The Power of Design

K+K HOTEL OPERA 1065 Budapest, Magyarország (Hungary), Hungary, 1065
Saturday 22nd November 2025
Two Days of Inspiration, Learning & Festive Creativity 
22–23 November 2025

Day 1 – Saturday, 22 November 2025

The Power of Space: How Design Shapes the Way We Live 
10:00 – 16:00
Speakers:Kornelia Bozsir – Interior Designer, Founder of the Interior Design Academy
Gabi Hajdu – Interior Designer, IDA Tutor
Krisztina Kann – Interior Designer, 
IDA TutorZsuzsi Dietz Laky – IDA Student

The first day focuses on how well-designed spaces influence our everyday quality of life, comfort, and productivity.Participants will learn how to make a space not only visually appealing but also perfectly functional — through thoughtful use of ergonomics, spatial layout, lighting, and colour psychology and feng shui.
The talks will explore: how to create balanced, comfortable, and liveable spaces, how to use colour, texture, and light to influence mood and atmosphere,  how to find harmony between functionality and aesthetics what is feng shui and how to use Feng shui rules is in our home. 
Speakers will present real-life projects showing how thoughtful design transforms a living space into a home — one that reflects both the resident’s personality and lifestyle.
Participants will leave with inspiration and practical design strategies they can immediately apply to their own projects.

Creative Workshop: Christmas Styling –  16:00 – 18:00

During the afternoon workshop, participants will begin creating their own festive decoration to take home.
The session will help them: understand the right balance of colour, proportion, and texture, learn the basics of composition and visual rhythm, and discover how to adapt festive styling to fit different interior styles. The workshop will be co-hosted by a professional florist, who will share hands-on guidance and creative techniques for building elegant, well-balanced pieces. Everyone will take home a professionally composed, stylish Christmas decoration — a beautiful, handcrafted piece perfect for any home or hospitality setting during the holiday season. 

Optional Dinner – relaxed networking and conversation with speakers and fellow participants (details to follow).

Day 2 – Sunday, 23 November 2025
The Magic of Staging: Transforming Homes, Rentals & Hospitality Spaces 
10:00 – 17.00
Speakers: Jennie Norris – President of IAHSP
Blair Hamati – Master Home Stager
Sandra Holmes – Executive Vice President,
 IAHSPJohn Norris – Legacy Properties International, Exp Realty

The second day centers on the art of home staging and designing spaces for short-term rentals, investments, and hospitality.
Participants will learn how to prepare and style homes, Airbnb apartments, or boutique hotels to make them irresistible to guests, buyers, and tenants — and to stand out in a competitive market.
The sessions will cover: the psychology of effective staging, what makes Airbnb and rental properties visually and emotionally appealing, how to design cost-effectively without sacrificing style, how to increase property value and occupancy through smart layout and design choices,and insights into international trends and case studies from both U.S. and European markets. This day will be valuable for real estate agents, interior designers, investors, and property owners alike — offering proven ways to make spaces more attractive, profitable, and memorable. International speakers will share real success stories, before-and-after transformations, and practical tools for maximizing both presentation and profitability.

Why Attend? – 
Key Benefits For professionals (interior designers, home stagers, real estate agents): gain insights from international experts, discover new ideas, and build valuable connections with tutors from the UK-based Interior Design Academy and U.S.-based IAHSP leaders. 
For beginners and enthusiasts: get inspired, learn practical design and styling tips for your own home, and explore new career paths in design or staging. For property owners and investors: learn how to increase the appeal, value, and profitability of your properties. 
For everyone:Learn how to design a home that’s not only beautiful but functional. Take home a stunning, hand-made Christmas decoration (a substantial, quality piece — not just a small craft). Receive a 30% discount on Interior Design Academy and IAHSP courses. Network, exchange ideas, and enjoy a creative, festive atmosphere. 

Price & Inclusions€240 (approx. 93,000 HUF) for the full two-day event.
 All sessions, workshops, and materials included. Coffee, tea, soft drinks, and water at the break time included.
 Accommodation and main meals not included (optional dinner available separately).

Venue:
 K+K HOTEL OPERA 
 1065 Budapest, Révay utca 24.
 Magyarország (Hungary)


:Accommodation is available during the event at the following rates:Single room: €90 / night (approx. 35,000 HUF)Double room: €105 / night (approx. 41,000 HUF)The hotel has 40 parking spaces available at €22 / night (approx. 8,600 HUF) Two inspiring days in Budapest — where design meets staging, learning meets creativity, and every participant leaves with new knowledge and something beautiful to take home.