The Designer Collective gives independent designers access to A Nested Home's established vendor relationships, preferred designer pricing and studio resources while allowing you to remain completely in control of your client, your project and your design.
Open to established interior design businesses with a valid resale license and a minimum of three years in business.
More resources. Less overhead.
More resources. Less overhead.
We know what it takes to run an interior design business.
Finding the right piece is only the beginning. Then come dealer accounts, minimums, pricing requests, stock checks, freight quotes, receiving logistics and order management.
The Designer Collective was created to make that part easier.
Through A Nested Home's established vendor relationships, Collective members gain access to designer pricing across furniture, rugs, lighting, wallpaper and artwork, along with studio and sample resources for local designers.
There is no membership fee and no annual purchasing minimum.
You bring the client and the design vision. We'll give you another way to source it.
Collective benefits
Preferred designer pricing
Access preferred pricing through our established dealer accounts.
Discounts apply to qualifying regularly priced merchandise. Vendor exclusions may apply.
A curated vendor library
Source furniture, lighting, rugs, artwork, wallpaper and more through vendor relationships developed over decades of residential design work.
Approved Collective members receive access to our private Collective Line Sheet, featuring current vendor resources, sourcing information and available sample resources.
Pricing and availability support
Found the right piece?
Submit the product information through our Collective Pricing Request and we'll provide designer pricing along with current availability, estimated lead times and applicable freight information.
Studio and sample access
Local Collective members may reserve the A Nested Home Design Studio in Sun Prairie for client meetings, presentations and sourcing appointments.
Available studio samples may be used during appointments, and eligible rug samples may be checked out when available.
Freight and receiving coordination
We'll help coordinate applicable freight and receiving and communicate those costs as part of the purchasing process.
Long-distance freight and receiving charges are billed after arrival and before merchandise is released from the receiving warehouse.
How it works
01 Apply
Complete our short Designer Collective application.
Applicants must have been in business for a minimum of three years and hold a valid resale license.
02 Get approved
We'll review your application and confirm your Designer Collective membership.
Once approved, you'll receive access to our private Collective Line Sheet, along with links for requesting pricing, accessing samples and reserving studio time.
03 Source and request pricing
Browse the Collective Line Sheet and participating vendor resources.
When you find something you'd like to specify, submit a Collective Pricing Request with the product information and project details. We'll confirm designer pricing, current availability and estimated lead time.
04 Approve and order
Once you've approved your quote, payment is made directly to A Nested Home and we'll place your order with the manufacturer.
Custom and special-order merchandise requires payment in full before the order is placed and cannot be cancelled once ordered. Orders over $5,000 are paid via ACH.
Applicable freight and receiving charges are billed according to the terms provided with your quote.
You remain the designer. Your client remains your client.
Studio access
Your studio, when you need one.
A professional client meeting shouldn't require maintaining your own showroom.
Approved local Designer Collective members may request use of the A Nested Home Design Studio in Sun Prairie for client meetings, presentations and sourcing appointments. Studio reservations are subject to availability and will be confirmed within one business day.
Available studio samples may be used during appointments. When available, rug samples may be checked out for up to seven days and are the responsibility of the borrowing designer.
Requests are intended for approved members.
Collective member resources
Already a Collective member?
Quick access to the resources you need.
Request pricing
Submit product information for designer pricing, availability and lead times.
Reserve the studio
Request studio time for a client meeting, presentation or sourcing appointment.
Sample requests and existing orders
Need a sample or have a question about an existing quote, order, freight, receiving or delivery?
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Who can join the Designer Collective?
The Collective is open to established interior design businesses that have been in business for at least three years and hold a valid resale license. All applications are subject to approval.
Is there a membership fee?
No. There is no fee to join the Designer Collective.
Is there an annual purchasing minimum?
No. Collective membership does not require an annual purchasing minimum.
How do I see which vendors are available through the Collective?
Approved members receive access to our private Collective Line Sheet after acceptance. The line sheet includes our current vendor resources and sourcing information and is not publicly available.
How do I request pricing?
Approved members submit requests through our Collective Pricing Request form. Include the manufacturer, product information, quantity and applicable finish, fabric or size selections. We'll confirm Collective pricing, current availability and estimated lead time.
Can I bring clients to the A Nested Home studio?
Yes. Approved local Collective members may request studio appointments for client meetings, presentations and sourcing. Studio use is subject to availability and reservations are required.
Can I borrow samples?
Available samples may be used in the studio. When an eligible rug sample is available for checkout, Collective members may borrow it for up to seven days. Designers are responsible for samples while in their possession.
How are freight and receiving handled?
Freight and receiving vary by manufacturer, product and destination. Estimated costs will be communicated during the quoting process when available.
Long-distance freight and receiving charges are billed after merchandise arrives and must be paid before merchandise is released from the receiving warehouse.
When is payment due?
Custom and special-order merchandise requires payment in full before an order is placed.
Orders over $5,000 are processed via ACH.
Can custom orders be cancelled?
No. Custom and special-order merchandise is final once the order has been placed with the manufacturer.
Can you ship outside the Madison area?
Yes. Most Collective orders are actually shipped outside the Madison area. Freight, receiving and white-glove delivery requirements
vary by destination and will be addressed during the quoting process.
What if an item arrives damaged?
Contact the Collective promptly. Damage claims are handled according to applicable manufacturer and carrier policies, and we'll work with you to coordinate the claim process.
Join the Collective
Ready to join the Collective?
Better sourcing shouldn't require more overhead.
Join a purchasing resource created by designers, for designers, with preferred pricing, established vendor relationships and resources designed to make sourcing easier.
Applications are reviewed by A Nested Home. Applicants must have a valid resale license and a minimum of three years in business.