Event Schedule
Dallas Design Week
September 15 - 17, 2026
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Join us for three full days of bigger and better design events than ever before! Designers will have the opportunity to attend exclusive networking events, stimulating seminars, enlightening book signings, motivating panel discussions and more. Come view the latest inspiring vignettes from our showroom sponsors, and don’t miss the opportunity to connect with designers and retailers from across the country.
DMC EVENTS
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
DMC Events
8 am
Business of Home Breakfast Sponsored by Market Hill on 6 by Paul Michael
September 15, 2026
| 8 am
WTC 615 - Market Hill on 6 by Paul Michael
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The Business of Home Series is a ticketed program and not open to the general public. Click here to purchase tickets.
Enjoy a come-and-go breakfast prior to the start of the program, with the opportunity to meet Business of Home Editor in Chief, Kaitlin Peterson, and the program speakers. Light breakfast items and beverages will be available, offering time to arrive early, connect with others, and get settled before the program begins.
DMC Events
9 am
DMC Buyer Scoop
September 15, 2026
| 9 am
WTC 1 - Atrium
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Join us daily at 9AM for tips and tricks on navigating Dallas Market Center. Whether you're a new buyer, new to Dallas, or haven't seen us in a while, this quick rundown of all things DMC is for you.
Ahora también en Español a la misma hora en el mismo lugar para su comodidad.
DMC Events
9 am
Business of Home x DMC Business Accelerator Series: Leading with Authority
September 15, 2026
| 9 am
WTC 600
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The Business of Home Series is a ticketed program and not open to the general public. Click here to purchase tickets.
Business advisor Sean Low joins BOH editor in chief Kaitlin Petersen to discuss how to establish trust from the outset, communicate clearly and create relationships in which clients feel supported while respecting your expertise.
Speaker:
- Sean Low, President, The Business of Being Creative
Moderator:
- Kaitlin Petersen, Editor-in-Chief, Business of Home
DMC Events
10:20 am
Business of Home x DMC Business Accelerator Series: Contracts that Build Better Relationships
September 15, 2026
| 10:20 am
WTC 600
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The Business of Home Series is a ticketed program and not open to the general public. Click here to purchase tickets.
A well-crafted contract does more than protect your business—it establishes the expectations that set up every project for success. Attorney Wendy Estela breaks down the clauses, boundaries and communication practices designers should prioritize to minimize misunderstandings, navigate challenges and strengthen client relationships.
Speaker:
- Wendy Estela, Attorney and Founder, Estela Law and Designed Counsel
DMC Events
11:30 am
Business of Home x DMC Business Accelerator Series: Inside the Client Presentation
September 15, 2026
| 11:30 am
WTC 600
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The Business of Home Series is a ticketed program and not open to the general public. Click here to purchase tickets.
What actually happens in a winning design presentation? Three designers walk through their real-world process—from slide decks and printed materials to samples and meeting structure—showing exactly how they convey ideas and keep clients engaged. In a follow-up conversation with Petersen, the panel will discuss their methods for helping clients evaluate options, make decisions and move projects forward.
Speakers:
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Moderator:
- Kaitlin Petersen, Editor-in-Chief, Business of Home
DMC Events
12:30 pm
Business of Home Lunch Sponsored by Blue Ocean Traders
September 15, 2026
| 12:30 pm
WTC 542 & 554 - Blue Ocean Traders
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The Business of Home Series is a ticketed program and not open to the general public. Click here to purchase tickets.
Guests are invited to a come-and-go lunch following the Business of Home program. Lunch will be available in the showroom, and guests are welcome to enjoy their meal there or take it to other areas of campus— to explore at their leisure.
DMC Events
1:30 pm
Business of Home x DMC Business Accelerator Series: Meet the Speakers - Coffee & Dessert
September 15, 2026
| 1:30 pm
Participating Showrooms
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Continue the conversation over coffee and dessert during this exclusive networking experience. Visit four participating showrooms, each hosting a featured Business Accelerator speaker, and enjoy the opportunity to connect in an intimate, conversational setting.
Ask questions, exchange ideas, and engage in meaningful one-on-one discussions with the industry's leading voices while exploring inspiring products, resources, and beautifully curated showroom environments. Throughout the afternoon, Kaitlin Petersen, Editor-in-Chief of Business of Home, will rotate among the participating showrooms, giving attendees the chance to connect with her as well.
Whether you're seeking business advice, creative inspiration, or valuable new industry relationships, this is your opportunity to continue the dialogue beyond the stage and build meaningful connections with the people shaping the future of design.
DMC Events
2 pm
Designing with Light - How AI and Circadian Rhythm Shape Better Spaces Presented by Feizy
September 15, 2026
| 2 pm
WTC 102 - Feizy
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0.1 HSW Credit with IDCEC/AIA
Designing with Light is a practical, science-backed course that shows design and build professionals how to use modern lighting to shape mood, comfort, and wellbeing in homes and commercial spaces. You’ll learn how color temperature, brightness, and timing influence how a room feels, how they interact with the body’s circadian rhythm, and why the wrong light at the wrong time can hurt energy and sleep. The course explores tunable and intelligent lighting systems that automatically shift throughout the day, with real examples of scenes, fixtures, and control strategies. By the end, you’ll know how to design with light, not just fixtures, creating spaces that look better, feel better, and support healthier sleep.
Speaker:
- Steve Withey, President, Elite AV Innovations
DMC Events
3 pm
The Data-Informed Design Studio Presented by Feizy
September 15, 2026
| 3 pm
WTC 102 - Feizy
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An interactive, moderated conversation exploring the biggest operational pain points in interior design businesses and how data and systems can help alleviate them. Topics include the true cost of running a design business, fee structure, time tracking, profit reporting, item-based project management, and leveraging data to make informed decisions for your business. Featuring Design Manager's Jeremy Powers, design business owner Kate Lester and business coach Rick Campos.
Cocktail party and jewelry activation to follow (jewelry activation hosted by Fiona Sanipelli, Co-Founder of DesignSpec and Brand Ambassador for Design Manager)
Speakers:
- Jeremy Powers, Customer Experience Specialist, Design Manager
- Kate Lester, CEO & Creative Director, Kate Lester Interiors & Kate Lester Home
- Rick Campos, Interior Design Coach & Owner, Design Biz Survival Guide
- Fiona Sanipelli, Co-Founder of DesignSpec and Brand Ambassador for Design Manager
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
DMC Events
8 am
ASID GATHER: Catalyst 2026
September 16, 2026
| 8 am
Dallas Market Center Campus
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American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) will hold it’s annual GATHER: Catalyst event, the national conference focused on leadership training and development from September 16 – 18, 2026 onsite at Dallas Market Center. With a program that provides attendees with leadership insights, professional growth opportunities, and networking experiences to support the advancement of the interior design profession. The program includes high-quality educational sessions, interactive workshops, dedicated development experiences for volunteer leaders, and recognition of ASID award winners. For more information on programming and schedule of events, visit the ASID website here.
DMC Events
9 am
Designer Coffee Stop
September 16, 2026
| 9 am
IHDC 2F215 Textile Salon
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Stop by the Textile Salon for fresh coffee and inspiration before exploring the showrooms in the Interior Home + Design Center.
DMC Events
9 am
DMC Buyer Scoop
September 16, 2026
| 9 am
WTC 1 - Atrium
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Join us daily at 9AM for tips and tricks on navigating Dallas Market Center. Whether you're a new buyer, new to Dallas, or haven't seen us in a while, this quick rundown of all things DMC is for you.
Ahora también en Español a la misma hora en el mismo lugar para su comodidad.
DMC Events
10 am
Change Your Light, Change Your Life: The Designer's Guide to Color, Mood, and the Spaces That Shape Us
September 16, 2026
| 10 am
TM 3503 - Crystorama
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Meet the Panelists at 10AM for light bites and Networking. Panel to begin promptly at 11AM
What if the spaces you design aren't neutral - but are actively shaping the way people feel, function, heal, and connect? Clients are asking for more than beautiful rooms. They want spaces that feel like something. In this conversation, five leading designers and industry experts explore how color psychology, lighting temperature, biophilic design, and human-centered principles work together to support mood, restoration, focus, and emotional well-being across residential, hospitality, and commercial environments. Grounded in real design applications and immediately actionable, this panel gives designers the language, the science, and the practical frameworks to meet this growing client expectation - and to use it as a genuine competitive advantage.
Speakers:
- Ginger Curtis, President, Urbanology Designs
- Ashley Hughes, Founder and Creative Director, Muse Noire Interiors
- Nina Lichtenstein, President, Custom Home Design by Nina Lichtenstein
- Ashlynn Bourque, Designer Marketing Manager, Sherwin-Williams
Moderator:
- Antonio DeLoatch, Owner & Principal Designer, Antonio DeLoatch Designs
DMC Events
2 pm
Charlotte's Eye: How Instinct Shapes a Life in Rooms Presented by Coco & Dash Interiors
September 16, 2026
| 2 pm
Outside IHDC 1D106 - Coco & Dash To The Trade
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Join us for an intimate conversation with acclaimed designer Charlotte Moss exploring the experiences, instincts, and evolving perspective that shape a life in design. Through stories of travel, collecting, entertaining, and craftsmanship, Charlotte will reflect on how our experiences influence the way we see beauty, create homes, and define gracious living. Join us for an afternoon of conversation on timeless design, enduring style, and the relationship between the spaces we create and the lives we lead.
Book signing to follow immediately following at Coco & Dash.
DMC Events
3 pm
Charlotte Moss Book Signing
September 16, 2026
| 3 pm
IHDC 1D106 - Coco & Dash To The Trade
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Join celebrated designer and author Charlotte Moss for a special book signing hosted by Coco & Dash. Books will be available for purchase on-site, with the opportunity to have your copy personally signed while meeting one of the design industry's most influential voices. Light refreshments will be served.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
DMC Events
8 am
ASID GATHER: Catalyst 2026
September 17, 2026
| 8 am
Dallas Market Center Campus
Visit DMC Events Page
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) will hold it’s annual GATHER: Catalyst event, the national conference focused on leadership training and development from September 16 – 18, 2026 onsite at Dallas Market Center. With a program that provides attendees with leadership insights, professional growth opportunities, and networking experiences to support the advancement of the interior design profession. The program includes high-quality educational sessions, interactive workshops, dedicated development experiences for volunteer leaders, and recognition of ASID award winners. For more information on programming and schedule of events, visit the ASID website here.
DMC Events
9 am
Designer Coffee Stop
September 17, 2026
| 9 am
IHDC 2F215 Textile Salon
Visit DMC Events Page
Stop by the Textile Salon for fresh coffee and inspiration before exploring the showrooms in the Interior Home + Design Center.
DMC Events
9 am
DMC Buyer Scoop
September 17, 2026
| 9 am
WTC 1 - Atrium
Visit DMC Events Page
Join us daily at 9AM for tips and tricks on navigating Dallas Market Center. Whether you're a new buyer, new to Dallas, or haven't seen us in a while, this quick rundown of all things DMC is for you.
Ahora también en Español a la misma hora en el mismo lugar para su comodidad.
Friday, September 18, 2026
DMC Events
8 am
ASID GATHER: Catalyst 2026
September 18, 2026
| 8 am
Dallas Market Center Campus
Visit DMC Events Page
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) will hold it’s annual GATHER: Catalyst event, the national conference focused on leadership training and development from September 16 – 18, 2026 onsite at Dallas Market Center. With a program that provides attendees with leadership insights, professional growth opportunities, and networking experiences to support the advancement of the interior design profession. The program includes high-quality educational sessions, interactive workshops, dedicated development experiences for volunteer leaders, and recognition of ASID award winners. For more information on programming and schedule of events, visit the ASID website here.
DMC Events
8 am
ASID GATHER: Catalyst 2026
September 18, 2026
| 8 am
Dallas Market Center Campus
Visit DMC Events Page
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) will hold it’s annual GATHER: Catalyst event, the national conference focused on leadership training and development from September 16 – 18, 2026 onsite at Dallas Market Center. With a program that provides attendees with leadership insights, professional growth opportunities, and networking experiences to support the advancement of the interior design profession. The program includes high-quality educational sessions, interactive workshops, dedicated development experiences for volunteer leaders, and recognition of ASID award winners. For more information on programming and schedule of events, visit the ASID website here.