Richmond
The IFDA Richmond Chapter has been inspiring collaboration within the furnishings and design industries to support its people, their products and services. IFDA Richmond is a strong, talented, and creative group of people and we strive to celebrate our members.
Partner with the Richmond Chapter See Richmond Chapter's Partnership BenefitsOur President
Rachel Parrish
On behalf of Rachel and all of the IFDA Board here in Richmond, welcome! We are thrilled to welcome members from every facet of the furnishing and design industry. The IFDA promotes open sharing, mutual respect, and education, as well as community service and ethical practices.
Contact Info
IFDA RICHMOND CHAPTER
3801 Carolina Ave
Richmond, VA 23222
Our board Members
Georgia Kukoski - Treasurer
Mitzi van der Veer - Secretary
Cathy Connon - VP Educational Foundation
Brooks Martin - VP Membership/Membership Retention
Pattie Kelly - VP Communications/Marketing
Robin Gahan - VP Publications
Bettina Pamplona - VP Programs
Andrew Stark - VP Special Events
Vivi Roceknbach - VP Publications
Paul Lamborn - Chapter Advisor
Gold Industry Partners
Silver Industry Partners
Richmond Gold Partners
Richmond Bronze Partners
Richmond Copper Partners
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Your Design Network: Successful Sourcing
Join us for a lively panel discussion and Q&A around how to source successfully within the design community.
Pattie Kelly, of Inspired Home Interiors, will be moderating our panel of speakers:
* Kyli Bingham, American Leather
* Jamie Coffey, XOJ
* Kevin Malone, Osborne & Little
Stick around for breakfast provided by Tech Painting, our event sponsor and Richmond Chapter Gold Partner.
When: Thursday, 10/16/25, 9am – 11am
Where: Studio Sprezzatura
207 N. Foushee St.
Richmond, VA 23219
(metered street and paid parking nearby)
Free for IFDA Members, $25 for Guests
Please REGISTER HERE to attend
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PAST EVENTS
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Happy Hour and Mini- Golf at Hotel Greene
Come and join fellow IFDA members at Happy Hour and Mini-Golf at the Hotel Greene (a hotel turned indoor mini golf course!)
Thursday, 9/25
5pm-7pm
Hotel Greene
508 E. Franklin St.
Richmond, VA 23219
Important Notes:
* This is a Members-Only Event
* Light food will be provided. Drinks will be available for purchase.
* Mini Golf is $16 to be paid at the door
* We will start promptly at 5pm
We have space for 20 Members at this unique Happy Hour event, so Register Now!
Stay tuned for more information about this special event at Casual Teak on September 18th at 11am in Gaithersburg, MD, alongside members from our neighboring IFDA Chapters!
Valentine Museum: Happy Hour & Wickham House Tour
Come and network with fellow IFDA members at the Valentine Museum and enjoy a tour of historic Wickham House!
Wednesday, 8/20/25
5-7 pm
The Valentine Museum
1015 E. Clay St.
Richmond, VA 23219
* Light refreshments will be served
* House Tour will begin promptly at 5:30 pm
* Parking available at Valentine Museum, 407 N 10th St., or Street Parking
Free for IFDA Members. $25 for Guests.
Please REGISTER HERE attend
IFDA Richmond: Summer Social
Join us for a summer get together at Quirk Hotel, and network with your fellow IFDA members.
Thursday, July 17
5 pm – 7 pm
Quirk Hotel: Lobby Bar
201 W. Broad St
Richmond, VA 23220
This event is free for both members and guests.
Beverages and food will be available for purchase.
REGISTER HERE to attend
St. Jude Dream Home Tour
Join us for a group tour of the 2025 St. Jude Dream Home with the interior designer, Robin Gahan!
Wednesday, June 18th
10am – 12pm
(tour will begin promptly at 10am)
Villas at Viniterra
9119 Terroir Ln
New Kent, VA 23124
IFDA Members and Guests are all Welcome
Tickets are $10 per person, with all proceeds going to St. Jude
REGISTER HERE to attend
Join us for a cocktail party at Cosentino!
Come check out this new destination to inspire the very best of design.
Including an immersive space that features a library of materials, Cosentino City Richmond also has several social areas and digital design tools. The space is designed to connect and learn about the different Cosentino materials applications such as countertops, façades, flooring, cladding, and bathroom products. (https://www.cosentino.com/usa/professional/cosentino-city/richmond/)
Details:
– Thursday, 5/15/25, 5pm-7pm
– Free for IFDA Members, $40 for Guests
– Street Parking only
REGISTER HERE to attend.
Come and visit the Branch Museum of Design with a curated tour of the home as well as their current exhibition: Re-Think Landscape Design.
When: Thursday, 4/10/25, 10am-12pm
Where: The Branch Museum of Design
2501 Monument Ave
Richmond, VA 23220
Cost: $10 for IFDA Members, $40 for Guests
Parking: Parking is located at First Baptist Church adjacent to the Branch Museum
BBG (Brazilian Best Granite) Fabrication Shop and Warehouse Tour
Come and take a fabrication shop and warehouse tour of BBG’s Richmond facility and learn about their state of the art manufacturing facility as well as their high quality and diverse inventory! (light refreshments will be served too)
When: Thursday, 3/20/25, 5-7 PM
Where: BBG Brazilian Best Granite
6805 School Ave
Henrico, VA 23228
Cost: Free for IFDA Members, $30 for guests
Please REGISTER HERE to attend
Join us for our 2025 Table Top Show featuring over 40 of your favorite design vendors!
This is a to-the-trade event featuring your favorite resources of fabrics, trims, wallpaper, and services all in one place!
Enjoy wine and cheese as you get inspired by the offerings in our design industry. There is no cost to attend this event.
You can register for this event by clicking HERE!
Crossroads Art Center
2016 Staples Mill Rd.
Richmond, VA 23230
IFDA Richmond Holiday Party!
Let’s celebrate 2024 at our IFDA Richmond Holiday Party! Come in your cocktail party attire and join us in The Library at the historic Hofheimer Building for drinks, appetizers, and fabulous conversations! (Significant others are welcome!)
Wed, 12/18, 5-7pm
The Hofheimer Building
2818 W. Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23230
(street parking only)
Tickets:
IFDA Members and Significant Others: Free
Non-Members and Significant Others: $35 per person
REGISTER HERE by December 13th in order to attend!
Special thanks to Benjamin Moore, our Bronze Industry Partner, for sponsoring this holiday event!
Painting 101: Designer Edition |
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Come learn painting tips and tricks as Sherwin Williams shows us: When: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 Where: Dell Anno Free for IFDA Members, $25 for Guests Please register here in order to attend this event. Special thanks to our event sponsor, Sherwin Williams, and to our host, Dell Anno.
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