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Upcoming events

    • 24 Sep 2025
    • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Lightform Edmonton 10545 124 Street NW, Edmonton
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    Interactive Workshop Event featuring a-emotional

    Join us for an exclusive event celebrating the art of handmade lighting, featuring special guests from Spain: a-emotional lighting

    You are invited to participate and engage in the process as we explore materials and discover the techniques and lasting craftsmanship behind a-emotional’s designs.

    Attend the event for the chance to win a lamp designed and handcrafted by a-emotional. We hope to see you there!


    4:30-5:00 PM: Doors open, welcome snacks and drinks

    5:00-6:00 PM: Presentation by Marcos from a-emotional that includes interactive elements and details on the process behind hand-made lighting


    • 29 Sep 2025
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • DWA Interiors Edmonton - 5206 86 Street Edmonton AB
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    Exclusive to Interior Design Students

    Come out, meet and socialize with existing DIDAA Members to learn about becoming a Student Member with DIDAA at

    our Member Appreciation Social. NO COST EVENT

    *Coffee and Pastries Served*


    September 29, 2025

    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    DWA Interiors Edmonton

    5206 86 Street Edmonton

    Registration required.


     


    • 9 Oct 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Brew and Bloom South located at 1019 Parsons Rd SW Edmonton AB.
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    The Decorating & Interior Design Association of Alberta (DIDAA) is excited to host our first DIDAA DESIGN AWARDS.

    The winners will be celebrated at our

    AGM and Awards Gala October 9th 2025.

    The 2025 Design Awards Gala & AGM will be hosted at the Brew and Bloom South

    located at 1019 Parsons Rd SW Edmonton AB.

    Submissions Open

    AGM

    Vote in the new board

    Reflect on the year past

    Look forward to the year coming.

    Awards Gala

    Winners will be announced at the AGM/Design Awards Gala October 9th, 2025 and will be featured on the DIDAA Website and all Social Media Platforms.

    Winners will be awarded a certificate, be featured on all social media platforms and website. First place will receive a Memento in addition to the above.



    • 10 Dec 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Zoom
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    Wisdom Wednesday

    Profit Clarity - How To Analyze Profit in Your Interior Design Business

    December 10 at 12:00 PM MST on Zoom


    Simplify your numbers, understand your true profit, and build a business that supports both your creativity and your lifestyle

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    Do you know how much profit your design firm is really making?

    Many interior designers are so focused on the creative side of their business that they avoid digging into their numbers. But without a clear picture of your profit, it’s almost impossible to price projects with confidence, pay yourself consistently, or grow sustainably.

    In this webinar, Brenda will break down profit analysis for interior design firms in a way that’s simple, approachable, and empowering. You don’t need to be a numbers expert—you just need a system that works.

    You’ll Learn:

    • The difference between revenue, expenses, and true profit

    • How to calculate your “Cost to Be Open” number (the baseline every designer must know)

    • Simple tools to track your profit each month

    • How to use your profit analysis to make smarter decisions and avoid burnout

    This isn’t about complicated spreadsheets or accounting jargon—it’s about giving you clarity so your business supports the life and work you love. Register now and take the first step toward financial confidence in your design business.


    About Brenda Brix Consulting

    Brenda Brix, Creative Director and owner of AMR I Design has transformed thousands of lives through her unique design style and innovative renovation expertise. She is a highly regarded industry leader who uses process, structure and technology to streamline everything. Through Brenda Brix Consulting, she offers business strategy planning and consulting for Interior Designers driven to live abundantly while taking charge of their business.

Past events

16 Sep 2025 Duravit Lunch and Learn hosted by Robinson Lighting and Bath
12 Sep 2025 Submissions for the DIDAA Design Awards 2025
4 Sep 2025 Business Round Table - September
21 Aug 2025 Cheers O'Clock - DIDAA Member Appreciation Social
17 Jul 2025 Stucco & Stone: Two Timeless Applications Unveiled
19 Jun 2025 Work Smarter with Blanco hosted by Robinson Lighting and Bath
11 Jun 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: Designing Your Safety Net - Income Protection for Interior Designers
29 May 2025 Member Appreciation Social
14 May 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: Contract Fundamentals for Interior Designers
8 May 2025 Colour and Paint in Environments for the Aging by Benjamin Moore (A CEU Presentation)
24 Apr 2025 Silica & Manufacturing: Understanding the Risks and Responsibilities of Choosing the Right Fabricator
10 Apr 2025 Vicostone Product Knowledge and Sound Bath (3 Sessions)
9 Apr 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: BDC 101 - How to Get a Business Loan
25 Mar 2025 An Introduction to ICO Bath with Robinson Lighting and Bath
20 Mar 2025 2025 DIDAA Business Summit
12 Mar 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: Starting Over - What I did Differently & What I Learned
27 Feb 2025 DIDAA Member Appreciation Social
19 Feb 2025 Tile 101 with Ames Tile & Stone (CEU)
12 Feb 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: Money Talks - What Every Designer Needs to Know About Business Finances
29 Jan 2025 Kitchen Design Tips & Tricks
15 Jan 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: Renovation Ready - The Role of Organization In A Smooth Transition
18 Dec 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Benjamin Moore Colour of the Year & Colour Trends 2025 (A CEU Presentation)
28 Nov 2024 Slab n' Paint with BFC Flooring and Julian Tile
13 Nov 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Working with Contractors
7 Nov 2024 Business Round Table - November
6 Nov 2024 Specifying the Right Hardwood for the Job
22 Oct 2024 Stair & Rail Design Showcase
16 Oct 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Press & Media with Amanda Lwanga
3 Oct 2024 Business Round Table - October
19 Sep 2024 DIDAA AGM
5 Sep 2024 Business Round Table - September
14 Aug 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Onboarding with Brenda Brix
9 Aug 2024 DIDAA Social
1 Aug 2024 Business Round Table - August
12 Jul 2024 DIDAA Social - Patio Party
13 Jun 2024 YEG to YYC Designer Road Trip: An Exclusive Journey into the World of Design
11 Apr 2024 "Let's talk about those walls"
21 Mar 2024 Don't Sell Yourself Short. Learn How to Sell High-End.
29 Feb 2024 Benjamin Moore Presents The Science of Colour & Light, A CEU Presentation
9 Nov 2023 Glass Glamour: A Designer Showcase Night
19 Oct 2023 Designing for Business Success
17 Oct 2023 Shattering the Glass Ceiling
20 Sep 2023 Life Work Balance - All About Perspective, with Brenda Brix
14 Sep 2023 DIDAA 2023 Annual General Meeting
10 Aug 2023 ORWW's Summer Beer-B-Q Bash!
20 Jul 2023 Cabinets and Cattle, by AG Woodcrafting
6 Jul 2023 Cabinetry Cantina, by Archetype Kitchens
8 Jun 2023 Urban Granite presents Italian Quality!
1 Jun 2023 Prima Stone + Iron River Surfaces June 1st
3 May 2023 For the Love of Fabric! With Rainbow Draperies
20 Apr 2023 Flights & Floors
11 Apr 2023 Sprouting into Spring
9 Mar 2023 Wedi Seminar - Tile and Stone Source Edmonton
7 Mar 2023 Colour Foundations, a Benjamin Moore CEU!
8 Feb 2023 Hearts & Honey, FEB 8.
7 Feb 2023 ChamClad's New Product Launch!
1 Dec 2022 Kitchen Range Hoods and their Impact on Kitchen Design
9 Nov 2022 World Of Tile
21 Jun 2022 Wallpaper & It's Best Applications
26 May 2022 Customised Shower Solutions For Every Need
23 Mar 2022 Storm Appliances Designer Tour
22 Feb 2022 Luxury Lighting to Enhance Aging in Place
19 Jan 2022 Colour & Paint in Environments for the Aging
10 Nov 2021 Importance of Range Hoods in Kitchen Design
24 Jun 2021 Brand like a BOSS!
26 Apr 2021 Risk Assesment
The DIDAA is committed to advancing professional development and fostering relationships within the design community

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