Events Calendar
UPCOMING EVENTS
Fall Market Event
The New Guard
The Workshop ~
The C-Suite We All Wish We Had
Wednesday, November 10, 2026
The Boston Design Center
BOSTON, MA
SAVE THE DATE
Join us at the Boston Design Center for an afternoon designed to bring business owners and industry peers together for meaningful conversation, fresh perspective, and connection.
The afternoon will include expert-led roundtable discussions covering Legal, Finance, Marketing, and Operations, along with candid peer conversations and plenty of time to connect over lunch and cocktails.
The Layered Life 2027 Retreat
DETAILS COMING SOON
A new retreat is on the horizon.
Three days designed for connection, clarity, and conversation—with the people who understand the work because they’re living it, too.
April 2027
Thursday, October 8, 2026
The Boston Design Center
BOSTON, MA
9:00am - 9:30am Finding Your Voice with Rachel & Kate
How to develop confidence in your point of view, communicate what makes you different and begin making choices that reflect the career you actually want.
A conversation about developing confidence in your point of view, communicating your value, choosing the right clients and opportunities, and knowing when to trust your instincts. Because finding your voice isn’t only about what your work looks like. It’s about how you want to work, who you want to work with, and what you want your business to become.
9:30am - 10:00am Turning Talent Into a Career
Rachel & Kate in conversation with Gabrielle Bove, Stephanie Freeman and Misty Gray
What happens after you realize you’re good at this?
A candid conversation between established and emerging designers about the shift from creative talent to building a real career. From finding your voice and trusting your point of view to attracting the right clients, communicating your value, building relationships, and learning to think like a business owner, we’ll talk about what it takes to turn early momentum into something lasting.
PAST EVENTS
The Resource Room
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
BOSTON, MA
The Resource Room is a curated learning series designed to connect interior designers with trusted industry experts, resources, and conversations that elevate both the creative process and the client experience.
This session features two leaders whose expertise strengthens every stage of a project. Julie Mussafer of Jules Place Gallery will share how thoughtful art curation helps designers create layered, personal interiors while enhancing the client experience. Donna Venegas of Venegas and Company will offer an inside look at collaborating with designers to bring custom cabinetry from concept to completion with clarity, craftsmanship, and care.
We’ll conclude with a panel discussion featuring designers who have partnered with Donna and her team, sharing real-world insights, lessons learned, and the value of strong industry relationships.
Whether you’re looking to expand your resource network, refine your process, or learn from experienced peers, The Resource Room offers a morning of practical insight, meaningful connection, and fresh perspective.