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Design Edge Midwest

Dates

November 4-5, 2026

Venue

Renaissance Schaumburg

Convention Center

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Event Details

Our events are designed around connection—not just products. From inspiring new collections and emerging trends to valuable education and face-to-face conversations, Design Edge creates an environment where designers and manufacturers can learn from one another, collaborate, and grow together.

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Register for Design Edge Midwest

Registration is open for qualified designers to attend our invitation-only event Fall 2026 in the beautiful city of Chicago. Register Now!

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Participating Manufacturers

Design Edge Midwest offers a rock star lineup of manufacturers participating in the event. Come meet and mingle with your favorites!

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Floorplan

Get a first look at the Design Edge Midwest Floor Plan to see where your favorite manufactures are located and how to find them

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Schedule of Events

Design Edge Midwest is bringing together an exciting lineup of industry voices, experts, and design professionals to provide value for you!

Manufacturers Portal

Design Edge Event Information for our fabulous manufacturers can be found here along with answers to manufacturer questions.

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Designer Resources

Interior Designers are the heart of our event and we want to provide resources to help you grow stronger, more profitable businesses.

Event Schedule

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

9:00 am - 6:00 pm : Design Edge Midwest Show Floor Open

9:00 am - 10:00 am : ASID/NKBA VIP Access

10:00 am - 11:00 am : Design Edge Midwest Opening Keynote

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm : Design Edge Educational Program: Economic Housing Forecast for the Design Trade

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm : Design Edge Educational Program: Business of Midwest Design Panel Discussion

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm : Design Edge Reception

Event Schedule

Thursday, November 5, 2026

9:00 am - 4:00 pm : Design Edge Midwest Show Floor Open

9:00 am - 10:00 am : ASID/NKBA VIP Access

10:00 am - 11:00 am : Opening Educational Program

11:30 am - 12:30 pm : Designer Services Presentations at the Maker's Stage

12:30 pm - 1:15 pm : Best of Design Edge Program at the Maker's Stage.

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm : Design Edge Educational Program

4:00 pm Design Edge Show Close

Floorplan

Floor Plan

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Show Sponsors

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Participating Manufacturers

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