My List of Blog and Design Conferences

Design Events Across the Country for 2023: 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.

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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.

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The notable happenings for 2023 of regional design fairs I have on my calendar from New York to Miami

Here are 10 conferences and design events you should attend if you are an interior designer or decor blogger:

  1. Architectural Digest Design Show

The Architectural Digest Design Show is one of the largest and most popular interior design shows in the world. It takes place in New York City every year in March. The show features hundreds of exhibitors, including furniture designers, lighting designers, and home accessories companies. There are also a variety of educational programs and events, making it a great place to learn about the latest trends and innovations in interior design.

  1. International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF)

The ICFF is the largest and most important furniture trade show in North America. It takes place in New York City every year in May. The show features thousands of exhibitors from around the world, showcasing the latest furniture designs 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 furniture design.

  1. NeoCon

NeoCon is the largest and most important commercial interiors trade show in the world. It takes place in Chicago every year in June. The show features thousands of exhibitors from around the world, showcasing the latest commercial interiors 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 commercial interiors design.

  1. KBIS

KBIS is the largest and most important kitchen and bath trade show in the world. It takes place in Las Vegas every year in January. The show features thousands of exhibitors from around the world, showcasing the latest kitchen and bath 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 kitchen and bath design.

  1. Modernism Week

Modernism Week is a celebration of mid-century modern design. It takes place in Palm Springs every year in February. The event features a variety of exhibitions, lectures, and events, making it a great place to learn about mid-century modern design and to see some of the most iconic mid-century modern furniture and architecture.

  1. High Point Market

High Point Market is the largest furniture trade show in the world. It takes place in High Point, North Carolina, twice a year, in April and October. The show features thousands of exhibitors from around the world, showcasing the latest furniture designs 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 furniture design.

  1. Atlanta Market

Atlanta Market is one of the largest and most important home furnishings trade shows in the United States. It takes place in Atlanta, Georgia, twice a year, in January and July. The show features thousands of exhibitors from around the world, showcasing the latest home furnishings 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 furnishings design.

  1. Dallas Market Center

Dallas Market Center is one of the largest and most important home furnishings trade shows in the United States. It takes place in Dallas, Texas, twice a year, in January and July. The show features thousands of exhibitors from around the world, showcasing the latest home furnishings 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 furnishings design.

  1. Maison & Objet

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.

  1. Dwell on Design

Dwell on Design is a design festival that takes place in Los Angeles every year in June. The festival features a variety of exhibitions, lectures, and events, making it a great place to learn about the latest trends and innovations in design. There are also a variety of opportunities to network with other designers and industry professionals.

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.


February

NY NOW Winter 2023- Feb 5-8 | NYC

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 | February 5-8 2023)

 

KBIS 2023 Kitchen and Bath Trade Show- Jan 31-Feb 22 | Las vegas

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America's largest trade show dedicated to all aspects of kitchen and bath design. With the expansive show floor 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.

 >> More Information on what we saw last year

( Las Vegas, NV | Jan 31- Feb. 3 )

 

Modernism Week Feb. 16 -26 | Palm Springs, CA

Modernism Week's 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 an annual festival with over 350 architecture, interior, and design events taking place across Palm Springs, California.

( Palm Springs, CA | February 16- 26 2023 )


April

High Point Market: Spring April 22-26 | High Point, NC

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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

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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.

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Some of my favorite photographers, designers and mill shops from NE are in the audience.

(Cape Cod Massachusetts, May 23 - 25, 2023)

 

International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) - MAY 21-23 | 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.

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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 will be held May 21-23 2023. Open hours. 10 am – 6 pm

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 21-23 , 2023)

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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 // 2023

The fourth annual 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.

Here are some more details about the event:

  • Location: Hutton Brickyards, 100 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401

  • Admission: Free

  • Activities: Live music, food trucks, and activities for the whole family

I hope to see you there!

(Kingston, New York, Friday, May 26-Sunday 28, 11 am - 6 pm)


September

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.

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.

Now in its 20th year, the Architectural Digest Design Show draws approximately 40,000 design aficionados to interact with incredible design displays from more than 400 brands >> More Information on what we saw last year here: Architectural Digest Design Show: On Instagram

(New York, Javitz Center: SEPTEMBER 8-11, 2022 )

The FUTURE of HOME CONFERENCE 2022 Sept | NYC

This year's third annual Future of Home conference will cover changes across all facets of the industry, available in-person and virtual.

Want to attend this year? See Future of Home Conference coordinated in conjunction with High Point Market.

( New York, September 2023)


October

DESIGN INFLUENCERS CONFERENCE 2023- October ( days tba) | Napa, California

ATTEND TO MEET THE BRANDS THAT WANT INFLUENCERS, STAY FOR THE COMMUNITY

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“ 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.

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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 -October, dates to be announced 2023)

 
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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

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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!

(High Point, NC October 22 – 26, 2022)


November

BLISSDOM

Blissdom is BACK!!! Blissdom exists to help you build your platform and scale your business.

I am so excited to attend Blissdom again! I have missed this community soooo much and am so excited to be a Community Leader this year. Blissdom is a conference and community for women and moms who want to take their business and life to the next level. Come and learn insider secrets, practical tools, and strategies for success.

You’ll get expert hands-on teaching, detailed marketing plans, Social Media Strategies, and step-by-step guides to build your dreams and explode your impact, income, and influence.

At Blissdom, you will get the content, the confidence, and the community to build your business!  ” 

(Nashville TN, November 13-17, 2020)

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Recap: Top 10 Design Events+ Conferences I Attend

1. NY Now

2. KBIS: Kitchen and Bath Industry Show

3. Modernism Week

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)

7. Future of Home

8. What’s New, What’s Next, NYC

9. Luxury Home Design Summit, Cape Cod

10. Blissdom


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Other Notable Conferences For Bloggers

SXSW2019

“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 13 - 20, 2020 )

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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 1-6, 2020 )

The Armory Show

If you love art, then this is the show for you. The Armory Show in New York City’s premier art fair and a leading cultural destination for discovering and collecting the world’s most important 20th- and 21st-century art. Staged on Piers 92 & 94, The Armory Show features presentations by leading international galleries, innovative artist commissions and dynamic public programs. Since its founding in 1994, The Armory Show has served as a nexus for the art world, inspiring dialogue, discovery and patronage in the visual arts. The NYC art world comes alive at this annual event. There are several satellite art fairs at the same time all worth checking out.

( New York, New York, March 7 - 10, 2019 )

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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 16-18 2020 )

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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.


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Get even more insight into Influencer Marketing with Deborah on her guest appearance on ”A Well-Designed Business”

 
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“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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