Interior Design Association of WNY

11/06/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Michelle Peller White of Chochkeys and Barbara Reformat of babsDESIGN to IDA of WNY’s First Annual Tablescaping Event!

✨ Destination Inspiration: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil & Ipanema Beach!

Both Past Presidents of IDA of WNY, Michelle and Barb bring decades of design expertise, creativity, and a shared passion for giving back to the community. Both are graduates of Villa Maria College, serve on its Interior Design Advisory Council, and have been recognized for their philanthropic contributions to organizations including Ronald McDonald House and Kevin Guest House.

Michelle brings over 25 years of experience creating distinctive residential interiors through Chochkeys, while Barb is celebrated for her exceptional eye for color, fashion, and bespoke design through babsDESIGN.

🌺 Inspired by the vibrant energy of Rio de Janeiro and the beauty of Ipanema Beach, this talented duo will bring their shared love of bold colors, rich textures, and coastal inspiration to life in an extravagant tablescape that transforms dining into an art form!

✨ Join us to experience their creation!

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 3 PM
📍 Forbes Theater | 500 Pearl Street, Buffalo, NY

🎟️ Tickets available through the link in our bio!

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11/06/2026

🚗✨ PARKING INFORMATION | 2026 TABLESCAPING EVENT

Joining us for the IDA of WNY’s First Annual Tablescaping Event on Saturday, November 7th? We can’t wait to welcome you! Here are a few helpful parking details to make your arrival as seamless as possible.

📍 EVENT LOCATION
Forbes Theater at 500 Pearl
500 Pearl Street | Buffalo, NY 14202

🅿️ WHERE TO PARK

On-Site Parking Garage: 500 Pearl offers convenient covered parking directly within the building! The garage entrance is located on Franklin Street, between W. Chippewa Street and W. Tupper Street. Look for the blue parking sign.

Parking Rates: Standard posted rates are $3 per hour, with a daily maximum of $20. Rates are subject to change, so please check upon arrival.

Additional Parking: Several nearby paid parking lots and garages are also available within walking distance. Street parking may be available as well, subject to posted regulations.

✨ EVENT REMINDERS
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Forbes Theater | 500 Pearl Street

We encourage guests to allow a little extra time for parking and arrival so you can enjoy everything this special event has to offer!

🌎 Beautifully curated tablescapes, local vendors, basket raffles, silent auctions, and an afternoon celebrating creativity and design—all benefiting Upward Design for Life!

🎟️ Tickets available through the link in our bio and at the door. We will be taking card and cash!

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11/04/2026

✨ TABLESCAPING FAQs! ✨

We’re just DAYS away from the Interior Design Association of WNY’s First Annual Tablescaping Event! 🌎🥂

As we prepare for an unforgettable afternoon of creativity, design, and inspiration, we’re answering some of your most frequently asked questions!

🎟️ Will tickets be available at the door?
YES! Tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Both cash and credit cards will be accepted!

🛍️ Can I purchase items from the designers’ tablescapes?
Absolutely! While not all pieces will be available for purchase, we encourage you to inquire directly with each designer. All purchases will be handled individually by the designers, and all sales are final.

🌟 Don’t forget! Be sure to cast your vote for your favorite tablescape before leaving!

📍 Forbes Theater | 500 Pearl Street, Buffalo, NY
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 3 PM

Join us as we celebrate design from around the world, all while supporting Upward Design for Life! 💛

We can’t wait to see you there!

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11/04/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Handmade by Annie Adams as a vendor at the 2026 IDA of WNY Tablescaping Event! handmade_by_annieadams

Annie’s passion for pottery began during her junior year of high school and continued through her studies at Alfred University and the Maine College of Art. Over the years, she has nurtured her craft at Buffalo Clay Art and, more recently, Terra Clay Studio.

For Annie, pottery is more than a creative outlet—it’s a lifelong passion that brings her joy and fulfillment. One of her greatest pleasures is gathering with friends and family around a table set with pieces she has lovingly created, knowing that others are making their own memories with her handmade pottery.

We love the connection between Annie’s beautiful craftsmanship and the art of gathering around a thoughtfully set table!

✨ Join us on Saturday, November 7th, and be sure to stop by Handmade by Annie Adams to explore her unique pottery creations!

📍 Forbes Theater | 500 Pearl Street, Buffalo, NY
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 3 PM

🎟️ Tickets available through the link in our bio! Proceeds benefit Upward Design for Life.

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11/03/2026

Stephanie Robb Trunk Show, Saturday Nov.7th from 2 to 5pm. Stephanie is a well known jewelry designer from Buffalo, NY, using semi precious gems, and all one of a kind designs...a beautiful gift for a friend or a loved one or for...oneself!

11/03/2026

✨🌍 AN EVENT YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS! 🌍✨

Join the Interior Design Association of Western New York for our First Annual 2026 TABLESCAPING EVENT!

This year’s theme, International Destinations, will take you around the world through stunning tablescapes created by Western New York’s talented design professionals! Enjoy an afternoon of creativity, inspiration, shopping, raffles, and a silent auction, all while supporting Upward Design for Life! 💛

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 3 PM
📍 Forbes Theater at 500 Pearl | Buffalo, NY
🎟️ Tickets: $35 | Group packages available!

✨ A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!

🌟 Presenting Media Sponsor:
Buffalo Spree

🌟 High-Level Sponsors:
MSI Rochester
Tiles International / UCX Flooring

✨ Event Sponsors:
MP Caroll • Colvin Draperies • Modern Kitchens of Buffalo • Homestone Tile Gallery • Sierra Unlimited Construction • LA Krema • Buffalo Plumbing Showroom • The 11 Day Power Play

Your generosity and support are helping bring this incredible event to life, and we couldn’t be more grateful!

🥂 Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of design for a wonderful cause!

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY — LINK IN BIO!

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