your use. These are conferences that I attend, this is my personal list for you.
Get out of your chair, and get on a plane!
I know it is important to get out of the office and learn from others in your industry so I try to schedule at least 2 events a year to travel to. Any more than that is gravy. Networking Skills are part of the business. These conferences and markets are some of the best opportunities to meet new people and brands to discuss opportunities, common issues, and practices. There will be a time when you will need someone to help you finish a project on time. It’s always good to have someone trusted that you can call.
Luxury Design Summit: Cape Cod
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Notable Design happenings for 2024- regional design fairs I have on my calendar - New York to Miami
10 conferences and design events to attend this year if you are an interior designer or decor blogger. Take a look, you may find a few to add to your calandar
NYNOW
KBIS
International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF)
BDNY
ICFF
Luxury Home Design Summit
Modernism Week
Dwell on Design
High Point Market
Field and Supply
Maison & Objet
These are just a few of the many conferences and design events that are available to interior designers and decor bloggers. By attending these events, you can learn about the latest trends and innovations in your industry, network with other professionals, and gain inspiration for your own work.
NY NOW is the market for home, lifestyle, handmade, and gifts. It's the market for the premier retailer to stand out from the competition. With over 23,000 anticipated attendees, NY NOW is a must-attend show for retail buyers and shoppers looking to find high sell-through products that cannot be found anywhere else. >> More Information on this market event
( NYC | Aug. 4-7 2024)
KBIS 2025 Kitchen and Bath Trade Show- feb 25-Feb 27 | Las vegas
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America's largest trade show dedicated to all aspects of kitchen and bath design. It takes place in Las Vegas, and Orlando every February. With thousands of exhibitors from around the world, the expansive show floor is filled with the newest design solutions and an opportunity to expand your network of resources from over 600 leading brands. The future of the kitchen is here.
There is also an extensive educational programs, events, a LEED showhouse and it is the best place to catch up on the latest trends and technology.
>> More Information on what we saw last year
( Las Vegas, NV | Feb. 25 - 27 )
April
High Point Market: Spring April 22-26 | High Point, NC
HPMkt Insiders Tour-dvd Interior Design
Here’s my “ Insiders Guide To Navigating High Point Market” like a Pro. High Point Market is like fashion week for the Home.
Can anyone go to High Point Market?
Unfortunately, this is a TTT (To The Trade) only Event not intended for the public, It occurs 2 times a year, Spring and Fall Market.
Don’t worry if you can’t go, we’ve got you covered by offering a recap for you. It’s everything from panels on business practices to book signings to sourcing, this is what I’m looking forward to.
Spring Market is always a must-visit for the latest in Home Decor.
(High Point Market, High Point, NC April 22-26 )
May
LUXURY HOME DESIGN SUMMIT : May 23- 25
The Luxury Home Design Summit, presented with New England Home magazine and Esteem Media, the event organizing team for the Design Influencers Conference, is presenting its 4th year as the conference for networking and teachings from some of today’s leaders in the luxury home design industry who run, own, manage or aspire to lead home design businesses around the country.
This is hyperlocal for New England Home Magazine, and a fun event for networking and new industry contacts to improve your business.
I have been an ambassador for this event for the first two years it was presented and can recommend it to anyone in the NE area. This unique event is focused on helping passionate and creative architects, interior design principals, landscape architects and designers, builders, contractors, showroom operators, and suppliers that serve the luxury design market. Summit programming will help these professionals develop foundational market knowledge, business vision, key skills, problem-solving, and community by providing face-to-face access to leading experts on innovation, affluent consumers, effective leadership, and maximizing performance.
One of my fave speakers on for Marketing
Some of my favorite photographers, designers and mill shops from NE are in the audience.
(Cape Cod Massachusetts, May 23 - 25, 2024)
International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) - MAY 18-20 | NYC
For over 30 years, ICFF has built a solid reputation as North America’s platform for global design. With its emphasis on original and sustainable design, ICFF presents a broad range of furnishing products for residential, contract, and hospitality from across the globe to showcase the newest frontier of what’s best and what’s in the luxury design market.
ICFF : dvd Interior Design
Expanding with the market it serves, ICFF has joined forces with WantedDesign and Boutiques Design to showcase together in the Jacob Javitz Convention Center in Manhattan and takes place every May
This is the largest furniture show in North America . ICFF attendees are the architects, interior designers, developers, and visual merchandisers who drive North America’s high-end interior marketplace. The Fair is also a resource for thousands of retail buyers representing the best in luxury retail establishments. Industry decision-makers come to ICFF to find new and unique ideas and concepts and to find inspiration and innovation.>> More Information
( New York City- Javitz Center, May 18 - 20 , 2025)
Field + Supply - MAY 27- 28 | Kingston, NY
Field + Supply is a pop-up modern makers market featuring thousands of products from dozens of skilled makers, artists, and designers including home goods, apparel, jewelry, pantry, apothecary & more.
Spring MRKT is a great opportunity to shop for unique and handmade goods, enjoy live music, and spend time with family and friends. The event will be held at the Hutton Brickyards in Kingston, NY, from Friday, May 26th to Sunday, May 28th.
The Spring MRKT will feature over 200 makers from the Hudson Valley and beyond. Visitors will be able to find a wide variety of goods, including art, jewelry, home goods, clothing, and food. There will also be live music, food trucks, and activities for the whole family.
The Spring MRKT is a great way to support local businesses and makers. It is also a fun and family-friendly event. Admission is free.
(Kingston, New York, May 26 - 28 2024)
September
Maison & Objet Sept. 5- 9
Maison & Objet is one of the largest and most important international trade shows for home and giftware. It takes place in Paris, France, twice a year, in January and September. The show features thousands of exhibitors from around the world, showcasing the latest home and giftware products and trends. There are also a variety of educational programs and events, making it a great place to learn about the latest trends and innovations in home and giftware design.
( September 05-09, 2024 ). also January 16-20, 2025. Paris
AD Architectural Digest Design Show has been canceled and rebranded.
Welcome to NY LUXURY DESIGN FAIR- Sept. 8-11 | NYC
4 DAYS. 400 BRANDS. COUNTLESS WAYS TO CELEBRATE DESIGN.
THIS EVENT IS ON HOLD. :(
A world of design inspiration awaits at the 21st annual design show #adds
The world's leading brands along with today's top talent come together in a carefully curated presentation of design, offering inspired vignettes by respected brands, design seminars, culinary demonstrations, and special appearances. From furniture, accessories, lighting, and art to kitchen, bath, and building projects, the show offers thousands of products to source and shop—both from independent makers and established manufacturers.
Make sure to follow dvdInteriordesgin on Instagram for highlights from this year’s show.
(New York, Javitz Center: ON HOLD TBA )
October
Modernism Week oct. 24 -27 | Palm Springs, CA
Modernism Week is a celebration of Mid-century modern design
This annual 11-day festival will feature more than 350 events including the Palm Springs Modernism Show, CAMP, and tours of iconic homes. Modernism Week is the place to see some of the most iconic mid-century furniture and architecture.
( Palm Springs, CA | Oct 24 - 27 - 2024 )
( Palm Springs, CA | Feb. 13 -23, 2025 )
DESIGN INFLUENCERS CONFERENCE 2025- October ( days tba) | Napa, California
ATTEND TO MEET THE BRANDS THAT WANT INFLUENCERS, STAY FOR THE COMMUNITY
“ The Design Influencers Conference is the only conference specifically focused on the interests of interior design influencers and interior designers using content to build their businesses and personal brands, brands leveraging the web and blogger networks, and any design professional seeking to learn more about using social and other digital content for branding, connecting, or e-commerce.
I have been honored to be a returning presenter at this conference 3 years in a row, and am always delighted to share and interact with like-minded designers trying to make an impact in their local community and online. These last 5years I have hosted the VIP Morning Mentoring Sessions. See more about this event below.
These events continue to be the premier conference and experience for design professionals actively using or interested in learning about social media and digital content marketing in the interior design industry. I am so excited to share industry knowledge and opportunities for designers as an influencer and speaker for designers.
ATTEND TO LEARN: The conference offers attendees a unique opportunity to participate in the intersection of interior design and the world of new media including blogging, social media, e-commerce, digital branding, book publishing, line promotion, and more. ”
Here is my recap from previous years: Here
ATTEND TO MEET NEW FRIENDS AND MASTERMINDS: I am also excited to announce the return of our mentoring sessions.
Deborah von Donop of dvd Interior Design, Carla Aston of Carla Aston Design, Jeanne Chung of Cozy*Stylish*Chic, and Jana Phipps of the Trim Queen.
Mentoring sessions were such a hit, we are expanding our topics and adding fellow designers and mentors, Donna Hoffman of The Interior Design Advocate, and Joy Williams of Joyful Designs.
Sign up HERE to get on the list and attend a session with us.
A must-attend Conference for Interior Designers activating online.
(Napa, California -February , 2025)
Mark your calendar for September 20th, 2023!
Join The New York Design Center for the fifteenth annual What's New, What's Next, a showcase of new ideas, designs, materials, and products. This year's WNWN will once again unite the industry and celebrate the very best in design. (NY event) Join the New York Design Center, at 200 Lexington Ave, to celebrate what's new and what's next in ideas, design, materials, and products.
( NY, New York, September 20, 2023)
High Point Market Fall October 22-26 | High Point, NC
The High Point Market is the largest furnishings industry trade show in the world, bringing more than 75,000 people to High Point, North Carolina, every six months. Serious retail home furnishings buyers, interior designers, architects, and others in the home furnishings industry can be found in High Point twice a year because if you can’t find it in High Point…it probably doesn’t exist. Best design resources and manufacturers.
Next month, I am heading to High Point Market! While I have been attended the world’s largest furnishings market for a few visits now, I never tire of the pilgrimage to home fashion week in High Point, North Carolina. I’m starting to get excited as I plan my agenda with new collections, new lines, and the parties of course.
From panels to book signings to sourcing, this is what I’m looking forward to next month. I’ve been chosen to be a part of the Design Bloggers Tour for High Point Market VIP MARKET TOUR this fall! I’m so excited and honored to be part of this fabulous group as an ambassador TrendSpotter for the latest in Home Decor and Furnishings.
Get The Scoop and read our reports on High Point Market!
(FALL - High Point, NC October 26 – 30, 2024)
(SPRING - High Point, NC April 26 – 30, 2025)
November
BDNY Nov. 10 - nov. 11
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is the leading trade fair and conference for hospitality’s boutique and lifestyle design community.
For two high-energy days each November, it’s the curated, creative event of the industry—bringing designers, architects, purchasing agents, hoteliers, owners, and developers together with inventive manufacturers of design elements for hospitality interiors for a highly curated experience.
(Jacob Javits Convention Center, NY - sun. Nov. 10 - Mon. Nov. 11 2024)
Recap: Top 10 Design Events+ Conferences I Attend
1. NY Now
2. KBIS: Kitchen and Bath Industry Show
3. Design Influencers Conference
4. High Point Market: Spring + Fall
5. ICFF: International Contemporary Furniture Fair ( this year they were joined at the Javits by Wanted Design, and Boutique Design Week)
6. NY Luxury Design Fair ( formerly the Architectural Digest Home Show) ON HOLD
8. What’s New, What’s Next, NYC
9. Luxury Home Design Summit, Cape Cod
10. BDNY
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Other Notable Conferences For Bloggers
SXSW2025
“SXSW 2019 registration and housing information, as well as participation opportunities, will be announced this summer including PanelPicker, film submissions, artist applications, and more.”
( Austin, Texas, March )
Altitude Summit
Amplifying Women’s Voices Since 2009
Alt Summit is a conference. It is also a community. A community of thousands of women influencers and entrepreneurs in creative fields. One week a year, we provide a physical gathering place for that community and then incredible things happen.
( Palm Springs, California, March 14-17, 2025 )
HAVEN
We are daydreamers. We are visionaries. We are Haven. The Haven Conference is a place to celebrate the DIY spirit, learn new skills and build an online business! Entrepreneurs, makers and leading influencers gather together to share, teach, and inspire. Mingle with sponsors, try new products, and grow your brand. Most importantly, the Haven Conference is a place for the community. The Haven is more than just classes and hands-on demonstrations. There is a time set aside to share knowledge, ask questions, and build your tribe. The DIY/ home decor blogging niche is special, and we encourage you to form connections with those in it!
“Conference sessions will focus on DIY instruction with a mix of blogging and social media.”
(Atlanta, GA. July 13-15 2024)
From the makers of BLOGHER CREATOR SUMMIT and BLOGHER FOOD CREATORS
“Inspiring women to find their voices and turn their passions into content, community, and commerce, attracting some of the web’s best talent and top social sites, in topics from food and fashion to politics and parenting.”
(New York, August 8-9, 2019) *2020 to be announced.
Get even more insight into Influencer Marketing with Deborah on her guest appearance on ”A Well-Designed Business”
“Welcome to today’s episode!
On the show today we are going to be having an in-depth conversation with Deborah Von Donop, an interior designer, and well-known blogger. We will be talking to Deborah about monetizing your blog and also about how and why it is really important to create a content-rich blog, in order to drive readers and design enthusiasts to your website for the opportunity to monetize through affiliate links and sponsored content. Listen in to find out more about networking as your biggest resource for growth.
Deborah is the principal of DVD Interiors in Connecticut and she is the editor and founder of the national blog DVD Interior Design. Deborah also guests blogs for a number of other sites, including Westchester Magazine, I blog Magazine, Blissfully Domestic.Com and more. She writes weekly posts about design resources, highlights from industry events and also interior design topics which are aimed to educate and inspire her readers.
Deborah’s experience includes a BFA in Interior Architecture from Cal State University in Long Beach, a CCIDQ certification, an NCIDQ certification, and a LEED GA credential, member of NKBA and more. All of this combines really well to bring in-depth knowledge to all of her projects.
Listen in now to find out what Deborah has to share about upping your game in social media.”
Luann Nigara, the Well Designed Business podcast.
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