ASID Illinois Spring 2014

Inside Illinois

ASID Illinois Chapter Magazine

Issue Number 31 Spring 2014

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CHAPTER NEWS

ASID NATIONAL

President’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mid-Year Updates from the ASID Illinois Board of Directors 2013-2014 . . . . . . . . . 6

608 Massachusetts Ave NE Washington DC 20002-6006 Tel: (202) 546-3480 Fax: (202) 546-3240 Toll free: (800) 610-ASID (2743) asid@asid.org • www.asid.org

ASID Illinois Chapter Membership Elects 2014-2015 Board Members . . . . . . . . . . . 7

EDITORIAL STAFF Framing Up the Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Communications Director Jase Frederick, ASID

New Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Editor Andy Yates, Allied ASID Designing for Veterans Honored with IIDA Award. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CHAPTER ADMINISTRATOR Designers Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Heather Fenzel

One Coat of Paint Applied Multiple Lives Impacted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Event Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

PUBLISHING STAFF ASID announces 2014 Design Award Winners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Crawford Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Creative Mirror and Shower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Advertising Sales Mike Watt • 972-989-2208 Inside Illinois magazine is published quarterly for the ASID Illinois Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers by DSA Publishing & Design, Inc. Editorial content and the Inside Illinois magazine are controlled and owned by the Illinois Chapter of ASID. Reproduction of this publication in whole, in part, in any form is strictly prohibited without the written permission of the Illinois Chapter of ASID.

CS Interiors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Design Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Elle Décor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Steinway Piano Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

On the cover: Margaret McCurry, FAIA, ASID and Stanley Tigerman, AIA, Tigerman McCurry Architects, Ltd.

Inside Illinois

ASID Illinois Chapter Magazine

Issue Number 31 Spring 2014

First Place, Best of Show: Contract 2013 Design Excellence Competition The University of Chicago Seminary Co-op Bookstore membership enjoyed the labyrinthine character of a 50-year-old basement bookstore, and was slow to embrace the idea of relocating to an aboveground space flooded with natural light – the ground floor of a 1960s-era dormitory. The full-height windows, interior fireplace and colorful carpet tiles compliment a generous space for book-signings overlooking the street, while smaller gathering spaces are tucked into corners.

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President’s Message

ASID ILLINOIS CHAPTER 1647 Merchandise Mart Chicago IL 60654

Dear Members,

2013-14 BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Janet Davidsen, Allied ASID detailsindesign@comcast.net

President-Elect John Scott, ASID john@keevansadock.com

Director-at-Large Krystl Loiterman, Allied ASID kloiterman@gmail.com

Financial Director Rick Gilman, Industry Partner Representative Richard.gilman@bakertilly.com

Membership Director Jean Charlton, Allied ASID Jean.charlton@yahoo.com

Professional Development Director Lisa McManus, ASID lap8272@gmail.com

Communications Director Jase Frederick, ASID jase@jasefrederickdesign.com

Student Representative Paul Ramoie, Student ASID PaulRamoie@gmail.com

Student Representative Charla Travis, Student ASID charla.travis@gmail.com

Past President Patricia L. Bailey, ASID patriciabailey7791@gmail.com

Happy spring everyone! And after the winter we’ve had, we deserve it!

With all the time spent indoors the last three months, the ASID IL Board has accomplished so many things. This past quarter we have been particularly busy working hard for you.

Design Summit 2014 was held at the Merchandise Mart on the 14th floor on February 27, 2014. The Design Summit committee produced the most well attended event ever! Our speakers discussed business related topics, rugs, trends in Europe and AV technology, while our participating Industry Partners wowed us with new products. The 14th floor of the mart was the place to be in February. See the wrap-up in this issue for more information and a special thanks to all those involved!

The Art + Advocacy event held on March 27 was incredibly informative on two fronts: attendees learned about our legislative position and process, and received a tour of Industry Partner The Conservation Center’s amazing facilities, where we saw a Picasso and Matisse being restored. Since 1983 the Center has offered an ever-widening array of conservation services. After beginning as a provider solely for paintings conservation, they have grown to include the conservation of works of art on paper, photography, textiles and murals, and as of recent expanding to furniture, custom framing and decorative objects.

Continuing our strong relationship with our local ASID IL Industry Partner members, we invited them to send us product images that we could post to our Pinterest page, to promote those who make a concerted effort to support you, our members, and our industry. As always I encourage our membership to buy local and support these businesses, and please keep sending us your great ideas about how we can utilize social media to benefit our members.

Marketing our interior design services to the consumer has always been a high priority goal to bring our membership new potential business. We are working with industry shows and expositions that take place in Chicago – such as SOFA and the International Art, Antique, and Jewelry Show at Navy Pier – where Illinois Find A Designer is being heavily promoted.

Partnering with IIDA, we have spearheaded a fundraiser for our Illinois Interior Design Coalition (IIDC) entitled 'Designer Drinks', that will take place on June 26th at 325 N. Wells in four fabulous showrooms. A famous mixologist will mix four signature cocktails for the evening, and participating showrooms will complement with food and decor. Don't miss the fun and save the date!

Our chapter was asked to be judges for the ASID Georgia Chapter commercial award entries. Thanks to our members who volunteered to do the judging.

And just a teaser, our Celebration of Design Awards Gala will be held on Friday, September 12th, 2014, at an exciting, fabulous venue you will not want to miss. The evening will be filled with invaluable networking, great food and cocktails, and awards given to the best of the best several design categories, including some new ones. If you have yet to attend a Celebration of Design Awards Gala, this is definitely the year to begin an annual tradition with your fellow Illinois members!

Thanks for reading!

Janet Davidsen, Allied ASID ASID Illinois Chapter President 2013/2014

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Mid-Year Updates from the ASID Illinois Board of Directors 2013-2014 John Scott, ASID – President-Elect

Jase Frederick, ASID – Director of Communications

I believe belonging to our professional association means more than just placing an acronym of letters after one’s name. This is why I chose to become involved as a Board member – to facilitate change as necessary in our organization, to help our members as the world, the economy and our industry evolves. My goals this year have been to listen and absorb as much information as I can in preparation to lead the chapter beginning in 2015. I want to engage our members and help provide you with the tools needed for a successful practice. As an ambassador for our organization, I have focused on simplifying procedure and welcoming new and prospective members this year, making ASID membership a desirable asset for the future. Specifically I have been responsible for our strategic, long-term plan for this year and next, helping to make it effective and clear, and to evince to our members that there is real, tangible value in an ASID Illinois membership.

I work with our PR and marketing professionals, media outlets, and fellow board members, to steer and promote our Chapter’s message to prospective chapter members, as well as consumers and potential clients. On our committee’s to-do list is our quarterly newsletter and other member communications, coordination of media relations with our PR and marketing firm, our chapter’s social media presence and direction, promoting a variety of member and consumer events, and, of course, our annual Celebration of Design Awards Gala.

Krystl Loiterman, Allied ASID – Director at Large As the Director at Large, I oversee the Industry Partners Forum, the Awards Committee, the Advocacy Task Force and the Outreach Partners Committee; I work very closely with our industry coalition, the Illinois Interior Design Coalition, to further expand our ability to practice in Illinois. I also love to volunteer at events when needed. I joined the Board after serving on and chairing committees for our membership. Being Director at Large is an amazing experience and ASID has opened up professional opportunities and provided many immersive learning experiences.

Additionally, the Outreach Partners Committee is also rebooting, and more information regarding volunteer opportunities and involvement will be available soon, so keep an eye on the ASID IL website and your email. My goal for the rest of the year is to build a core foundation of engaged committee members for the Advocacy Task Group as well as the Awards Committee.

Ultimately, I would like to leave my post with all four committees healthily positioned to jump into the 2014-2016 year. So I encourage you to volunteer with your ASID Chapter!

Jean Charlton, Allied ASID – Director of Membership About eight years ago, while I was still a student, I became involved in my local ASID Peer Group, which lead to volunteering for chapter committee work, which lead to being the committee chair for Design Summit. It seemed like a natural progression to serve on the Board. I find volunteering provides great opportunities for knowledge, personal growth, and fun. As Director of Membership, I oversee the Peer Groups, Emerging Professionals, Recruitment, the Holiday Party, the NeoCon Luncheon, and the New Member event. I am currently working with the committees on May's New Member Brunch and June's NeoCon luncheon, both of which will be hosted

by GE Monogram at the Merchandise Mart. Many EP Events for Emerging Professionals and those new to our profession and organization are also coming up.

I think it is important to keep Chapter communications relevant to our members, to the industry, and to the times in which we live, work, and communicate. This year our focus has been on promoting the advantages of hiring ASID Designers – you– through chapter involvement in consumer events such as SOFA and the Antiques & Modernism Show, as well as through print and online media. We’ve also worked to create and maintain a consistent chapter message and branding in all of our communications.

Plans are underway for Celebration of Design 2014, in one of the area’s most spectacular venues. The awards will be inclusive, as always, but with a focus on the advantage of ASID membership. The result will be a great competition and a great party. On the communications side, we’ll continue to educate members about why your involvement and input are crucial to keeping ASID relevant. We’ll continue to seek out and make worthy use of the extraordinary talent and resources of our chapter, as well as existing and prospective platforms and outlets.

Rick Gillman, Industry Partner Representative ASID – Finance Director I am a Certified Public Accountant specializing in the interior design industry for over 38 years, and joined the ASID Board to give back and help others with my experience in finance and the business of interior design.

In the last year I have lectured, mentored, assisted, donated and tried to help where ever I could. As is routine in this position, I plan to continue to reach out and assist the Board and members by keeping you alert of our financial situation and keeping the records according to standards set forth by our national chapter. My door is always open to members!

Lisa McManus, ASID – Professional Development Director I am the director of professional development for ASID Illinois through 2015. Professionally I am responsible for business development, design development and project management for the commercial interior design firm and furniture dealer KDI Design, Inc. I chose to join the ASID Board because I love helping fellow interior designers and students achieve their goals. I work to improve the professional experiences of our members continued on page 7

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ASID Illinois Chapter Membership Elects 2014-2015 Board Members Congratulations to the newest Board members for the ASID Illinois Chapter for the 2014-2015 term. These positions are two-year terms, voted on by the entire membership via electronic ballet process. Individuals who volunteer their time and talents to serve our members exemplify the spirit of ASID and honor our commitment to education, ethics and giving back. We are honored to have these new officers continue our rising standards of excellence.

Carol Stolt, Allied ASID President Elect As President Elect of our Illinois Chapter, Carol Stolt, Allied ASID will make it a priority to continue to strengthen the ASID brand, further legislative efforts, steer the continuing education of and provide business partnership opportunities to our members. Carol believes the chapter leader is in a unique position to guide the Board, committee members and volunteers to work collaboratively towards our goals.

Carol has over 20 years of interior design experience. A graduate of Harrington College of Design, her resume includes impressive stints at Perkins + Will, Lohan Associates and her current position as an Interior Designer at FGM Architects. She is a Registered Interior Designer in the state of Illinois and has been actively involved in ASID for several years, serving previously on committees and the Board in various leadership roles

John P. Cialone, ASID Director at Large 2014-2015 John Cialone, ASID is the Design Director for Tom Stringer Design Partners, a multi-faceted design firm. He deploys his characteristic energy to oversee client presentations and installations as well as the day-to-day priorities of the design staff. Prior to joining Tom

Stringer Design Partners, John ran his own Florida-based interior design firm, was an executive for Schumacher and spent several years as Chief Operating Officer of luxury footwear maker Stubbs and Wootton. John has an incredibly broad range of design expertise, which he devotes to ensuring the flow of clients’ projects is smooth and steady. John holds a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and has been a member of both the ASID Florida South and ASID Illinois Chapters.

John’s leadership started as an ASID Student Member, fulfilling roles as the ASID National Student Council President and on the ASID National Board.

Cynthia Smith, Allied ASID Director of Membership Cynthia C. Smith is the President and Principal Interior Designer at CCS Interior Design Group.

CCS is a residential and commercial design firm located in Downtown Chicago, IL. She is a licensed interior designer with over 10 years of experience in design work. She earned her first degree in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois in 2003, and her second degree in Interior Design, from the International Academy of Design and Technology in 2007, a winning degree combination to enhance the function and quality of interior spaces for the purpose of improving the quality of life. A savvy and well-rounded designer, Cynithia will trandfer her tireless efforts toward client satisfaction to the members of ASID Illinois.

She embraces challenging scenarios that require innovative solutions, which earned her an award for Outstanding Emerging Business in 2009. Her work has been featured in Crain’s Chicago Business, Chicago Home Improvement, BizNews, The Times, Today, Rosenberrry Rooms and Inside Illinois.

Cynthia donates her services to various charities around the Chicagoland area, her favorite being the Make-A-Wish IL Foundation. Also an active community volunteer, she mentors upcoming design students for ASID Real World Design week and at Marian Catholic High School. She’s a member of American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), African American Contractors Association (AACA), ASID peer group leader for Chicagoland area, ASID Social Media Chair and Step Up Women’s Network.

continued from page 6 by coordinating continuing education opportunities, preparation courses for certifications (such as NCIDQ) and planning networking events.

With my remaining time on the Board, I would like to promote quality NCIDQ and LEED preparation groups to our members. I will schedule intermediate-level CEUs to improve members’ knowledge bases. The

chapter's Emerging Professional Committee is teaming up with the Student Advisory Committee for a new graduate celebration and design forum on Wednesday, May 21st. The event will celebrate the graduates' entries into the profession as emerging professionals, and also will include a panel of interior design professionals to answer questions and give advice.

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Framing Up the Lake

New Members New Members

IP’s Photography Infuses Spaces with Natural Beauty Sejal R Patel, ASID, AIA Rosemarie A Dubina, Allied ASID, OTR/L, CAPS Susan L. Harvey, Allied ASID Theresa Y. Simmons, Allied ASID Catherine Wagner, Allied ASID Melinda McGuffee, Associate ASID Nancy A. Sibrava-Koenen, Associate ASID Courtney M. Ahern, Student ASID Susana A. Alzamora, Student ASID Katherine Buxton, Student ASID Flora Diaz, Student ASID Latoya D Ellis, Student ASID Jacqueline Figueroa, Student ASID Kristin Haag, Student ASID

Ted Glasoe is a night owl. But that doesn’t stop him from rising before dawn many

Suzanne A Hosticka, Student ASID

mornings to greet the sunrise. He walks five blocks from his Evanston condo to the

Laura E Johnson, Student ASID

lakefront, camera and coffee in tow. Sometimes he sets up his tripod on the beach,

Megan L Kelley, Student ASID

sometimes he trolls the shoreline searching for a fresh vantage point. Then he waits.

Jana Lake, Student ASID Tammi Loerop, Student ASID

Exactly what Glasoe’s lens will capture isn’t always predetermined. What he does

Cynthia Ann Meyer, Student ASID

know is that he’s drawn to Lake Michigan and to the power — and fragility — of nature

Erin E O'Brien, Student ASID

in our urban environment.

Mollie Kelly O'Shea, Student ASID Ana Santos-Puga, Student ASID Victoria E Sendzik, Student ASID

A fine art photographer and ASID Illinois Industry Partner, Glasoe conveys this Mayling Ayla Sigler, Student ASID

compelling and unexpected alliance through dramatic, large-scale photographic Adam Richard Stanchiu, Student ASID

images. His work is often presented in unusual ways, such as in backlit frames and Amy Vail, Student ASID

suspended from wires.

Samantha Nicole Vanags, Student ASID Tauji Shakita VanPelt, Student ASID

“There’s such a strong attachment to Lake Michigan in this area,” Glasoe says. “I

Sara Venecek, Student ASID

wanted a unique way for people to bring that love of the lake into their homes and at

Hope Wakawa, Student ASID

the same time infuse beauty and interest into a space.”

Heather Fenzel

Glascoe is just one of many ASID Illinois Industry Partners whose professional

New Industry Partners

focus is fine photographic art. Among those who select to join our member associa-

Heather Becker

The Conservation Center

tion there is a common understanding that collaboration often lends itself to better

Peggy A Cirese

DeSitter Flooring

results and more satisfied clients. For this reason, Glasoe says being a part of the ASID

Kristen Hagan

Revival Design LLC

community has been invaluable. “As an Industry Partner, I’ve learned so much from

Joshua Feinberg

DiVinci Painters, Inc.

ASID’s talented designers.”

Michael Foley

DiVinci Painters Inc

Hailey Gurvis

TOTO USA, Inc.

He collaborates with fellow members, design professionals and architecture firms

Jessica Herzog

Exquisite Surfaces

to choose the ideal image for their clients’ space. From the concept phase to final

Jason Hills

Williams-Sonoma, Inc

installation, he is known for personalized, attentive service. “My goal is to make the

Haig Matthew Klujian

Generations Rug Gallery, Inc.

Kerry Miles

Theodore Alexander USA, Inc.

TJ Mullally

GRAFF

Skippi Smith

ProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings

Tim Uihlein

BMO Harris Financial Advisors

La Tonya Williams

Williams-Sonoma, Inc

designer’s job easier,” he says.

Through his work, Glasoe also highlights the importance of protecting our environment. He donates a portion of each sale to the Alliance for the Great Lakes (www.greatlakes.org).

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Designing for Veterans Honored with IIDA Award

We want to send special congratulations to the team at Designing for Veterans on their recent recognition at the second annual RED Awards, hosted by our friends at the International Interior Design Association (IIDA). The team, led by founder and president Carol Way Cisco, Allied ASID, LEED AP ID+C, was honored with the top prize in the Healthcare – Assisted Living / Residential category for their Mission: Recovery project, in service of wounded veteran Marine Sgt. Daniel Tsutsumi.

The awards were announced on Thursday, April 3, 2014 at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Designers Around Town

The Northwest Suburban Peer Group had a "Red Carpet" experience at the Pirch Showroom In Oakbrook Center. Attendees also enjoyed a cheese and wine paring session by their Executive Chef. The showroom is a new concept in purchasing kitchen and bath products and Pirch is excited to work with designers. If you have not been, it's worth the trip!

The Art + Advocacy event held on March 27 was incredibly informative on two fronts: attendees learned about our legislative position and process, and received a tour of Industry Partner, The Conservation Center’s amazing facilities, where we saw a Picasso and Matisse being restored. Since 1983 the Center has offered an ever-widening array of conservation services. Special guest speakers included Don Davis - VP, ASID, Government & Public Affairs and Frederick Miller, IIDC President - The IL Interior Design Coalition. Check out the full album on our Facebook page!

ASID Illinois Design Summit 2014 Our 2014 Design Summit was one of the most successful in recent years, attracting over 150 guests who were treated to educational and informative day of networking, lectures and product presentations from our wonderful booth occupants. Special thanks to Design Summit Committee Chair Mary Grether and her team for producing such a great experience for members this year.

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One Coat of Paint Applied Multiple Lives Impacted Members Take Up Brushes for Local Nonprofit Fueled by strong coffee and an even stronger spirit of volunteerism, ten ASID members spent a Saturday putting their talents to work for the community. Organized by ASID’s Industry Partners, the group joined other volunteers on March 22 to paint the offices of La Casa Norte, a Humboldt Park-based nonprofit.

The Need La Casa Norte helps youth and families confronting homelessness by providing access to stable housing and support services that act as a catalyst to transform their lives. In the 10 years since opening its doors, La Casa Norte has brought hope to thousands of people who had nowhere else to turn — teenagers from troubled homes who faced a life on the streets, single mothers working two jobs and still unable to make ends meet, and the list goes on.

Having outgrown their current offices on North Avenue, La Casa Norte is constructing a brand new building nearby. However, that facility won’t be ready for a few years. In the meantime, the organization leased a 3,800square-foot building in Logan Square. Having been a preschool for several years, the interior badly needed a fresh coat of paint.

The Solution Enter ASID. The Industry Partners Committee was looking for a volunteer project, so committee member Ted Glasoe suggested contacting La Casa Norte, which he has supported over the years as a board member and volunteer.

“We wanted to have a volunteer day in addition to the CEU programs and social events we offer,” said longtime IP member and committee chair Sonia Dumont. “Painting the La Casa Norte’s offices was the perfect first project.”

“They spend so much time helping others, it was nice for us to have a chance to help them,” Glasoe said. “And ASID obviously has knowledge and skill in this area.”

Painting Day After enjoying coffee and treats, the group got to work, with the three professional painters — Mario Guertin of Painting in Partnership, Inc., and Grace Ragsdale and Rob Janda of Ragsdale, Inc. — leading the charge.

“Mario, Grace and Rob did a great job helping everyone, including students from Josephinum Academy and UIC,” Dumont said. “The whole process was smooth and efficient with their expert direction. They also brought equipment and supplies, which was really helpful.”

The paint itself — 50 gallons — came from Sherwin-Williams, generously offered by ASID-IP member, Annmarie Fabbi, who saw the notice about the event and contacted the IP group.

Selected colors primarily included light greens and blues, ideal for creating a welcoming and calming environment for La Casa Norte’s staff and clients.

Bright, vivid colors were applied to the conference room and a few other

The ASID team: (back row from left) Janet Davidsen (ASID IL president), Will Salter, Paul Ramoie, Grace Ragsdale, Rob Janda, Ed Hanlon, Sonia Dumont, ( front row from left) Ted Glasoe, Krystl Loiterman, Mario Guertin

areas. Almost all of the dozen or so rooms got at least one coat of paint by the end of the day.

“We can’t thank Sherwin-Williams enough for supplying the paint and everyone for giving up their time for such a good cause,” said Glasoe.

A New Tradition After this successful event, the IP group plans to make volunteer days a regular event on the yearly calendar. Keep an eye out for the next one coming this summer, and watch for all IP events, including CEUs and social gatherings!

Shout Out ASID thanks these donors for their generosity: • Sherwin-Williams (2902 W. Fullerton) - 50 gallons of paint, T-shirts • Starbucks (2101 W. Armitage) - Coffee • and all the volunteers that came out to help.

18,669 children in the Chicago Public Schools in 2012–13 were homeless, an 8.2% increase from the previous year.

La Casa Norte (lacasanorte.org) is the largest service provider to youth experiencing homelessness in Chicago through our drop-in and emergency shelter bed programs on the South Side and West Side. These programs provide shelter, mentoring, case management and other opportunities to youth as they move off the streets into stable housing, and achieve their personal and career-related goals.

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Event

Calendar May 14-16

Hospitality Design Exposition & Conference (HD EXPO), Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas HD Expo is the premier trade show and hospitality conference for its industry.

Established in 1992 and presented by Hospitality Design magazine, it remains at the forefront by offering the newest and most innovative products and services, encouraging and sharing ideas, providing inspiration and connecting hospitality professionals. HD Expo is dedicated to bringing the interior design industry, architects, owners/operators, developers, specifiers and purchasers the best available resources for their projects. This includes the most informative conference sessions led by top specialists pertinent to today’s industry.

Hospitality professionals are looking for opportunities to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s solutions. Attend HD Expo and you can examine tools, products and services to remain successful in our changing economy.

See first-hand the latest designs for interiors as well as ideas that make doing business in the hospitality industry easier and more ingenious than ever before. Technology and artistry come together not only to inspire the senses but also to ignite the imagination. Through CEU/LU accredited conference sessions educational credits can be earned along with having your industry related questions answered by our experts. From world-renowned interior designers to internationally recognized developers, HD Expo shares their insight via a conference program based on what attendees want. The schedule is balanced and multi-faceted with various networking opportunities to provide a hospitality conference unlike any other. Take advantage of all that the show has to offer and make the most of your time by attending the sessions that will impact the way you approach design.

Visit www.hdexpo.com/index.shtml for more information and to register.

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ASID at the ICFF, Javits Convention Center New York City Join ASID at the ICFF May 17-20, 2014 during North America’s premier showcase for contemporary design, the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF). For the first time, ASID is partnering with the ICFF, for ASID at the ICFF, to present exciting collection of Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC)/Continuing Education Unit (CEU)-approved programming during the show’s run. The alliance bolsters the ASID and ICFF’s longtime commitment to continuing education. ICFF will host more than 500 exhibitors from all points of the globe to display contemporary furniture, seating, carpet and flooring, lighting, outdoor furniture, materials, wall coverings, accessories, textiles, and kitchen and bath for residential and commercial interiors.

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ASID Illinois Chapter Board Meeting, 1647 Merchandise Mart 6:00-8:30PM If you would like to attend this open meeting, please RSVP at asidil@sbcglobal.net or 312-467-5080

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Graduated and Emerging Professionals Event Time and Place TBD Save the date for this event, and visit asidillinois.com for more information and to register.

June 9

ASID Illinois NeoCon Luncheon, GE Monogram Showroom Merchandise Mart, 11:30AM – 1:30PM Join us at our annual luncheon at the world’s trade fair, NeoCon! Enjoy networking, education and great food with your fellow designers. Save the date!

Visit asidillinois.com for more information and to register.

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NeoCon 2014, Merchandise Mart, Chicago 9:00AM – 5:00PM daily, with evening events TBD NeoCon is North America’s is the largest design exposition and conference for interiors, annually attended by over 40,000 architecture and design professionals. With over three days of non-stop resources, energy and ideas, NeoCon is the single most important industry event of the year and your one-stop destination. As the premier industry event, NeoCon provides access to the latest and most innovative products and endless educational and networking opportunities. NeoCon educational programming features nearly 100 accredited seminars, association forums and keynote presentations that showcase leading industry and business experts.

NeoCon, The National Exposition of Contract Furnishings, debuted in 1969 with 750 exhibitors filling 222,000 square feet of space in The Merchandise Mart. 45 shows later, and over 1 million square feet of showroom and exhibition space, NeoCon is now considered the largest trade show of its kind in North America.

For more information and to register, visit www.neocon.com

11 Each individual education session qualifies for 0.1 CEU credit. Learn more about the ASID education sessions and speakers. ASID at the ICFF ticket purchasers must be registered to attend the ICFF. Advance trade registration is complimentary until May 13. Trade registration is $60 after May 13.

ASID Career Exchange and Portfolio Review at NeoCon Merchandise Mart, 10:30AM – 12:00PM

Join ASID for a great networking opportunity for students and recent graduates with leading architecture and design firms, as well as manufacturers.

Representatives will be on hand to offer information about their companies

Trade registration and more information at www.icff.com/for-attendees/traderegistration

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and answer questions about careers in the industry. Need advice on how to improve your resume and/or portfolio? ASID designer members will be

present to lend you their expertise. Don't miss this valuable chance to connect one-on-one with top professionals in the industry!

Information and registration at www.asid.org/content/asid-career-exchangeand-portfolio-review-neocon

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Dwell on Design, Los Angeles Convention Center Los Angeles, California

Dwell on Design LA, curated by the editors of Dwell magazine, returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center June 20-22, 2014. With three full days of dynamic exhibitions, unparalleled educational opportunities, cutting-edge technologies, 90 onstage programs, 200 speakers, and more than 2,000 innovative modern furnishings and products.

For more information and to register, visit www.dwellondesign.com

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Celebration: The ASID Deisgn Gala, Paramount Pictures Studios Los Angeles, California

Celebration: The ASID Awards Gala is the most notable design event of the year! Join us on Saturday, June 21, 2014, at Paramount Pictures Studios in Los Angeles as we celebrate the 2014 ASID Design Award winners and the profound impact design has on the human experience. The gala will feature private tours of the Paramount grounds, fabulous food, an open bar and incredible entertainment. Designers and design-lovers alike are invited to attend. Tickets are available

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Tri-Board Mixologist Event, 325 N. Wells Street, Time TBD

Partnering with IIDA, we have spearheaded a fundraiser for our IL Interior Design Coalition (IIDC) that will take place in four fabulous showrooms.

A famous mixologist, Amy Probasco, from Girl and the Goat, will mix

by room and by style. Save your favorites in “My Design File” and share them with clients. An archive of our best images

signature cocktails for the evening, and participating showrooms will complement with food and decor. Don't miss the fun and save the date!

at your fingertips… AMAZING.

Visit www.ASIDIllinois.com for more information and to register to attend.

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ASID Illinois Annual Meeting & Committee Training Time and Place TBD

Save the date for our 2014 annual meeting! We will honor our outgoing Board members and swear in the new appointments to the Board of Directors. Food and cocktails will be served.

Check back at asidillinois.com/news-events/ for more information and to

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ASID announces 2014 Design Award Winners Healthcare, Education and Research, Technology Innovation and more

By Kevin Mulvaney, Vice President, Strategic Marketing and Communications, ASID The American Society of Interior Designers announces the winners of the 2014 ASID Design Awards. These prestigious awards recognize those who have achieved the highest level of excellence in interior design. Recipients are outstanding members of the design community who demonstrate an unyielding commitment to advancing the profession and harnessing the power of design to improve the human experience. The winners have contributed important work in healthcare design, education and research, technology innovation and workplace design.

“These four awards pay tribute to the remarkable contributions and accomplishments of our peers, but more importantly they serve as a barometer for the interior design profession,” said Rachelle Schoessler Lynn, president of ASID. “These innovators are making bold strides in technology, evidence-based and human-centric design and are training the next generation of designers. They exemplify the field’s strength, promise and value.”

Each year, ASID appoints a distinguished panel of professional members, fellows and representatives of the design community to serve on the awards committee. These leaders review nominations and select the winners. This year’s awards were judged by Gary Wheeler, FASID, FIIDA, co-founder of WHEELERKÄNIK; Susan S. Szenasy, Hon. ASLA, Hon. AIA NYC, publisher of Metropolis; Jennifer Busch, Hon. IIDA, vice president of A&D Market Development at Interface; Tim Duggan, ASLA, community planner and landscape architect at the Make it Right Foundation; and Elizabeth Oshana, Allied ASID, healthcare designer at CAMA Inc. The 2014 ASID Design Award winners are: Tama Duffy Day, FASID, FIIDA, LEED AP BD+C — Designer of Distinction Over the past 30 years, Washington, D.C.-based Tama Duffy Day has produced an impressive body of work demonstrating the measurable effects of design on productivity, efficiency and health outcomes. As a firmwide leader of the Health & Wellness Practice Area at Gensler, a research-driven global design and architecture firm, her practice probes the healing capabilities of interior design and its capacity to influence cultures. Duffy Day’s commitment to research-driven design is matched by her dedication to mentoring and inspiring the next generation of designers.

Judith Heerwagen — Design for Humanity Working at the intersection of design and psychology, Seattle-based Judith Heerwagen seeks solutions to improve environmental and human health. A behavioral ecology and environmental psychology expert in the U.S. General Services Administration’s Office of Federal High-Performance Green Buildings, Heerwagen’s pioneering research in biophilia examines how design influences organizational effectiveness as well as occupant behavior, health and work performance. Her influence in the GSA, the world’s largest real estate owner, will benefit the organization’s more than 12,000 employees and have a ripple effect throughout the design industry.

Haworth — Design Innovation A global leader in workspace solutions, Holland, Mich.-based Haworth is transforming collaboration and communication in the workplace. Bluescape, a new cloud-based technology

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“accelerates decision-making by enabling anyone to create, communicate, visualize, organize and strategize virtually anything, anywhere, anytime,” according to the company. Developed in partnership with Obscura Digital, the visual collaborative interface connects teams across time zones in an infinite workspace, where an unlimited number of users can write, draw, share media and work with online applications to solve problems in realtime.

Amy Campos — Nancy Vincent McClelland Merit Award Amy Campos is the founder of San Francisco-based Amy Campos Architect (ACA), an interdisciplinary architecture and design firm that views every project as an opportunity to improve the way we work, live and play. Her innovative approach to interior design has proven successful in her practice and in the classroom. Campos has taught architecture, urban design and interior design at several prestigious design institutions and is currently an assistant professor at the California College of the Arts. The four recipients will be honored at Celebration, the Society’s annual awards gala, which will be held at Paramount Pictures Studios in Los Angeles on June 21, 2014.

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