ASID Tennessee 2025 State Conference Design Awards Gala

Dear ASID Tennessee Members, Industry Partners, and Design Community,

It is with great pride and excitement that we invite you to attend the 2025 ASID Tennessee Chapter State Conference, taking place on Thursday, September 18 and Friday, September 19, 2025. This year’s conference is a particularly meaningful occasion as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the American Society of Interior Designers. Our theme, “A Legacy in Motion,” reflects the ongoing impact of our profession across generations and the vibrant future that lies ahead. A time to celebrate the past, honor the present, and inspire the future-where generations of excellence continue to shape our world.

We are honored to host this two-day event in two inspiring locations: Riverside Revival in Nashville and the MTSU Concrete and Construction Management Facility in Murfreesboro, located on the campus of MTSU.

Join Us

This event represents the heart of who we are as a chapter—honoring our past, celebrating our present, and shaping the future of interior design in Tennessee. We encourage all members, partners, and design advocates to attend and be part of this incredible milestone.

Registration, awards submissions, and sponsorship opportunities are now open. As space is limited, we encourage you to mark your calendars and reserve your place today.

We look forward to celebrating with you and carrying forward “A Legacy in Motion.”

Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025

Event Theme: “The Golden Gala - A Legacy in Motion”

Venue: Riverside Revival, 1600 Riverside Drive

4:30 pm Registration Opens

5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Cocktail Hour & Annual Sponsor Vendor Show

6:00 pm to 6:15 pm Opening Remarks

6:00 pm Dinner

6:15 pm to 8:15 pm Excellence in Design Awards Presentation

8:15 pm - 9:00 pm Celebration & Pictures, Wrap Up

Date: Friday, September 19, 2025

Event Theme: “The Golden Gala - A Legacy in Motion”

Venue: MTSU/School of Concrete and Construction Mgmt. Building

1727 Blue Raider Drive, Murfreesboro, TN 37132

9:00 am to 9:30 am Registration/Vendor Setup

9:30 am to 10:30 am Panel on Generational Bias (Harvard Study)

10:30 am to 12:30 pm Portfolio Review

10:30 am to 12:30 pm Vendor Show Open

11:00 am to 12:15 pm Lunch Served

12:30 pm to 1:30 pm HSW CEU - TBA

1:30 pm to 2:00 pm Wrap Up Conference & Chapter Awards

Thursday, September 18 — Excellence in Design Awards Gala

We will begin our celebration at Riverside Revival, where the evening will open with a golden hour cocktail reception and our annual sponsor showcase. This elegant atmosphere will set the tone for the evening as we transition into our Excellence in Design Awards ceremony, followed by a thoughtfully curated full-course, seated dinner.

This special evening is a time to gather, connect, and celebrate the outstanding work and lasting impact of our ASID Tennessee members. It is a night of recognition, community, and inspiration that you will not want to miss.

Cocktail attire is requested.

Friday, September 19 — State Conference Sessions

On Friday morning, we reconvene at MTSU for a full day of professional development and engagement. Business casual dress. The day begins with coffee, light bites, and a panel discussion on Generational Bias, exploring how our diverse perspectives influence the spaces we design and inhabit.

Following this, attendees will have the opportunity to visit our Vendor Fair, showcasing our valued affiliate and industry partners. Simultaneously, we will host an interactive Student Portfolio Review in the auditorium—a unique opportunity for our student members to receive insight and feedback from experienced professionals.

After lunch, we will offer an HSW CEU Presentation focused on generational themes in design (session details to be announced). We will then close the conference with our Chapter Awards Ceremony, a final moment to recognize the power of collaboration across generations and celebrate the strength of our community.

An informational email will be sent out before the event date, containing important details and updates regarding parking and other relevant information.

For your convenience we have secured a "Host Hotel" for Thursday night.

Waymore's Guest House & Casual Club

811 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206

615.650.9074

Please click the link below to secure your reservation.

ASID Tennessee State Conference 2025 Hotel Booking Link

Host or Publisher ASID Tennessee Chapter