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2023 IIDA Emeritus Members

Introducing our inaugural IIDA Emeritus members

IIDA Emeritus members are interior designers who have dedicated their careers to not only making their mark on the industry, but also to creating a better future for the next generation. They have worked tirelessly to advocate for the recognition of the profession, introduced innovative approaches to design, launched and supported IIDA chapters or city centers, and devoted themselves to mentoring younger designers to promote a more equitable and diverse future of design—all while both practicing design and being active members of IIDA.

This year, we have chosen to honor these members through our inaugural induction to Emeritus status. IIDA Emeritus status is for our retired members who have contributed their life and career to the interior design and/or architectural industry. This honor not only allows for us to recognize and celebrate the people that have dedicated so much of themselves to IIDA and its mission and vision, but to also show our reverence for their commitment to the association and the industry. These are members who have devoted their lives to the work, and we recognize even while in retirement, the impact of their membership shines on.

Please join us in recognizing and congratulating our 2023 IIDA Emeritus members:

A woman with short, styled hair and earrings smiles warmly, wearing a black sleeveless top against a bright white background.
Marilyn G. Archer, Emeritus FIIDA
Texas Oklahoma Chapter
A woman with long, curly hair smiles warmly while seated at a table, wearing a black long-sleeve top, with hands resting in front.
Joan Blumenfeld, Emeritus FIIDA
New York Chapter
A smiling woman with glasses wears a polka dot dress while holding a framed award, standing in a bright indoor space.
Ellen Bonham Goode, Emeritus IIDA
Carolinas Chapter
A smiling older woman with short silver hair wears a dark shirt and a distinctive silver necklace, posing by an ornate staircase.
Allison Carll White, Emeritus FIIDA
Ohio Kentucky Chapter
A smiling woman with wavy hair stands confidently, wearing a dark cardigan and ring accessories, in a well-lit office setting.
Jane Dedering, Emeritus IIDA
Wisconsin Chapter
A woman in a black top smiles gently, resting her arms on a table, with a softly blurred background featuring circular patterns.
Terry de la Cuesta, Emeritus IIDA
Northern California Chapter
A woman with glasses and short gray hair looks upward with a gentle smile, wearing a black top and unique earrings, against a blurred background.
Cheryl Duvall, Emeritus FIIDA
Mid Atlantic Chapter
A smiling woman with dark hair showcases her warm personality. She has a joyful expression and wears a patterned scarf.
Dorothy L. Fowles, Emeritus FIIDA
Great Plains Chapter
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James Griffo, Emeritus IIDA
Alabama Chapter
A smiling woman with shoulder-length hair wears a light top and holds a colorful scarf, against a blurred landscape background.
Nancy E. Hackett, Emeritus IIDA
New England Chapter
A woman with shoulder-length hair and glasses smiles warmly, wearing a black top against a plain white background.
Beth Harmon-Vaughan, Emeritus FIIDA
Mid America Chapter
A man with short, white hair wearing a black turtleneck stands against a dark textured background, looking directly at the viewer.
Cary D. Johnson, Emeritus FIIDA
Illinois Chapter
A smiling woman with shoulder-length, straight blonde hair, wearing a black top and subtle earrings, against a light background.
Carol Jones, Emeritus FIIDA
International Chapter
A woman with silver hair and bright eyes wears a gray cardigan and a simple necklace, smiling softly against a bright backdrop.
Mary V. Knackstedt, Emeritus FIIDA
New York Chapter
A man with short hair, wearing a light suit and tie, gazes confidently at the camera, with soft curtains in the background.
Luis Adolfo Lopez, Emeritus FIIDA
Guadalajara Chapter
A middle-aged, bald man with glasses smiles warmly, wearing a button-up shirt. The background is plain and light, enhancing focus.
Richard N. Pollack, Emeritus FIIDA
Northern California Chapter
A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair looks directly at the camera, displaying a calm expression against a dark background.
Mary Helen Pratte, Emeritus FIIDA
Texas Oklahoma Chapter
A smiling woman with shoulder-length, straight hair and blunt bangs features prominently against a plain white background.
Fae Urban, Emeritus IIDA
Northern California Chapter
A woman with short, silver hair smiles warmly, wearing a dark top and a colorful statement necklace, with a glass in front of her.
Kayoko Tsunoda, Emeritus IIDA*
Japan Chapter

*We express our sincere condolences and acknowledge that Kayoko Tsunoda, EIIDA passed away in early October before she received her honor. She played a major role in the establishment of our Japan Chapter, and has made many influential contributions to the interior design industry in Japan.

Learn more about applying for IIDA Emeritus status here.

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