EVENT DESCRIPTION

February Chapter Meeting - "Reclaimed & Reimagined: A Conversation about Sustainable Sourcing"

Date & Time: Tuesday, February 10th | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: PDX Estate Marketplace | 11125 SW Greenburg Rd, Tigard, OR 97223

Join IDS Portland for an engaging evening focused on ethical recycling and sustainable design practices. Our panel will explore creative ways to incorporate salvaged, vintage, and repurposed materials into your projects—while supporting local businesses who are actively working towards reducing waste in the design/construction industry.

What We’ll Discuss:

• How reclaimed and salvaged materials can elevate design projects.
• Practical strategies for sourcing unique, sustainable pieces locally.
• The environmental and community impact of ethical recycling.
• Tips for integrating vintage and repurposed items into modern interiors.
• Designer perspectives on balancing aesthetics with sustainability.
• Resources and partnerships that support a circular economy in design.

Meet the Panelists:

Mike Zahre & Lynne Brady — PDX Estate Services
PDX Estate Services specializes in estate liquidation and consignment, offering a curated selection of furniture, décor, and unique finds. Their mission is to keep quality goods in circulation, reducing waste while helping designers source distinctive pieces for their projects.

Alison Lelko — Business & Community Development Coordinator, Lovett Deconstruction 
Lovett Deconstruction is Portland’s leader in sustainable building practices, specializing in deconstruction and material salvage. By dismantling structures instead of demolishing them, they preserve valuable materials for reuse—keeping tons of waste out of landfills and supporting a circular economy in design and construction.

Arlene Lord — Lord Interior Design
Arlene Lord is a Portland-based interior designer known for her creative use of vintage, reclaimed, and one-of-a-kind pieces. With a passion for sustainability and storytelling through design, Arlene brings a fresh perspective on how ethical sourcing can elevate interiors.

Not a member? No problem! Join us as a free guest for up to 2 meetings. After that, it's just $40 per meeting. Or if you would like to become a member CLICK HERE.

Questions? Email our Membership Team: membershipIDSportland@gmail.com for more information. We'd love to have you be a part of our community!