City Centers

IIDA NE City Centers comprise of IIDA members from particular cities and geographic regions. These IIDA members come together to provide programs, networking, advocacy, community involvement, public relations, and communications of specific interest to the Chapter and community members within each City Center. Each City Center also has its own point of contact.

Hartford City Center

 About Hartford City Center

The Hartford City Center (HCC) is an active group looking to bring Connecticut's Interior Designers together through professional, educational and community activities.  Our mission is to provide the design community with programs to support their growth as a professional; starting with a presence in our local universities with an IIDA student chapter and mentorship programs, to recent graduates and seasoned professionals looking to maintain an edge in a changing market.

Hartford City Center Chair - Scott Montemerlo

Programs at Hartford City Center

 

  • How many of us went through high school or college feeling no one understood us or our chosen profession? Did you feel lost or overwhelmed? IIDA can offer the support and guidance you need. As a professional, you can become a student mentor or sponsor a student membership. A student, you can become a member and gain access to a wealth of knowledge and support; perhaps even meet your future career connection. Contact the City Center to learn how you can be more involved in the life a future design professional.

  • The Hartford City center is always looking for new and fresh ideas and welcomes anyone that would like to be more involved with our program content. Chair an event, run a subcommittee or help with day-to-day tasks that help keep the city center running. Contact the City Center to find out how we can put your skills to use.

 

Providence City Center

  • Professional Development

    Providence City Center provides development programs that are tailored to the needs of our local members but aligned closely with IIDA national goals: keeping professional designers abreast of current issues and promoting awareness while allowing them to make informed and creative decisions for well-being & safety. Offering CEU credits through diverse course offerings and forums, PCC frequently taps into local expertise in a range of environments facing our design profession. We have also hosted NCIDQ Study sessions, Designer Leaders Network, Advancing the Profession/Advocacy discussion & Business and Brews Networking Events to help the members develop their skills, relationships and build the industry in RI.

  • Student Outreach

    At Providence City Center, we are also happy to reward our student scholarship at the annual Croquet Tournament to one lucky student. In addition to these great programs, we strive to provide access to a wealth of knowledge & support to our local students.

  • Come Volunteer With Us!

    IIDA NE Providence City Center’s goal is to inspire our community members to give back to local organizations through coordination of volunteer activities, donation drives, and monetary gifts provided by successful events. We have been able to donate to students, teachers, food banks, and families. We strive to add a philanthropic aspect to our events and create days of caring, such as Habitat for Humanity & Holiday Gingerbread Express.

  • Providence City Center Events

    Croquet Tournament - This dynamic event highlights the competitive, yet friendly spirit of our local Design community and its myriad of partners. We sell out of this event every year!

    Check out our upcoming events on the IIDA Calendar here! We look forward to seeing you there!

 About Providence City Center

Providence is a vibrant City Center in a close-knit community. Our focus on community, education, and professional development is exhibited and celebrated throughout our local events and offerings. This group also knows how to have fun, as anyone attending the annual Croquet Tournament at the International Tennis Hall of Fame can attest to!

Providence City Center Chair - Debbie Petrarca

Here’s a list of our 2023 Events! Check the Chapter’s Event Calendar for details as the event dates near.

  • Rhode to NEOCON: Thursday, May 4

  • 20th Annual Croquet Tournament: Thursday, August 10

  • Flannel Fest: Thursday, October 19

  • Holiday Gala: Thursday, December 7

Committee Members

  • Debbie Petrarca

  • Rachel Arnold

  • Cynthia Bartley

  • Monica Hanley

  • Stephanie McGoldrick

  • Helen Medina Mirabal

  • Kim Patriarca

  • Susan Sullivan