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Celebrating The #idsIMPACT Group Award

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As the current president of the Interior Design Society (IDS) Houston Chapter, I am super excited to announce that our team has won the 2023 #idsIMPACT Group Award! We collaborate with the interior design program at the fantastic Carver Pathways in Technology Early College, and it’s been an amazing experience.

Just a little backstory, #idsIMPACT began at the 2015 IDS National Conference as a community-engagement initiative. IDS really values giving back to the community, and since 2016, we’ve encouraged each member to offer pro bono design services for their local communities. It’s all about making a difference!

We feel so fortunate to mentor Carver P-TECH students and teach them the ropes of interior design. Together, we work on real-world projects covering everything from interior design fundamentals and technical drawing to textiles, materials, and professional practices.

Our partnership also helps these talented students prepare for today’s workforce by guiding them through valuable state licensing requirements via the National Council of Interior Design Qualification exam and licensing through The Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.

Plus, we’re proud to share that P-TECH students can earn an associate degree in applied science interior design thanks to an amazing partnership with Houston Community College. We even offer internships and priority interviews for qualified P-TECH participants.

It truly warms my heart to be able to help shape the future of interior design professionals through this meaningful partnership.

See you next week, friends!

Registration is now open for our Fall 2023 High Point Market Insider’s Tour

My design bestie Elizabeth Scruggs and I are leading a *full-day tour* on Saturday, October 14, 2023, and we would love for you to join us!

If you’re new to High Point Market, the Insiders Tour will get you started in style.

Designed by industry insiders to show you the inspirations, connections, and business opportunities available at High Point. This FREE, full-day journey includes breakfast, lunch, and transportation, and will take you through some of our favorite showrooms.

You’ll meet and greet makers and influencers who move our industry forward and learn how to use High Point as a business-building, connection-making, inspirational encounter that will boost your professional brand.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Transportation are provided with this free tour.

Our tour always fills up quickly — only 15 spots are available — so sign up today!

Team Pants Aperol Spritz

This magical concoction was served to me by a client after making some fabulous design decisions together.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Aperol
  • 1 oz. Gin
  • 75 oz. Lemon Juice
  • 25 oz. Simple Syrup*Shake and strain. Garnish with lemon rind.

Click below to get the full recipe!

Billy Reid Mixing Glass Set
@WILLIAMS-SONOMA

Williams-Sonoma has collaborated with award-winning fashion designer Billy Reid to create barware that reflects the same attention to detail and craftmanship as his luxury menswear. Handmade of sustainably sourced materials, this set includes all the tools you need to mix professional-level cocktails. The stylish essentials arrive boxed and ready for gift-gifting.

Billy Reid Mixing Glass Set
@WILLIAMS-SONOMA

Williams-Sonoma has collaborated with award-winning fashion designer Billy Reid to create barware that reflects the same attention to detail and craftmanship as his luxury menswear. Handmade of sustainably sourced materials, this set includes all the tools you need to mix professional-level cocktails. The stylish essentials arrive boxed and ready for gift-gifting.

Pumpkin Spice 4-Piece Kitchen Set
@WILLIAMS-SONOMA

This limited-time Pumpkin Spice aroma that will remind you of freshly baked pumpkin bread at home. Picture this – delicious pumpkin, butter, and brown sugar mixed with hints of smooth vanilla, crunchy toasted pecans, and cozy spices. Not only that, but it comes in a cute three-bottle caddy with a matching candle! It’s an awesome gift idea for someone special or even yourself. The deluxe set includes 16-oz. bottles of hand soap and hand lotion with stainless-steel pump tops, 20-oz. bottle of dish soap, three-bottle countertop caddy and 9-oz. candle.