What's on...

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Members of the IDA regularly come together to attend industry events, supplier showcases, professional development sessions and social get-togethers.

There is always something happening in this vibrant community.

Upcoming events

See below for the list of upcoming IDA member exclusive events.

Sunday, December 7, 2025

IDA Christmas party

IDA Members join to celebrate another busy but successful year in Australian interior design

Sunday, December 7, 2025

Thursday, January 29, 2026

An evening with CD Luxe

Limited numbers with a special gift for each attendee

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Wednesday, February 25 2026

Marketing development session

Lucy Mortimer of Deploy Digital shares marketing insights at the Build + Design Centre

Wednesday, February 25 2026

Friday, March 27 2026

Bookkeeping & Accounting session

A development session about day-to-day financials and planning

Friday, March 27 2026

Past events

Here’s a sneak peak of what we’ve been up to recently…

Members Lunch

The IDA is focused on building community for our design professionals. Designers, stylists, decorators, trade and supply partners are welcome at our bi-monthly member lunch. ...

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Legal Tips for Design Professionals

Tracey Mylecharane from TM Solicitor presented a workshop on business-related legal risks, with a focus on design professionals and our unique industry.

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Andersens Showroom Tour

Members met at the Stafford Showroom for a presentation from Karndean Flooring and the Andersens team.

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Quin & Co launches the new Frida & Blu outdoor range

Frida & Blu specialise in the design, manufacture and distribution of outdoor furniture, handcrafted in Java, Indonesia. Born out of passion for honouring traditional craftsmanship ...

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Highgrove Bathrooms presentation

The Newstead team hosted a showroom tour and presentation about cost-effective bathroom design, focusing on their buildable product range of vanities and tap ware.

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Flower workshop with Swann Agencies

Members enjoyed a morning tea event at Swann Agencies, focused on exploring the relationship of florals and greenery proportions with vessels (vases). Yvette Hubbert, their ...

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