August 2026

Dear ASID San Diego Chapter Members,


The end of my term is coming into view, and I must admit it feels bittersweet. As I reflect on the goals we set for this year, I am especially proud that this month we are taking an important step toward one of my biggest priorities: helping the public understand the value of working with a professional interior designer.


Our ASID San Diego Chapter is here not only to support our members, but also to serve as a trusted resource for the community. We can help connect homeowners with qualified designers in their area who have the expertise to address their unique design challenges and bring their vision to life.


This month, registration opens for our Fall Spruce Up event. Spruce Up is an important fundraiser for our chapter and a wonderful opportunity for designers to give back by sharing a small amount of their time. It also gives members of the public an affordable introduction to the tremendous value a professional interior designer can provide.

For the first time, our chapter has dedicated marketing funds specifically to promoting our members and our organization. This month, ASID San Diego and the Fall Spruce Up program will be featured in San Diego Magazine, along with several beautiful projects showcased during our most recent Home Tour. We are also working with The Coast News to strengthen our visibility and presence throughout North County.


If you have not yet signed up to participate in Fall Spruce Up, this is the year to get involved. Give back to your chapter, meet prospective clients, and help us demonstrate the value of our profession to homeowners throughout San Diego County. We hope to have more clients and designers than ever before. Join us! Try it out.


Together, we can strengthen our design community while helping more people discover what is possible when they work with a professional interior designer.

Warm regards,


Kirsten Recce

President 2025-2026, ASID San Diego Chapter


AUGUST CHAPTER MEETING

📅 Wednesday, August 19, 2026

🕕 5:30 – 8:00 PM

📍 MSI Surfaces Showroom

7130 Miramar Road, San Diego, CA 92121


Join us at MSI Surfaces for our August meeting featuring a dynamic panel discussion on hospitality design. Industry experts will share insights on current trends, client expectations, and the unique challenges of designing for hospitality spaces. Connect with peers, gain fresh perspectives, and explore one of San Diego’s premier surface showrooms.

DESIGN COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE

Great opportunity to experience an excellent example of trauma-informed Design.

September 9th at 10:30am - 12:30pm 

Location: 1050 Los Vallecitos Blvd #351 San Marcos, CA 92069 




One Safe Place, an initiative of the San Diego County District Attorney, serves as a centralized hub offering comprehensive, wrap-around support for victims of crime. With locations in San Marcos and National City, the North and South County Family Justice Centers provide free services in a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment. Designed to support individuals affected by family violence, elder abuse, child abuse, hate crimes, human trafficking, and more, One Safe Place empowers survivors with the resources they need to heal and move forward.


Tour and Q&A by: 

  • Tracy Prior, Chief Deputy District Attorney, and COO of One Safe Place
  • Luc Allard, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Principal at FORE Studio 
  • Michael Schlosser, Director of Prefabricated Interior Construction, CMS Interiors, Inc. 

ANNUAL VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION & BOARD INSTALLATION EVENT

Join ASID San Diego for our Annual Celebration of Volunteerism🎉—an evening that brings together designers, industry partners, and students to celebrate the power of interior design to enhance everyday life. 


Your registration supports professional education, advocacy, and community programs that elevate our local design community. Enjoy conversation, recognition of member achievements, and meaningful connections that carry beyond the event. 🌟


🔥 ASID Student Bonfire Night! Let's do summer right! 🔥


Join fellow interior design students for an evening of networking, community, and s'mores as we get ready to kick off the new school year ahead! 


Your Ticket Includes:

🔥 Bonfire

🍫 S'mores

🌅 Sunset at Mission Bay

🤝 Networking with students from local design programs

💡 A chance to share ideas for ASID student events, volunteer opportunities, and leadership roles


EVENT DETAILS:

WHEN: Friday, August 21 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

WHERE: Mission Bay Aquatic Center - 1001 Santa Clara Pl, San Diego, CA 921090


Please Bring:

🪑 A beach chair or blanket

💬 Your ideas for the upcoming school year

👫 A fellow design student or friend (optional!)


We can't wait to hear your ideas, connect with students across San Diego, and make this the best ASID student year yet!! 


See you at sunset soon!! 


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