activities · 4
what they do
direct service · 2
- Hosting and participating in design industry events Industry Conference & Networking EventsThe organization produces DesignEDGE summits and gains industry exposure by participating in major design industry events such as the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, Las Vegas Summer Furniture Market, and High Point Market.
- Promoting home furnishings and design Cultural Heritage in Civic PracticeThe organization promotes home furnishings and design through nationwide promotions, collaborations with brands like HGTV HOME, Bassett Furniture, and Sherwin-Williams, and by designing corporate showcases, museum exhibits, and celebrity product lines.
capacity building · 2
- Operating a design think tank and studio Cultural Heritage in Civic PracticeThe organization founded Design Works International, a New York City-based design think tank and studio focused on textiles, home furnishings, and fashion.
- Providing career development and recognition in designThe organization establishes ongoing programs such as Career Day, Trailblazer Awards, Design Fellowships, and student scholarships to support career development and recognize achievements in the design industry.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Advancing Professional Opportunities and Industry Image women's_leadership_developmentThe organization is founded on the principle of advancing women's leadership and supporting professionals in the home furnishings industry to improve career opportunities and elevate the industry's overall image and value.
- Contextual and Data-Driven Design Application design_in_contextThe organization applies research on economic trends, consumer behavior, and scientific understanding of color psychology, alongside teaching design within historical, cultural, and societal contexts, to inform contemporary design practice and pricing strategies.
- Fostering Industry Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange industry_collaborationThe organization uses collaboration, professional interchange, and knowledge exchange as core mechanisms to support professionals and businesses, encouraging the sharing of experiences, opinions, and fostering cooperation among different segments of the furnishings and design field to achieve shared goals.
- Promoting Education and Ethical Practices educational_supportThe organization supports educational activities, disseminates information, and promotes ethical practices, open sharing, and mutual respect within the furnishings and design industry to foster community and professional development.
relationships · 9
who they work with
- Bassett Furniture Partner — Collaborates with IFDA speaker Nancy Fire on product development for HGTV HOME.
- International Furnishings and Design Association Network — Rebranded from original name to International Furnishings and Design Association in 1988 to reflect broader membership and mission.
- NY Chapter Partner — Supports the Valerie Moran Memorial Grant and the Claire Coleman Founders Grant.
- New York Design Center Partner — Provides reference for IFDA speaker Jody Seivert and is associated with her professional network.
- Rose Tarlow-Melrose House Partner — Provides reference for IFDA speaker Jody Seivert and is associated with her professional network.
- Sherwin-Williams Partner — Collaborates with IFDA speaker Nancy Fire on product development for HGTV HOME.
- The Shade Store Partner — Listed as a Gold Industry Partner.
- Village Handcrafted Cabinetry Partner — Listed as a Silver Industry Partner.
- Window Fashion Vision Partner — Listed as a Gold Industry Partner.