The IDC has partnered with the best fabricators and experts to bring you a range of in-depth training sessions designed to enhance your professional development. Our sessions focus on production techniques and manufacturing processes including demonstrations by the fabricators, insights into design techniques, in-depth training on product and material specification, maintenance and care, and everything you need to know to communicate your designs to suppliers, manufacturers, and clients.

Furniture Design and Fabric Specification Training for Interior Designers

Date: August 17th, 2023

Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Location: David Shaw Showroom and Factory, 104 Antigua St, Addington

This professional development training is designed for interior designers who are interested in furniture design and fabric specification. You will learn about David Shaw's design process, material selection, different types of foam and cushion inners, construction techniques, and how they can customize David Shaw pieces for their clients. The training will also include a tour of the David Shaw factory and demonstrations by their makers. You will also learn about different upholstery fabrics, how to choose the right types of fabrics for different furniture designs, and the care and maintenance of soft and hard furniture. You will be provided with a training manual containing all the information covered during the day.

Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Registration: To RSVP for this event, please email info@idcollective.co.nz. Spaces are limited, and will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis. Registration will close on August 10th, 2023.

Evaluation and Feedback:

Feedback and evaluation forms will be provided at the end of the training, and participants will be encouraged to provide their feedback on the event. This feedback will be used to improve future training events.