Conference Invites Proposals

NORTH READING, MA

Regular sessions are 1-1/2 hour in duration and typically feature two speakers. Most presentations will be grouped according to the themes listed below. Approximately 75 people attend each conference session. Note that the following topics are meant to suggest possibilities, not exclude new ideas.

•Interior/Residential Design (lighting, furnishing, period design)

Proposals are also welcome for the more intensive three-hour workshops, which typically have a maximum of 100 attendees. The workshops can go into a subject in more depth, involve demonstrations, and range from three hours to full-day sessions. Speakers are recommended to call to discuss a workshop topics before sending a proposal in writing. Workshop proposals should include information about the kinds of materials required and special set up needed--for example audio/visual equipment.

If you have an interest conducting a presentation relating to restoration, renovation an rehabilitation, as well as historically inspired new construction, please submit a brief abstract or summary of the subject you would like to speak about, a brief resume or biography of the speaker(s), and contact information. Make sure to also include a note as to which city you would like to speak at--Charleston, Boston or both. Proposal deadlines for the Charleston conference are April 1, 1999 and Boston, June 1, 1999. For more information on the Restoration & Renovation conferences, call 978-664-6455 or log on www.egiexhib.com.