Where
Marketplace Design Center2400 Market Street
Grand Hall / 4th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Driving Directions
Contact
Kathleen Penney, PresidentIFDA Philadelphia Chapter
610-918-6131
kathleen@klpinteriors.com
NEXT EVENT
OCTOBER 10th
6:00 PM
SAVE THE DATE!
CHARITY AUCTION
at the
Pennsylvania Academy
of the Fine Arts
For additional event information click on the logo above.
CONNECT THE DOTS: Design Style in Context
an IFDA Philadelphia Chapter Event
To kick off the autumn season the IFDA Philadelphia Chapter presents CONNECT THE DOTS: Design Style in Context . Highlights of design styles from the antiquities to contemporary times are presented within the context of history, culture, events, important people, symbols, and meaning. Examples of modern interpretations guide and inspire designers.
Susan Slotkis a fellow IFDA & ASID member of the New York City Chapters will present this unique design style seminar. This 2 hour comprehensive seminar has never been offered here in the Philadelphia market and with that we suggest you register today to secure your place!
We want to acknowledge and thank the IFDA Educational Foundation for the chapter grant received to make this seminar possible for the entire Philadelphia interior design community.
To learn more about the IFDA Educational Foundation click on the logo above to be directed to the IFDA-EF website.
Following the seminar....
A luncheon will also be provided and sponsored by The Harrington Group in the showroom Suite 309
Presenter : Susan Slotkis
is an interior designer, educator, author and industry expert grounded in a background in human services and communication. She holds three degrees, all with honors: Master’s in Social Services from Boston University, Bachelor’s of Art from State University of New York at Albany, and Associate’s of Art and Science from Fashion Institute of Technology, SUNY.
For over 25 years, her interior design firm PROFILES – PERSONALIZED INTERIORS has been known for involving the client in the process. While her firm is Manhattan-based, projects have included homes for clients in the greater Metro area, Florida and California.
Active in the NY Metro Chapter of American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), in 2011 Susan was recognized with the highest honor bestowed by ASID on a local level as ASID Chapter Medalist. She previously served twice on their Board of Directors and as Editor-in-Chief and chair of student career and scholarship events for many years. She is the recipient of five Presidential Citations. She also served as Director at Large on the National Board of the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA), and as Branding Director of its NY Chapter. Susan received the Barbara Brock Grant from the IFDA Education Foundation for her seminars. Ms. Slotkis is an Educator Affiliate of IDEC, the Interior Design Educators Council.
Currently adjunct assistant professor at Fashion Institute of Technology, SUNY and instructor at NYU. Her students range from recent high school grads aspiring to be designers to career changers and those just thirsting to learn. Her success has been built on her ability to weave design concepts and trends within the context of art, culture, history, and lifestyle to encourage students to take a broader view of life and style.
Susan will also be available after the seminar for a book sale and signing of her book….
Foundations of Interior Design, 2nd Edition.
This is a comprehensive introduction to the creative, technical, and business knowledge required by the interior design profession. It encompasses color theory, design history, architectural elements, finishing touches, trend forecasting, and the basics of running a business. The book is rooted in a practical approach to creating safe, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing spaces for residential and contract clients. Current concerns such as social responsibility, sustainability, health, safety, welfare, and designing in a global, cultural context are woven throughout.