Swaths of marble streaked with expressive veining, buttery leather swatches in rich russet hues, weathered white oak wood flooring, and slick, glossy tiles with subtly undulating surfaces—materials such as these serve as the building blocks of the spaces we inhabit. They are the elements that professionals in the trade dedicate countless hours to sourcing, sampling, and selecting. Yet, behind the polish of every finished project lies a story of untold effort: hours spent hopping between brands, days awaiting samples, and the relentless drive to stay on schedule and within budget.
For residential trade professionals navigating these challenges, DesignShop PRO offers a transformative solution. The membership program streamlines the material discovery and sampling process, turning what was once a struggle into a seamless endeavor. Now, residential trade professionals can access a curated selection of premium materials, order unlimited samples, and have them delivered overnight (if ordered Monday through Friday). DesignShop PRO is designed for professionals focused on residential renovations, including interior designers, home builders, architects, contractors, and others—especially those managing high-volume projects—who require efficient, cost-effective solutions. This program centralizes the process, offering an efficient solution that saves time and simplifies material sourcing.
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DesignShop PRO extends the mission of the DesignShop platform, which provides consumers a way to sample and discover brands across 15 home improvement categories. DesignShop PRO takes this a step further by tailoring its services to the unique needs of residential trade professionals, while leveraging the same technology and logistics that power its parent platform.
“We created DesignShop PRO to address a clear gap in the market for residential trade professionals,” says Mark Oliver, EVP Merchandising and Operations at Materia. “By providing unlimited free samples, overnight shipping, and a curated selection of premium materials, we’re giving them the tools to complete their projects faster and more efficiently.” DesignShop PRO brings together top trade-preferred brands across key renovation categories on a single platform.
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Beyond product access, DesignShop PRO members are paired with dedicated trade specialists who offer personalized support throughout the process. This specialist serves as a single point of contact for product research, order assistance, and sourcing, streamlining workflows and providing expert guidance. The process typically begins with an introduction to understand the professional’s specific needs and preferences. From there, the specialist helps with placing orders and addressing their unique needs to ensure a smooth experience tailored to the professional’s workflow. In addition, DesignShop PRO members benefit from exclusive trade discounts, starting at 10% off, with no separate trade applications required to access these savings.
To qualify for DesignShop PRO, residential trade professionals are asked to provide a valid business or trade license, website, and tax ID. Eligible members include interior designers, decorators, home stagers, set designers, real estate agents, architects, general contractors, and more. DesignShop PRO also enhances collaboration with tools like the Visualizer, bridging the gap between professionals and clients to ensure better decision-making and stronger relationships.
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DesignShop PRO is revolutionizing the way residential trade professionals approach material sourcing and project management. By centralizing the process, offering unlimited free samples, overnight shipping, and exclusive trade discounts, it empowers professionals to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently. To learn more or to become a member, visit www.designshop.com/trade-program.