The Potential of Virtual Reality (VR) in Design

DECEMBER2024

Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies are transforming the interior design process. For designers, the ability to virtually step into proposed layouts aids in spotting issues early, experimenting with arrangements, and adjusting finishes before committing to costly changes.

In turn, your clients gain a clearer understanding of the final outcome, boosting their confidence in your vision and creating a more collaborative, satisfying experience.

Embracing VR and AR makes it easier to communicate ideas, foster trust, and encourage client feedback. They’ll feel more involved in shaping their environment, while you streamline your workflow and reduce last-minute surprises.

In a landscape where clients crave transparency, personalization, and innovation, these immersive tools help you stay ahead of the curve—and keep everyone on the same page.

For a more complete overview of the subject, we recommend:

The Future of Interior Design: Unlocking the Potential of VR and AR

Holiday Hours

In celebration of the holidays, all IDS showrooms will be closed:

Christmas: December 24th & 25th

New Year's: December 31st & January 1st

ONGOING EDUCATION

Vanguard Training

NAPLES

Reanna Rieman, Vanguard, Hudson Valley, and Wendover Art SW Florida Sale Representative, will be having a regularly scheduled time slot each week to be in-store for Vanguard Furniture and Outdoor questions/training for designers.

Please note new day and hours

She will be available on Wednesdays* in the Contemporary & Vanguard Studio–Naples showroom between the hours of 11am-1pm.

January 1 - No hours

January 8 - Contemporary/Vanguard Studio

January 15 - Contemporary/Vanguard Studio

January 22 - Contemporary/Vanguard Studio

January 29 - Contemporary/Vanguard Studio

*Designers do not need to book an appointment

SARASOTA

Mary del Cueto, Vanguard SW Florida Sales Representative, will be having a regularly scheduled time slot each week to be in-store for Vanguard Furniture and Outdoor questions/training for designers.

She will be available each Tuesday* from 10:30am-12:30pm in the Fabric & Vanguard Studio–Sarasota showroom.

January 7 - Vanguard Studio

January 14 - Vanguard Studio

January 21 - Vanguard Studio

January 28 - Vanguard Studio

*Designers do not need to book an appointment

ONGOING EDUCATION

Hickory Chair Training

Luis Carrillo III, Hickory Chair Sales Representative, will be available monthly in the Rock House Brands showrooms fielding designer’s questions on products, options, customization, and more.

NAPLES

First Tuesday* of each month

January 7

10am - 2pm

Rock House Brands Showroom

6062 Taylor Road

SARASOTA

First Thursday* of each month

January 9

10am - 2pm

Rock House Brands Showroom

1779 Independence Blvd

*Designers do not need to book an appointment

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