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Join ASID CT for an Evening of Networking & Design Education

In partnership with Safavieh, Century Furniture, and LUXE Magazine, we invite you to an engaging evening of connection, inspiration, and learning.

Designing with Leather: Understanding Selection, Quality & Application

Presenter: Guy Holbrook - Executive Vice President of Sales for Century Furniture

Leather remains one of the most durable, versatile, and timeless materials used in upholstery. This CEU explores the growing role of leather in residential furniture and provides a deeper understanding of how leather is sourced, selected, finished, and applied.

Topics include:

• Factors that influence leather quality and pricing
• Differences between full top grain, split, bicast, bonded, aniline, aniline plus, and pigmented leathers
• How natural markings, cutting standards, special effects, and exotic hides impact appearance and performance
• Best practices for specifying leather with confidence and clarity

Enjoy light bites and beverages while networking with fellow design professionals and industry partners!