THE MART is home to major trade and consumer shows, design events and programs scheduled throughout the year. Check back often for updated information and new events and shows.
Business of Design – Sustainability in Design
April 5, 2023
11:30 am
Meet on 6 Conference Center, Suite 6-180B | THE MART
THE MART Showrooms, in partnership with ASID Illinois, present Business of Design – Sustainability in Design.
Sustainability isn’t just a trend – it is the way of design moving forward. How do we keep sustainability front of mind? What does sustainability look like? How do we keep it cost-effective for our clients?
Speakers Jase Frederick (Senior Designer, Tom Stringer Design Partners) and Edwin Hanlon (Project Manager, Designs for Dignity) will walk through what sustainability in design means for you as part of the monthly Business in Design series.
TRADE EVENT ONLY – Interior Designers and Architects
MART Ambassadors
April 13, 2023
THE MART
Designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!
Wine & Design: A Tasting Tour
May 4, 2023
First Floor | THE MART
THE MART, in partnership with Wine Spectator Magazine, invites you to a new experience in wine and design. Enjoy tastings of wine from around the world with savory hors d’oeuvres while you tour the inspiring showrooms on the first floor.
Wine & Design is pleased to support two dynamic charities that strongly impact the Chicago community – The Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation and United Way of Metro Chicago.
Tickets now available!
Business of Design – Photoshoot Tips to Get Your Project Published
May 17, 2023
11:30 am
Meet on 6 Conference Center, Suite 6-180B | THE MART
A monthly lecture series hosted by THE MART Showrooms and ASID Illinois intended on tackling various business topics within the design industry.
Design Delegation
May 18, 2023
THE MART
Design Delegation is a showroom-nominated peer group of “second-in-command” designers at top Chicago-area firms. These designers are invited to spend the day at THE MART and get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the building and its showrooms. Each quarterly meeting is an opportunity build connections, gain unique insights about THE MART, and create unforgettable memories.
AIA Custom Residential Architects Network
May 25, 2023
THE MART
CRAN Chicago provides a vibrant meeting place for practitioners within the Custom Residential Architectural community to share knowledge, experiences, resources, and events.
NeoCon
June 12-14, 2023
THE MART
NeoCon is the world’s leading platform and most important event for the commercial design industry. Since launching in 1969, NeoCon has served as the annual gathering place for design professionals and end-users. The three-day event showcases game-changing products and services from both leading companies and emerging talent—providing unparalleled access to the latest and most innovative solutions. Additionally, a robust educational program of keynote presentations and CEU sessions offers world-class expertise and insight about today’s most relevant topics during the show and throughout the year. A launch pad for innovation—NeoCon offers ideas and introductions that shape the built environment today and into the future.
MART Ambassadors
June 13, 2023
THE MART
Designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!
Luxe RED Awards
June 20, 2023
THE MART
Luxe Interiors + Design’s annual RED Awards honor the best residential architecture, interior design and landscape architecture projects across the country.
Business of Design – Business Bootcamp
July 12, 2023
11:30 am
Meet on 6 Conference Center, Suite 6-180B | THE MART
A monthly lecture series hosted by THE MART Showrooms and ASID Illinois intended on tackling various business topics within the design industry.
Design Delegation
July 20, 2023
THE MART
Design Delegation is a showroom-nominated peer group of “second-in-command” designers at top Chicago-area firms. These designers are invited to spend the day at THE MART and get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the building and its showrooms. Each quarterly meeting is an opportunity build connections, gain unique insights about THE MART, and create unforgettable memories.
Backlot BBQ Bash
August 9, 2023
North Drive │ THE MART
Back Lot BBQ Bash is Design’s for Dignity’s summer party in partnership with the Building Industry Association of Greater Chicago (BIAGC). Attendees enjoy bites from local chefs and vendors on the North Drive of THE MART. Craft beers and artisanal cocktails are served – along summertime games of giant Jenga and Bags along with a DJ spinning tunes to celebrate the summer season!
MART Ambassadors
August 22, 2023
THE MART
Designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!
Business of Design – Construction Considerations
August 23, 2023
11:30 am
Meet on 6 Conference Center, Suite 6-180B | THE MART
A monthly lecture series hosted by THE MART Showrooms and ASID Illinois intended on tackling various business topics within the design industry.
Design Chicago
September 27-28, 2023
Floors 1, 6, & 14 │ THE MART
Join us on Wednesday and Thursday, September 27th and 28th, for Design Chicago, the Midwest’s Largest Residential Design Conference featuring two days of education, product features and design inspiration from the kitchen, bath and home furnishings showrooms at THE MART.
MART Ambassadors
September 27-28, 2023
THE MART
During Design Chicago, designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!
Design Delegation
October 12, 2023
THE MART
Design Delegation is a showroom-nominated peer group of “second-in-command” designers at top Chicago-area firms. These designers are invited to spend the day at THE MART and get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the building and its showrooms. Each quarterly meeting is an opportunity build connections, gain unique insights about THE MART, and create unforgettable memories.
Business of Design – Going Out on Your Own
October 25, 2023
11:30 am
Meet on 6 Conference Center, Suite 6-180B | THE MART
A monthly lecture series hosted by THE MART Showrooms and ASID Illinois intended on tackling various business topics within the design industry.
MART Ambassadors
November 7, 2023
THE MART
Designers with prominent social media platforms are invited to come to THE MART as Ambassadors!
Business of Design – Branching Out from Residential to Hospitality
November 8, 2023
11:30 am
Meet on 6 Conference Center, Suite 6-180B | THE MART
A monthly lecture series hosted by THE MART Showrooms and ASID Illinois intended on tackling various business topics within the design industry.
Design Delegation
December 7, 2023
THE MART
Design Delegation is a showroom-nominated peer group of “second-in-command” designers at top Chicago-area firms. These designers are invited to spend the day at THE MART and get a first-hand look behind the scenes of the building and its showrooms. Each quarterly meeting is an opportunity build connections, gain unique insights about THE MART, and create unforgettable memories.