About Us

International Furnishings and Design Association is a worldwide professional alliance of leaders representing the diverse industries that constitute the universe of residential and commercial furnishings and design.

The IFDA mission is to provide a professional forum for communication and interaction among members, to promote career advancement and educational opportunities, and to increase public awareness of the industry through highly specialized programming and service to the community.

The Minnesota Chapter is the third largest chapter with members from the Twin Cities and out state Minnesota, Wisconsin and the Dakotas.  Member's  businesses include commercial, residential, kitchen and bath design; color and trend information; floor coverings; reupholstery/custom furniture; window and wall coverings; art and faux finishing; fabric protection; florist and floral supply; furniture restoration; and mirrors.  Others are engaged in education, marketing services and publications.

Our office is conveniently located in the International Market Square building in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 

Scholarships are available to students in design and furnishings majors.

"Get Acquainted" meeting 

   Design industry professionals and students are invited to attend the monthly (2nd Thursday) informational meeting to find out the benefits and opportunities of IFDA membership and/or trade partnership.

Date:  July 9, 2009                                                    Location:  IFDA MN chapter office - lower level of International Market Square, Suite C-7               Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.                                     RSVP: 612.332.5128 or imsoffice@ifda-mn.com

   July Social

Summer Potluck Picnic and    Concert

The potluck picnic scheduled for June 23 was postponed due to the extreme heat, saunalike conditions, and the threat of early evening thunderstorms.  The potluck picnic has been re-scheduled!

Enjoy an evening of networking, potluck picnic  dinner and music.    

Bring an entrée, salad or dessert to share,             plus your own beverage.

No glass allowed – Alcohol restricted to            boxed wine and 3.2 beer

Weather permitting ~ Lets hope for a nice night!

Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Location: Lake Harriet picnic site - north of the Bandshell & parking lot - between Lake Harriet Parkway East and Lake Harriet Parkway West ~ look for balloons to locate the IFDA group

5:30 p.m.:     Networking and socializing         6:15 p.m.      Potluck picnic                              7:30 p.m.:     The United States Coast Guard Band ~ 2009 National Tour Begins Here! ~ Lake Harriet Bandshell – bench seating available – option: bring a lawn chair or blanket