This past November IIDA Mid-America Chapter members Bonnie Limbird, IIDA and Julie Sayers, IIDA were elected to their city council where they will contribute their expertise advocating for their communities.
IIDA advocates for the advancement in design excellence, legislation, leadership, accreditation, and community outreach to increase the value and understanding of interior design. We are strong advocates for the registration, and/or certification of practicing interior designers who work in a code-i...
The fight for diversity can’t be solely waged at the organizational level. To drive a truly inclusive workforce, the industry has to connect with young designers early.
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
Submissions for the 2024 ALA/IIDA Library Interior Design Awards opens January 8, 2024. To learn more about the 2024 Awards, please contact IIDA Design Competitions Manager, Veronica Whitaker at vwhitaker@iida.org
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
Submissions for the 2024 ALA/IIDA Library Interior Design Awards opens January 8, 2024. To learn more about the 2024 Awards, please contact IIDA Design Competitions Manager, Veronica Whitaker at vwhitaker@iida.org
Sydney Peña, Associate IIDA, the 2019 IIDA Student of the Year, and interior designer at Axis Architecture + Interiors recalls her first month on the job and shares her journey from graduation to the professional world.
The 5th annual IIDA Advocacy Symposium, held this past September in Boston, was a resounding success thanks to a bevy of informative speakers, engaged attendees, and meaningful advocacy conversations. We cannot say thank you enough to our sponsors IdeaPaint who hosted the opening reception, and Allsteel who hosted Saturday’s event.
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The 2019 IIDA HCD Power Lunch Addresses the Complexities in Designing for Behavioral Health Spaces and how the evolution of behavioral health needs and awareness impact interior design.
The IIDA-hosted panel at Room & Board's New York showroom focused on the influence of hospitality design in the workplace - one of the decade's most significant commercial interior design trends.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
The John J. Nelson Sr. Legacy Scholarship Fund was created to support and nurture African American interior design and architecture students while promoting diversity and access in education. Nelson is a known champion of design education, diversity, and unfettered access to education. This scholars...
Promoting the recognition of interior design’s influence.
The Lester Dundes Memorial Fund established in 2004 serves to gain wider recognition for interior design’s influence and importance on quality of life. The fund honors industry leader and longtime publisher of Interior Design magazine, Lester...
The NCIDQ Tuition Reimbursement Fund supports IIDA members seeking their NCIDQ credentials. Interior designers that hold an NCIDQ certificate are able to demonstrate their skills, experience, and knowledge of core competencies in code-regulated interiors ensuring the protection of public health, saf...
The Keilhauer Sustainable Design Education Fund supports our IIDA members practicing sustainable design strategies. Interior designers that are LEED Green Associate or LEED AP certified demonstrate to clients and employers that they are dedicated to incorporating environmental sustainability and the...
The IIDA Titan Award was created to recognize outstanding individuals, companies, or organizations that have used their creative vision and design expertise in service of the interior design profession, their communities, or the world at-large. Previously named the Special Services Award, honorees h...
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The IIDA Student of the Year Sponsored by OFS award recognizes an IIDA Student Member who has significantly impacted their school’s interior design program through outstanding leadership, insight, and involvement....
Induction into the College of Fellows is the highest and most prestigious honor IIDA bestows. Inductees are IIDA members who demonstrate outstanding professional achievements and exceptional leadership in the interior design community, and whom have made extraordinary impacts and contributions to th...
The IIDA Star Award recognizes individuals or organizations that have significantly impacted the interior design profession and industry through their noteworthy vision and body of work. Past recipients have been honored based upon their constructive and meaningful influence on interior design, and ...
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
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Kristen Brumley, IIDA, discusses why championing Oklahoma’s local design community with the newly-established Oklahoma Interior Design Awards is beneficial to both practitioners and design advocates.
2019 was an eventful year for interior design legislation and activism. To build on this momentum, Emily Kelly, Director of Advocacy, Public Policy, and Legislative Affairs for IIDA, wants to help you advocate for your profession in 2020. Our advocacy initiatives, events, training guides, and resources, are designed to support your voice and creative energy.
Designers & architects talk series, Old post office, Willis tower, Tribune tower, Chicago, Interior design, Architecture, Adaptive reuse
On March 10, IIDA Headquarters will host Repositioned and Reimagined, a discussion on three of the most newsworthy and timely interior transformations in Chicago: Willis Tower, Tribune Tower, and Old Post Office.
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Here at IIDA Headquarters, we are thrilled to partner with AIA Chicago for the second consecutive year to co-present the Designers & Architects Talk series. This year, we offer four provocative Tuesday evening discussions that will address commercial interior architecture and design. Both architects and commercial interior designers will want to attend to learn from the speakers as well as to mix and mingle with the Chicago design community.
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This past December, IIDA’s Leaders Breakfast series wrapped another successful year, and an incredible decade of celebrating the history of IIDA, its design leadership, and our dynamic community of designers and industry members.
The Anna Hernandez/Luna Textiles Award celebrates the professional achievements of Anna Hernandez, founder of Luna Textiles, through establishing and presenting an annual prize for women entrepreneurs and industry leaders in the commercial interior design field. One $5,000 prize will be presented an...
IA Interior Architects established the IA Interior Architects Diversity in Design Scholarship in partnership with the IIDA Foundation to support and elevate students that represent diverse voices and perspectives in interior design, with the goal of enriching diversity of thought and practice across...
The Wilsonart Student Essay Competition awards IIDA Student members that participate in the IIDA Student Mentorship program. Student participants gain invaluable professional development and mentorship from professionals in the interior design industry.
The Wilsonart Student Education Fund created ...
The health and safety of IIDA members is our priority, and we have gathered together some essential tips and important information for keeping you, your family, and your community safe.
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IIDA and AIA Chicago kicked off the second season of their Designers & Architects Talk series on February 11, with a conversation between IIDA Executive Vice President and CEO Cheryl S. Durst, Hon. FIIDA, and Lauren Rottet.
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
2020 Awards open October 26 | Honoring excellence in originality and creativity in international interior design and interior architecture projects across 15 categories.
2020 Awards open October 26 | Honoring excellence in originality and creativity in international interior design and interior architecture projects across 15 categories.
Honoring product design manufacturers for advancements in innovation, function, and aesthetics in product design for the retail industry across eight categories.
Honoring product design manufacturers for advancements in innovation, function, and aesthetics in product design for the retail industry across eight categories.
Honoring product design manufacturers for advancements in innovation, function, and aesthetics in product design for the retail industry across eight categories.
Honoring product design manufacturers for advancements in innovation, function, and aesthetics in product design for the retail industry across eight categories.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Covid-19, Interior design, Public health, Membership, Cheryl s. durst
In response to our rapidly changing world, IIDA brings you a design-focused dialogue on the effects of a global crisis. Watch the first webinar in the series now.
Interior design, John czarnecki, Public health, Healthcare design, Covid-19, Collective design
In response to our rapidly changing world, IIDA brings you a design-focused dialogue on the effects of a global crisis. Watch the second webinar in the series now.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings.
Honoring design excellence in interior design and interior architecture projects representing achievement in creativity and innovation across 18 categories.
Honoring design excellence in interior design and interior architecture projects representing achievement in creativity and innovation across 18 categories.
Honoring design excellence in interior design and interior architecture projects representing achievement in creativity and innovation across 18 categories.
Honoring design excellence in interior design and interior architecture projects representing achievement in creativity and innovation across 18 categories.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
The IIDA Member of the Year Award recognizes and honors an IIDA Member who has demonstrated outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication assisting IIDA as it advances the interior design profession and advocates for interior design excellence....
The IIDA Educator of the Year award recognizes and celebrates a full-time design educator for outstanding accomplishments and commitment to interior design education. ...
Iconic Chicago architectural landmarks Willis Tower, Tribune Tower, and the Old Post Office are spotlighted in IIDA and AIA Chicago Designers + Architects Talk series.
In response to our rapidly changing world, IIDA brings you a design-focused dialogue on the effects of a global crisis. Join us weekly for these important community discussions.
In this ongoing series, IIDA features women leading the design industry. Hear what they have to say on the importance of diversity in design, mentorship, inspiration, and the future of the profession.
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IIDA members forecast an office designed for enhanced wellness answering the question: how will a new workplace be designed for human wellness in 2024?
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2020-2021 International Board President Sascha Wagner discusses the roles of community and design in the process of evolving through crisis, and the need for adaptability in our environments.
Design illuminates disparity and helps close the gaps—from healthcare and education to public space and urban planning. Design in all its manifestations is a force for change.
The IIDA Campus Center Awards recognize outstanding achievement by an IIDA Campus Center through the development of superior programming that enhances the interior design profession at the student and local levels.Congratulations to our 2023 Campus Center Award winner and honorable mention. View the...
Bill Grant, mayor of Canton, Georgia, and president and chief creative officer of the award-winning Grant Design Collaborative, shares insight into how the skills that designers possess can drive advocacy.
IIDA Headquarters is happy to announce that our annual Advocacy Symposium will be going virtual this year, our sessions will be live via Zoom September 8-10 2020.
As part of the Community as Strategy program series, design professionals talk community building and engagement during COVID and times of societal unrest.
IIDA’s annual Industry Roundtable report, Industry Roundtable 23: The Future of Place, Experience, and Worklife focuses on design theory inherent to innovative design for the future.
As part of IIDA’s 2020 NeoConnect programming, IIDA presented Collective D(esign): Women Lead Design, with an eye on leadership and how women specifically lead, the panel addressed the importance of being able to see yourself reflected in your leaders and managers.
What does community mean when being together physically is challenged, and what is the significance of brand and culture in the built environment if we’re not there?
Women making strides in design discuss the urgency of this current moment, what’s next for design, and how a diversity of design thought is more crucial than ever.
The seamless integration of technology into the workplace is a challenge that most designers and manufacturers face—how can we keep tech out of sight, but within an arm's reach?
IIDA 2020 Campus Center Award Winners Arizona State University share insights and tips for campus centers to start planning to enter for next year's award.
Georgia Chapter Education Fund | The Georgia Chapter has established a fund within the IIDA Foundation to provide financial assistance to students pursuing interior design degrees in the state of Georgia.Details on the mission and application process will appear on this site, as the Board of the Geo...
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings.
The IIDA Impact Stipend continues the Impact Stipend program established by the Foundation Trustees in 2020 to recognize and support IIDA members who have pursued a new educational goal, supported their design community through mentoring or offering resources, or used their expertise to volunteer in...
The IIDA Foundation, in partnership with Interior Design Educators Council Foundation (IDECF), is pleased to present the IIDA Educator Diversity Award, recognizing and celebrating educators that contribute to the advancement of racial and ethnic diversity in the interior design industry.This program...
The 2020 Advocacy Symposium opening session Advocacy 101: Just the Basics highlighted ways that the IIDA advocacy department can assist members and students in their advocacy efforts and debunked common advocacy misconceptions.
In response to our rapidly changing world, IIDA brings you a design-focused dialogue on the effects of a global crisis. Watch the seventh webinar in the series today.
The 2020 IIDA Student Roundtable report highlights our program the offered IIDA Student members an inside look at different professions within the interior design industry—from designers, to sales and manufacturing roles.
Recognizing and supporting IIDA members who pursued new education goals, supported their design community, or volunteered in their communities in 2020.
Recognizing and supporting IIDA members who pursued new education goals, supported their design community, or volunteered in their communities in 2020.
Climate change drives design towards sustainability and towards a future where we design for life in space, and the current trend towards incorporating the outdoors in workplace design.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
In her new role, Redmond will be responsible for leading membership growth and development strategies while also serving as the primary conduit to the Association’s regional and chapter leaders.
IIDA’s season of giving has begun through the annual Designing for the Future campaign, which will support a timely new initiative—the 2020 IIDA Impact Stipend for members who have made a necessary pivot this year.
IIDA is designed for you. Familiarize yourself with the benefits of membership—from networking opportunities to continuing education tools—and be included in an expansive design community.
The IIDA Legislator of the Year Award honors an elected official that has exhibited extraordinary commitment to advance the commercial interior design profession through legislation that acknowledges the impact of interior designers on life safety in the interior built environment....
What does it mean to teach in a global health crisis? IIDA and KI gathered six designers and education professionals to explore a changing education landscape, optimism, and the resiliency of students.
Supporting IIDA members pursuing the practice of sustainable design strategy and environmental sustainability through LEED Accreditation or WELL certification.
Supporting IIDA members pursuing the practice of sustainable design strategy and environmental sustainability through LEED Accreditation or WELL certification.
IIDA Advocacy shares what has changed, and what has stayed the same in key elections throughout the U.S. where politicians that support our industry were up for reelection.
Many laws contain a clause that calls for regular review or termination after a certain period of time–learn what this means as you advocate for your profession.
COVID has changed everything–what will last and what will morph into something else? Designers look ahead to the future of office, hospitality, healthcare, and retail interiors.
Here are 5 things bubbling up in the design world: pop-up classrooms, a Japanese brand’s U.S. debut, a children’s hospital that aims for wellness—and fun, the growing mushroom movement, and a Bauhaus redux.
Honoring originality and excellence in commercial design from firms with five (5) or fewer employees. A special thank you to our media partner, Interior Design magazine.
Honoring originality and excellence in commercial design from firms with five (5) or fewer employees. A special thank you to our media partner, Interior Design magazine.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings. A special thank you to our media partner, Interior Design magazine.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings. A special thank you to our media partner, Interior Design magazine.
Presented by IIDA and sponsored by Construction Specialties, this course was part of IIDA and HCD Virtual. Learn from experts and medical professionals about creating welcoming, safe, and secure entry sequences for healthcare interiors.
Presented by IIDA and sponsored by Rockfon, this course was part of IIDA and HCD Virtual. Designers that oversee healthcare interiors for two of the largest firms in the U.S. will join a Harvard Medical School expert on auditory concerns in healthcare in this informative dialogue. Learn how to impact rest, comfort, wellness, and patient outcomes through design.
IIDA’s highest honor awarded to members exhibiting exceptional leadership, professional achievement, and impact on the interior design industry and profession.
IIDA’s highest honor awarded to members exhibiting exceptional leadership, professional achievement, and impact on the interior design industry and profession.
Recognizes an IIDA Member that demonstrates outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication to advancing IIDA.
Recognizes an IIDA Member that demonstrates outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication to advancing IIDA.
Virtual programming dedicated to fostering a dialogue on the role of design in addressing social justice issues and the lack of diversity and representation within interior design and architecture.
IIDA and OFS present a frank conversation on equality, diversity, and inclusion in interior design—and what students can do for themselves and for the future of the industry.
Check out 5 items building buzz in the design world: pod offices, the state of women in the workplace, the whitest white, carbon-negative furniture, and bioplastic PPE.
Establish your name, and fund the further development of your emerging design firm—if you are a woman-identifying designer you may qualify to apply for the Anna Hernandez/Luna Textiles Visionary Award and Education Fund.
IIDA Industry Roundtable members convened to discuss what the past year revealed about life, work, and what the future might hold for the design industry, for our clients, and for ourselves.
The Student Mentoring program goes virtual in 2021—hear from students on the importance of establishing professional relationships while building their careers.
Influential Black designers have impacted and continue to impact the world of design. Join us in exploring the work and careers of designers including Charles "Chuck" Harrison, Ann Lowe, Emmett McBain, and Leroy Winbush.
The IIDA Foundation, in partnership with Interior Design Educators Council Foundation (IDECF), is pleased to present the 2021 IIDA Educator Diversity Award sponsored by KI.
IIDA connects with six leading women in design as they reflect on the value of mentoring, the role of women in design, and the places they seek inspiration.
5 things generating buzz in the design world: Prada’s fashion statement, a haveli turned hotel draws on local artisans, Norway’s new passport, Lego’s biophilic blocks, and biotech textiles.
The IIDA Chapter Awards recognize outstanding chapter achievement, best practices, and program excellence. The awards celebrate the exceptional efforts and contributions IIDA Chapters make to the interior design profession.
Congratulations to our 2023 winning chapters and all of our entrants!
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IA Interior Architects, in partnership with the IIDA Foundation, is pleased to present the 2021 IA Interior Architects Diversity in Design Scholarship winners and honorees.
IIDA virtually gathered chapter leaders from across the country to discuss equity, leadership, career growth and personal branding—and to celebrate some of our most dynamic IIDA members.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
In this episode we ask, how are designers, offices, companies, and communities maintaining balance? Collective D(esign) is a webinar series from IIDA that provide resources, information, and inspiration to the design community. These virtual sessions explore design from the lens of its larger societal impact as well as examining influencing factors and industries.
In this episode we explore designing for a hybrid workforce and a reconfigured model of what work/life balance should be. Collective D(esign) is a webinar series from IIDA that provide resources, information, and inspiration to the design community. These virtual sessions explore design from the lens of its larger societal impact as well as examining influencing factors and industries.
Get your summer reading list started with our design inspiration recommendations for summer. From iconic rock stars to fashion designers, visual artists and a look at the impact of design we’ve got you covered.
Designers who joined IIDA’s recent Industry Roundtable discussion, share the books, movies, tv, music, art, and guilty pleasures that have been keeping them engaged and excited.
Supporting IIDA members pursuing the practice of sustainable design strategy and environmental sustainability through LEED Accreditation or WELL certification.
Supporting IIDA members pursuing the practice of sustainable design strategy and environmental sustainability through LEED Accreditation or WELL certification.
5 things you need to know about: a light-drenched resort tucked away in the Saudi Arabian desert, an alternative form of silk, new U.K. design standards, a sanitizing sun, and reusable cutlery backed by Pharrell
Designers who joined IIDA’s recent Industry Roundtable discussion, share the books, movies, tv, music, art, and guilty pleasures that have been keeping them engaged and excited.
Convened to produce, develop, and provide guidance in commitment to anti-racist and anti-bias policies, goals, and objectives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Convened to produce, develop, and provide guidance in commitment to anti-racist and anti-bias policies, goals, and objectives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
As part of IIDA’s ongoing commitment to the sustained, intentional, and organized dismantling of racism in all of its forms and instances, we have established the IIDA Equity Council.
IIDA is pleased to announce our 2021 Member of the Year Marivel Ansera, IIDA, Student of the Year, Jen Khor, Student IIDA, and Educator of the Year, Olivier Vallerand, Associate IIDA.
From supporting campus centers and building chapter connections, to leadership programming and celebrating member accomplishments, our chapter honorees went above and beyond to support their members and communities.
2021 Anna Hernandez/Luna Textiles Visionary Award winner discusses creating your dream career and re-discovering a love for architecture and designing spaces
To wrap up Pride month, we ask LGBTQIA+ design professionals what Pride means to them, and how we can better empower and support members of the design community.
Leaders Breakfast is back and more accessible than ever with a virtual format honoring regional designers, featuring keynote speaker Elaine Welteroth, and more!
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
We take a look at firms, projects and products that are site-specific, and/or evoke place through materials or experiences, presenting different ways to connect to place.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
IIDA's Janella Curtis catches up with Claudia Padilla, IIDA, Advocacy Vice President for IIDA Michigan to talk about shaping an advocacy program and planting roots towards affecting change.
Kristen Brumley, IIDA, and lobbyist Haley Blood provide a behind-the-scenes look at their strategies for passing a bill and what to expect during the process.
Recognizing and supporting IIDA members who pursued new education goals, supported their design community, or volunteered in their communities in 2021.
Recognizing and supporting IIDA members who pursued new education goals, supported their design community, or volunteered in their communities in 2021.
IIDA Leaders Virtual brings together over 2,000 attendees across North America to celebrate leadership in design. Ticket holders who need assistance accessing the event read on.
Jen Khor, Student IIDA, shares with us her journey as an interior design student—why she chose design, what it means to be involved in IIDA and other professional organizations as a student, and the importance of being intentional.
In this episode we explore how interior designers and design firms are breaking barriers in minority communities and the ways in which new education pipelines can grow.
Giving agency to high school students and introducing new career paths, Design Your World is an education pipeline program designed to make the industry more accessible, inclusive, and diverse. Find out how you can be involved!
Featuring voices, viewpoints, and insight from end-users, leading educators, designers, and firms—exploring shifts in education and designing for resiliency.
This episode investigates how the design industry can decolonize design—shifting the focus from traditional design influences to a more expansive, multi-ethnic view that examines history, values, and current trends.
Supporting IIDA members pursuing the practice of sustainable design strategy and environmental sustainability through LEED Accreditation or WELL certification.
Supporting IIDA members pursuing the practice of sustainable design strategy and environmental sustainability through LEED Accreditation or WELL certification.
With the second iteration of IIDA’s Collective D(esign) series, we brought together thought leaders for design-focused dialogues addressing our rapidly changing world.
A community provides support, opportunity, connection, and growth. IIDA’s community is strong because of individual members, and future members, like you. Members who are the changemakers in their local community, at work, and across the globe.
This year we gathered virtually as one for international and regional programming addressing what it means to be a leader, and celebrating leaders across 8 regions.
Join IIDA and industry leaders and we look beyond introducing DEI to your firm, and discuss how to enact change in firm culture and HR practices to achieve real shifts.
With a focus on the workplace and the future of design, IIDA hosted keynotes, honored IIDA design leaders, and celebrated The Design Your World program
Recognizes an IIDA Member that demonstrates outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication to advancing IIDA.
Recognizes an IIDA Member that demonstrates outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication to advancing IIDA.
What to experience, watch, read, and listen to this month—from the 10th edition of Salon Art + Design in New York to an interview with Jenny Holzer, a gender 101 primer, and how to know if today is a bones, or no bones day.
IIDA’s inaugural Design Your World education pipeline program wrapped up in Chicago this summer, and is poised to expand building diversity and equity within the design industry.
As students transition to the workforce, IIDA membership can play an important role in their success. Recent grad Allie Bierman and 22-year IIDA member and International Board President, Sascha Wagner, discuss the value of membership for a young professional.
Olivier Vallerand, Assoc. IIDA was named the 2021 Educator of the Year for guiding students to consider how design movements emerge from social, economic, and political contexts through exposure to marginalized communities and voices.
Christina Peter, Co-Chair of DEI for Southern California continues the conversation on starting DEI initiatives at the chapter level, and collaborating with other chapters to create consistent messaging.
Advocacy VPs and volunteers from across the U.S. gather to talk legislative wins, strategy, and learn how to build community in four CEU-accredited sessions.
Honoring originality and excellence in commercial design from firms with five (5) or fewer employees. A special thank you to our media partner, Interior Design magazine.
Honoring originality and excellence in commercial design from firms with five (5) or fewer employees. A special thank you to our media partner, Interior Design magazine.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings. A special thank you to our media partner, Interior Design magazine.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings. A special thank you to our media partner, Interior Design magazine.
Katrina Alvarez and Rai Savage share their inspirations and aspirations in design—what they’ve connected with in their education and how they plan to leave a mark
Hear from EDI leaders from across the industry examining how to collectively implement initiatives in our workplaces and drive changes both big and small.
The third annual Interface + IIDA Converge Summit brought together designers, students, and industry leaders to explore innovative sustainability and wellness solutions in design.
Mari Ansera, IIDA was named the 2021 Member of the Year for her dedication to and passion for interior design—an exceptional advocate for the industry, and asset to IIDA through her commitment to contributing to the profession.
Intimate conversations with design leaders and activists speaking about their experience balancing design and their personal interests with a focus on humanity, confidence, passion, and the intangibles that make a designer who they are.
Zane Land, Ind. IIDA shares her experiences as a mentor, and the importance of mentoring young designers and the value of exposing students to a range of careers in design.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
What to do, read, watch, and consider in February from an exhibit spotlighting MASS Design's designs with empathy, a summit addressing design during a climate emergency, and more.
IIDA 2021 Educator Diversity Award awardee Milagros Zingoni Phielipp instills a sense of global and cultural empathy in her students, her designs, and her curriculum.
Hear from IIDA Student members Shelby Alexander, Veronica Aziz, and Mikayla Adkins about their experiences at and takeaways from the IIDA Texas Oklahoma's annual student conference.
Amanda Trimble, IIDA, of HKS talks about her work designing Super Bowl LVI venue SoFi Stadium, and using region, fans, and culture to create an incredible fan experience.
Student member Felicity Dodds connects with architect and IIDA SHIFT keynote speaker Juan Carlos Baumgartner, LEED AP, on design, creative vision, and the benefits of working internationally.
Alexandra Bonner, IIDA, Krystal Lucero, IIDA, Robina Shepherd, Associate IIDA, and Leyden Lewis discuss what it means to create an EDI focused workplace.
Six students awarded scholarships for representing diverse voices and perspectives; and their voice in addressing institutional, education, and industry-wide diversity.
Industry leaders and thinkers share conversation, community, strategy, and goal setting to weigh in on the state of the industry—and what’s in store for the future.
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Ronnie Belizaire, FIIDA, Ana Pinto-Alexander, FIIDA, and Kay Sargent, FIIDA, FASID, share their insights, experiences, and pathways for the future of design.
In response to our rapidly changing world, IIDA brings you a design-focused dialogue on the effects of a global crisis. Join us for these important community discussions.
Celebrate incredible design—earn international recognition for your work, and be honored for your innovative and extraordinary design—we’ve rounded up some of our favorite winners from 2021.
Marci comes to IIDA with over a decade of grassroots activism leading to legislative successes, and a passion for professions that transform communities and lives.
Cheryl S. Durst, Hon. FIIDA, introduces "Perspective: State of Being" the first edition of our members-only digital magazine with insights on navigating a new world.
Design companies are making new strides in sustainable design, learning to fuse functionality, accessibility, and aesthetics. This Earth Day we are highlighting some of the products and brands leading the way.
North Carolina Advocacy VP Chelsea Harrell shares the work that follows passing stamp and seal legislation and refocusing on interior designer registration
Our IIDA Advocacy teams work to advance our profession through voluntary registration, and legal recognitions—catch up with the latest news from our chapters
Join IIDA this June as we return to our in-person annual meeting and black-tie gala, celebrate our member achievements, host inspirational discussions, and keynote speakers Nick Cave, and Bob Faust.
The President of Walt Disney Imagineering on keeping her calm, creating authentic, impactful experiences, and using challenges as the fuel that powers greatness.
25 things to know about IIDA EVP and CEO as we celebrate her 25th anniversary at IIDA, and mark a quarter-century of service to the interior design industry
Sarah Clair, IIDA, and Rolando Mendoza continue their discussion on embracing new technologies—the Metaverse, extended reality, and the future of design
In honor of Pride Month IIDA takes a look at how design reshapes the communities it serves. Case in point: Howard Brown Health, a new clinic that will improve healthcare access for LGBTQ+ community.
The IIDA Emeritus status is an esteemed member type awarded to retired IIDA Professional members. An IIDA Member Emeritus member has greatly contributed their life and career to the interior design and/or architectural industry. This honor recognizes and respects an individual’s lifelong commitment ...
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
An exhibition that actively responds to the climate crisis, a visionary designer’s life and career journey, a taste of Scandinavia, a book that embraces architecture’s anthropomorphic qualities, and more.
The WELL Sustainable Design Fund, formerly known as the Sustainable Design Education Fund, supports IIDA Associate, Professional, or Student members seeking their WELL AP credentials. Interior designers that are WELL-certified demonstrate to clients and employers that they are dedicated to incorpora...
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
Hear how advocacy works across the country—from bills that have passed, are still on the floor, and other efforts that support how we practice interior design
The 13th annual award honoring excellence in originality and creativity in international interior design and interior architecture projects across 15 categories.
The 13th annual award honoring excellence in originality and creativity in international interior design and interior architecture projects across 15 categories.
Summer 2018 | Why
Rethinking form and function in the workplace | Designing for all five senses | How workplace culture defines how firms work | Bold maximalism
Fall/Winter 2018 | Evoke
Black women take a seat at the table in design | Modern-day transit hubs as destination | Unlocking accessibility through design | Future-focused design
2019 | (re)Designing our Profession for Diversity
In late 2018, IIDA and OFS hosted two Student Roundtables in New York and Los Angeles to glean knowledge on the state of leadership, diversity, and equity within the design industry.
Spring 2019 | Reimagine
Next-gen workplaces | Contextualizing design by honing in on history | Tech and materials | Graduate Hotels carve out their niche
2020 | What Clients Want: The Future of Place, Experience, and Worklife
In a rapidly-changing world, designers are tasked with creating adaptable and innovative objects and solutions that will define our homes, offices, and public spaces for years to come.
2019 | Lead by Design | IIDA reflects on the achievements of our 25th year advocating for and advancing the profession of interior design. The report illustrates the fiscal, social, and organizational health the Association had in 2019.
The 2021 IIDA Interior Design Compensation Report and Calculator tool are vital resources for professionals, offering leaders a way to monitor the health of the industry and design professionals to negotiate salaries. “The results are a testament to the resiliency and determination of our industry,” states Cheryl S. Durst, Hon. FIIDA. View the Calculator and purchase the report.
2021 | Designing What's Next: Toward Greater Equity, Relevance, and Resiliency
IR24, more than ever, and across every session, challened us to keep our minds open: open to our fellow humans, open to new ideas, and open to a wider range of possible futures.
2020-2021 | Be Included
Design plays an unparalleled role in making the world a better place, and “placemaking”
is the most human and humane pursuit of an evolved and civilized society. IIDA reflects on our achievements, goals, and finances in 2020 and 2021.
Finding joy in her work, and meaning in representation, IIDA PA/NJ/DE’s first Hispanic Chapter President shares her achievements and goals for IIDA and her design work
For this episode we convened design leaders in thinking about what people, clients and firms need now—considering how to implement and embrace change while fostering connection, nurturing innovation, and empowering culture.
Hospitality seems to be roaring out of the gates. Gathering brilliant minds working in this segment of the design industry we discuss the reemergence of hospitality, how it's changed, and ways in which it will continue to evolve as we transition to a new phase of being out in the world.
Designers Volodymyr Nepiyvoda and Dmytro Bonesko discuss the challenges faced during the ongoing invasion of Ukraine, and where they find resiliency and inspiration
Recognizes an IIDA Member that demonstrates outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication to advancing IIDA.
Recognizes an IIDA Member that demonstrates outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication to advancing IIDA.
For this episode we convened design leaders working at the intersection of sustainability, climate change, and equity to talk about the future of sustainable design. Exploring how it impacts our firms, our communities, and our lives.
Five new ways to consider moving into the future as designers: collectively, with nature, through climate change, and emphasizing care and social services
With the third iteration of IIDA’s Collective D(esign) series, we brought together thought leaders for design-focused dialogues addressing our rapidly changing world.
Find out how advocacy works across the country—from bills that have passed and those still on the floor, to other efforts that support how we practice interior design
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Recognizing a woman who has recently established an interior design or product design business and is making a difference in her profession with a $5,000 cash prize.
Recognizing a woman who has recently established an interior design or product design business and is making a difference in her profession with a $5,000 cash prize.
Apply for IIDA’s highest honor awarded to members exhibiting exceptional leadership, professional achievement, and impact on the interior design industry and profession.
Apply for IIDA’s highest honor awarded to members exhibiting exceptional leadership, professional achievement, and impact on the interior design industry and profession.
Apply for IIDA’s highest honor awarded to members exhibiting exceptional leadership, professional achievement, and impact on the interior design industry and profession.
Apply for IIDA’s highest honor awarded to members exhibiting exceptional leadership, professional achievement, and impact on the interior design industry and profession.
The 10th annual award honors design excellence in interior design and interior architecture projects representing achievement in creativity and innovation across 18 categories.
The 10th annual award honors design excellence in interior design and interior architecture projects representing achievement in creativity and innovation across 18 categories.
The 19th annual award honors originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
The 19th annual award honors originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Find out how advocacy works across the country—from bills that have passed and those still on the floor, to other efforts that support how we practice interior design
IA Interior Architects scholarship recipients represent diverse voices and new perspectives and address efforts for an equitable and sustainable future
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of booths at WestEdge Design Fair Los Angeles, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of booths at WestEdge Design Fair Los Angeles, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics
In the first episode of the 2023 season, we examine the growth of small women-led firms and the ways in which they are shifting the face of design. In this important conversation we explore the motivation behind why and how they were formed, the role of community, building strategy, and the skills and tools they need to start, grow, and progress.
Presenting the student winner and honorable mention projects from this years competition, which saw students designing an assisted living facility for aging residents
At IIDA, our shared goals remain clear: a dynamic organization managed to best business practices and fiscal responsibility; active member and chapter service and support; dedicated efforts toward greater equity, diversity, and inclusion in design; and strong industry partnerships that help foster IIDA’s community and connection.
The Diversity by Design Fund (dxdf) will advance and support educational and awareness initiatives in design that prioritize and promote diversity and inclusivity. Serving as a resource and liaison for students on issues of equity through design education, outreach, and advocacy, the dxdf will provi...
In the second episode of the 2023 season, we examine how we can design and plan for housing and community development to support racial justice and equity. Examining structural changes needed and pathways to change. This group of leaders consider how the industry can champion change and model new practices that can shift the way our cities and communities are developed in the future.
The 12th annual award honors excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
The 12th annual award honors excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
IIDA brings together leaders in sustainability to discuss material, production, circular economy and the future of sustainable practices. With partner Aquafil we explore how we can reimagine design for a closed-loop system, new ways to create sustainable, resilient, long-lasting value, industry impact, transparency in manufacturing, and how this impacts the work of practicing design professionals and firms.
Continuing IIDA’s focus on elevating the design industry and working to define its future, our first Demographic Survey creates a baseline for understanding who we are, where we come from, and where we are headed as a community.
The future starts now: For 25 years, we've gathered at the IIDA Industry Roundtable, this year we decide where the next 25 years might take our community of thinkers and doers in design. We’ve built a strong network of diverse viewpoints — we challenge each other, but we’re allied and united in our strong intention to build a better design industry and profession. We’ve equipped a generation of leaders with actionable plans and strategies.
Find out how advocacy works across the country—from bills that have passed and those still on the floor, to other efforts that support how we practice interior design
The 11th annual Best of Asia Pacific Awards honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
The 11th annual Best of Asia Pacific Awards honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
In the fourth episode of the 2023 season, we examine and explore how shifting culture, people, and real estate/space needs, impact what the new work environments look and feel like? What are the questions businesses are asking themselves, as it is no longer one-size-fits-all for office space and work environments. What does working everywhere really look like and what are the pathways to success?
Honoring design concepts from students throughout the world who are currently enrolled in an interior design or interior architecture program or institution.
Honoring design concepts from students throughout the world who are currently enrolled in an interior design or interior architecture program or institution.
Nominated by our 2023 College of Fellows, Member of the Year, and Student of the Year, this group of designers are creating innovative ideas as we continue to shift workplace design
A recent graduate of Bellevue College's Interior Design program, IIDA Northern Pacific Chapter's student council president, and a student board leader on campus
In the third episode of the 2023 season, we examine how we can all develop and utilize design thinking skills to help improve our work from design, to community, planning and also provide support for our personal lives and careers. This panel of futurists and design strategy leaders break down the essential components of thinking and working like a futurist, starting today.
Recognizes an IIDA Member that demonstrates outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication to advancing IIDA.
Recognizes an IIDA Member that demonstrates outstanding volunteer service through commitment, passion, professionalism, and dedication to advancing IIDA.
IWBI and IIDA co-hosted award-winning designers and architects, real estate pioneers, and public health experts to explore the overarching impacts of place
In the fifth episode of the 2023 season, we examine new models for learning. Exploring how design education and designing for education, can shift society and the ways it can be a catalyst for growing diversity and expanding the reach of the design community.
Lake|Flato’s director of design performance, Heather Gayle Holdridge, and design performance manager, Kate Sector, discuss sustainability and wellness strategies that help make the world a better place
From supporting their members and building community, to celebrating member accomplishments and programming these chapter honorees embody the importance of community
Apply for IIDA’s highest honor awarded to members exhibiting exceptional leadership, professional achievement, and impact on the interior design industry and profession.
Apply for IIDA’s highest honor awarded to members exhibiting exceptional leadership, professional achievement, and impact on the interior design industry and profession.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings. 2024 commemorates the 50th Annual of IIDA Interior Design Competition.
Honoring achievement in outstanding interior architecture and design that encourages and uses innovative interior design ideas, techniques, and furnishings. 2024 commemorates the 50th Annual of IIDA Interior Design Competition.
Honoring originality and excellence in commercial design from firms with ten (10) or fewer employees. 2024 commemorates the 31st annual IIDA Will Ching Design Competition.
Honoring originality and excellence in commercial design from firms with ten (10) or fewer employees. 2024 commemorates the 31st annual IIDA Will Ching Design Competition.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Honoring innovation, environmental functionality, function, and aesthetic or technical advancements in the hospitality industry across eight categories.
Join IIDA and Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Ecomedes, Paul Shahriari for an introduction to your newest member benefit—the IIDA Ecomedes platform can accelerate your ability to find, evaluate, and specify products and materials while tracking your carbon impact
The IIDA Student Mentoring Program offers IIDA Student members a chance to gain and share insight into a career in the interior design community by shadowing a professional for a day.
The IIDA Student Mentoring Program offers IIDA Student members a chance to gain and share insight into a career in the interior design community by shadowing a professional for a day.
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
Honoring excellence in library interior design and promoting examples of extraordinary design reflected through innovative concepts across nine categories.
IIDA’s Chapter Leadership Conferences (CLC) is hosted across five different regions across the country bringing leaders together for collaboration to enhance community member experiences
Designer, architect, and educator Wanda Dalla Costa shares with us her practice and methodologies in co-designing buildings, interiors, and furniture with Indigenous elders
In this Chapter Leaders Academy session, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging practitioner and interior design consultant Jessica Bantom discusses the relevance of DEI in the practice of design – as a profession and as a service. Topics will include the what and why of DEI, current issues in DEI and design, and tips for success for DEI champions.
Recognizing a woman who has recently established an interior design or product design business and is making a difference in her profession with a $5,000 cash prize.
Recognizing a woman who has recently established an interior design or product design business and is making a difference in her profession with a $5,000 cash prize.
Recognizes outstanding achievement by an IIDA Campus Center through the development of superior programming that enhances the interior design profession at the student and local levels.
Recognizes outstanding achievement by an IIDA Campus Center through the development of superior programming that enhances the interior design profession at the student and local levels.
Recognizes outstanding achievement by an IIDA Campus Center through the development of superior programming that enhances the interior design profession at the student and local levels.
Recognizes outstanding achievement by an IIDA Campus Center through the development of superior programming that enhances the interior design profession at the student and local levels.
Awards IIDA Student members that participate in the IIDA Student Mentoring Program. Student participants gain invaluable professional development and mentorship from professionals in the interior design industry.
Awards IIDA Student members that participate in the IIDA Student Mentoring Program. Student participants gain invaluable professional development and mentorship from professionals in the interior design industry.
Supporting the professional development and achievement of IIDA Student, Associate, and Professional members that have obtained their WELL AP credentials.
Supporting the professional development and achievement of IIDA Student, Associate, and Professional members that have obtained their WELL AP credentials.
Interior Design Driven ROI: Watts, Water, Carbon and Health
IIDA and Paul Shahriari convene for an exploration on how data driven design can help designers showcase their positive impacts for clients.
We will demo how the IIDA.ecomedes.com platform can:
1. Simplify the search for products aligned with energy and water targets
2. Automate the analysis of energy and water consumptive lighting and plumbing fixtures
3. Accelerate Carbon and Health centric product selections and evaluations
4. Streamline the documentation needed for Green Rating Systems
5. Deliver higher impact projects for leading clients in the marketplace.
: Developing Sustainability Literacy Tools for Design: IIDA and design leaders convene at the Interface + IIDA Converge Action Summit 2023 to discuss new and innovative sustainable practices with a cast of amazing speakers. In this session, Converge Council Mentor, Interface Manager, Mission Activation, Joey Shea as he kicks off the day with biomimicry expert Kathy Zarsky, offering insights on biomimicry practice and how it can create a new way to approach sustainable design.
IIDA and design leaders convene at the Interface + IIDA Converge Action Summit 2023 to discuss new and innovative sustainable practices with a cast of amazing speakers. In this session, join Allison Smith, sustainable design leader, HKS, in conversation with Associate Principal, Mahlum Architects, IIDA International Board Member and Converge Council Mentor, Stacey Crumbaker at they discuss Reframing Sustainability: A Future Beyond the Checklist.
IIDA convenes for an informational webinar exploring the NCIDQ exam and certification with Matt Barusch (CIDQ). Learn more from our presenters about how to include the NCIDQ exam in your career path and the benefits of certification, like expertise in understanding and applying current codes, career advancement, and increased compensation.
In this special episode host Cheryl Durst and executive producer Adriana Morton listen to voicemails left by attendees for Cheryl during NeoCon 2023 in the OFS showroom.
We check in with Christina Cho Yoo and Ming Thompson, five years after their Anna Hernandez/Luna Textiles award—where are they now, and what has changed?
The 20th annual award honors originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
The 20th annual award honors originality of design and visual impact of showrooms and booths at NeoCon, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics.
Honoring design excellence in interior design and interior architecture projects representing achievement in creativity and innovation across 18 categories.
Honoring design excellence in interior design and interior architecture projects representing achievement in creativity and innovation across 18 categories.
Member Casey Martin, assistant professor of interior design at George Fox University talks design education, and what students need and want for the future
Underlining the importance of mentorship in nurturing the next generation of interior designers and building life-long career success—at IIDA and beyond
The Skill of Perpetual Motion and Grace with Olympian, writer, and public speaker Winter Vinecki. An Olympian, a writer, a public speaker—Winter Vinecki has done it all. From a very early age, she has been in constant motion, pushing herself to be the best she can be and pursuing life’s next challenge. In addition to competing all over the world, she somehow manages to find the time to advocate and share her father’s legacy.
The Skill of Mindhunting and Analytical Logic with Mark Safarik. Now the president of his own behavioral science consulting firm, Safarik has had a unique career with over 30 years of experience in criminal justice and law enforcement, analyzing the criminal mindset and helping to bring resolution to victims and their families. “Most people don’t realize behavioral profiling isn’t ouija boards and crystal balls.” - Mark Safarik
The Skill of Stewardship and Advocacy: Nicki Boyd, the curator of applied behavior at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, is responsible for educating and advocating for the animals and programs under her care. “My job is a combination of people, paper, and polar bears.” -Nicki Boyd
Seat 6A: A Skill Set Vignette: Welcome aboard an episode that details an ordinary business trip that required extraordinary grace, calm, and sense of self. What is it like when your ability to live your life is questioned? When simply to authentically exist in places where other’s limited imaginations won’t allow the reality of “you?” “It's amazing how very visible Black folks in business class can really be.” -Cheryl Durst
The Skill of Overcoming the Odds and Discovering Yourself: Listeners are encouraged to tune in to the discussion on being a change-maker and the power of nourishing hearts and souls through art with Pierre Jean Gonzalez. Beating the odds, coming out as queer amidst prejudice, and appearing as the acclaimed Alexander Hamilton in the national touring company of the renowned musical, "Hamilton." “Ironically, the way I actually found Pierre was by playing a character.” -Pierre Jean Gonzalez
A look forward—COVID-19 has changed everything, we look forward to what is in store in the workplace, the new urbanism, automation, and how to manage mental health in the workplace. Andrés Duany on the new, new urbanism, shifts towards the next normal, automation, and more.
A look forward—COVID-19 has changed everything, we look forward to what is in store in the workplace, the new urbanism, automation, and how to manage mental health in the workplace
We are excited to share that the 2024 IIDA Foundation Annual Giving Campaign will support Design Your World (DYW), IIDA’s education pathway program building equity and diversity in the design industry, by providing high school students with exposure to the possibilities of a career in design.Make yo...
What it means to have access? We talk with designers about how to provide deeper access to design education at the K-12 level, and accessible design for those with impaired vision or mobility. How can our industry truly become more diverse and inclusive?
Find out how advocacy works across the country—from bills that have passed and those still on the floor, to other efforts that support how we practice interior design.
In this first episode of the 2024 season, IIDA showcases a very special Collective Design, with keynote address by renowned urban revitalization specialist and MacArthur Fellow Majora Carter, followed by a post-keynote discussion on design’s role in building sustainable communities, led by IIDA EVP and CEO Cheryl Durst, with IIDA President Ronnie Belizaire and Dr. Angie Scott of IWBI. This Webinar is for IIDA Members only, log in to access.
The IIDA ICON Award recognizes extraordinary service and/or contributions by a person or an organization to the profession of interior design, the industry, or IIDA. The award celebrates and illustrates how the recipient’s dedication and life’s work elevates the industry, how that work creates new o...
Presenting the student winner and honorable mention projects from this year's competition, which saw students designing a pediatric clinic in Baltimore
In this issue of Perspective, we take a look at what community means. How has COVID-19 shifted how we look at "place," from workplace to retail we hear from designers as they explore new ways of thinking about how to design spaces for a changed world.
In this issue of Perspective, we investigate how the pandemic is pushing designers to think differently—how are we innovating, and what can that mean for how we rethink the future. We look at prefabrication, a 300-year ryokan transformed into a contemporary hotel, and next-gen, flexible design.
IIDA convenes speakers to discuss how a personal brand showcases your values, mission, goals, and personality to potential employers and your network. Learn how to build your personal brand with interviewing tips, job expectations, and how to increase your social network.
Kimball International established the Makers of a Better Future fund in partnership with the IIDA Foundation to support IIDA members who are integrating the spirit of foresight into design, fostering innovative solutions for tomorrow's challenges. This award recognizes those committed to advancing t...
This year marks 30 years since the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) was chartered, at NeoCon 1994. Any anniversary brings with it a moment of looking back, but as we lean into this year, we are more determined than ever to look forward, and to work alongside you to point IIDA toward a future that includes a strong, vital, and relevant design industry.
The New Face of Design: Creating for Humanity in a Tech-Enabled Future | Centering Humanity in Tech-Enabled Design | The Sustainability Challenge crowd-sourcing with the Industry Roundtable think tank | Big Qs/IR Answers: The Relationship Edition for designers/manufacturers | Context of Design: A tech-filled future centering design intelligence
Perspective Next Wave examines what's next—from immersive experiential design to the technologies that revolutionize our approach to design. Directing our gaze forward we explore the world of possibility that lies within the question, "What comes next?"
The best sustainable practice, it seems, is to start with what you can do, right now. We look to designers guided by a deep-seated, urgent commitment to sustainability as a core value from Alvin Oei of Disney and indigenous architect Wanda Dalla Costa on ethical relationality, this issue is inspiring and world-changing.
In this issue we unravel the future of work—where are we going, and how? We speak with Patricia Urquiola on creativity, a look at how EDI initiatives are pushing our industry forward, a behind-the-scenes peek at IIDA's Design Your World program, and ask Micki Washington, "How can we change the future of the workplace for the better?"
In this issue we center the contributions of women in design. We look at the projects, firms, and people that are shaping the future of our industry—join us as we travel from Australia to Italy and around the U.S. for insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, breaking the rules, and morning affirmations.
In this second episode of the 2024 season, IIDA convenes experts for an in-depth conversation on AI and future tech and what impact these technologies will have on design. Experts discuss in which direction will those technologies take us and how designers can best use these new tools to create the future of design.
Welcome to the Season 3 premiere of the Alternative Design podcast. Mark Bryan, Senior Foresight Manager at the Future Today Institute, unveils his scenario of the future set in 2026.
In this second segment of Crafting Culture and Belonging, Alternative Design revisits the microbrewery Ferndale Project. Join them to discover how their unexpected challenges allowed them to discover their culture.
This CEU discussing interior design legislation and the state of New York’s current position in the legislative cycle was originally held on Thursday, May 2. This program was held in conjunction with the Consortium for Interior Design Advocacy as well as IIDA and ASID Chapters of New York.
This CEU discussing interior design legislation and the state of Michigan’s current position in the legislative cycle was originally held on Friday, May 17. This program was held in conjunction with the Consortium for Interior Design Advocacy as well as IIDA and ASID Chapters of Michigan.
This program discussing interior design legislation in Colorado was held on April 15 in conjunction with the Consortium for Interior Design, IIDA Rocky Mountain, and ASID Colorado and New Mexico.
IIDA CEO Cheryl Durst and Mark Bryan, an FTI senior foresight manager, discuss strategic foresight and how it can help us shape the future we want to see
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
Honoring excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts across 14 categories.
SAVE THE DATE to spotlight leadership in the Houston design community with international benefactor, MillerKnoll and media partner, Interior Design. This event will be held in-person with a networking coffee reception, Award of Excellence honoree presentation, and sit-down breakfast with our passionate and creative keynote speaker.
Leadership Award of Excellence Honoree
Lauri Goodman Lampson, IIDA President and CEO PDR
Lauri Goodman Lampson is a business visionary who challenges founders and executives to rethink their approach to work and place. She is the mastermind behind the firm’s innovative business model and integrated approach to consulting, design, and brand services. Lauri frames business challenges as optimistic calls to action. Complacency is her nemesis, and she motivates organizations to move forward faster. She believes the wave of changes in technology, health and wellness, and the marketplace are undeniable. Organizations must restructure their fundamental approach to how they communicate their purpose, how they gather, and how they work.
Keynote Speaker
Kelli Harding Assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at Columbia University and author of The Rabbit Effect: Live Longer, Happier, and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness
Dr. Kelli Harding is an expert in human health and wellbeing. She’s celebrated for her ability to make complex medical and public health research meaningful to a broad audience. She helps individuals and organizations apply the science of kindness and connection to help them thrive. Dr. Harding's work as a doctor – seeing patients, doing research, and serving in national leadership roles – led her to write The Rabbit Effect: Live Longer, Happier, and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness. Dr. Harding has spent much of her career in the emergency room at New York-Presbyterian Hospital as an attending physician seeing patients who come in with both medical and behavioral symptoms. As part of her mission to educate the general public about important health topics she’s appeared on Today, Good Morning America, NPR, The New York Times, Medscape, Oprah.com, and US News & World Report.
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There’s a fluidity in how we live, work, play, and learn—multifunctional spaces are more prominent than ever as we break through traditional norms and bring more flexibility into design
At this year’s NeoCon, two key programs presented by IIDA underscore the potency of storytelling and immersive design when crafting the built environment
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of booths at WestEdge Design Fair Los Angeles, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics
Honoring originality of design and visual impact of booths at WestEdge Design Fair Los Angeles, emphasizing use of materials, space, color, texture, lighting, and graphics
A panel of interior design advocates share valuable insights into the profession’s legislative landscape and the importance of collaborative and individual advocacy efforts.
Healthcare Design Conference + Expo is devoted to how the design of responsibly built environments directly impacts the safety, operation, clinical outcomes, and financial success of healthcare facilities now and into the future.
This healthcare design show highlights best practices and top healthcare design products. Attendees have the opportunity to earn continuing education credits, network with peers, discuss best practices, view innovative design products, and influence the direction of the industry as it advances into the future. Conference sessions cover a broad range of topics, all relevant to today’s healthcare facilities.
Pricing:
Early Bird (until 7/14) Expo Only: $599 Full Conference: $1,549 Single-Day Conference: $1,149
The IIDA Healthcare Design Awards honors excellence and originality in healthcare interior design that is exemplary of extraordinary innovations in design concepts. Click here for more information on the competition.
With more workers shuttling between home office and hybrid offices, both spaces need to accommodate flexible layouts that quickly adjust to changing functional needs. Sliding Doors and Movable Walls provide ideal solutions that support wellness and enhance the functionality of interior spaces. This CEU covers the range of Sliding Door and Movable Wall typologies, their suitability, and their specification process.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
Honoring outstanding creativity and design in interior design and interior architecture projects based in Asian Pacific countries across 15 categories.
SAVE THE DATE to spotlight leadership in the Dallas design community!
The IIDA Leaders Breakfast is an annual international event series that celebrates design’s importance in the global marketplace by honoring the people who are both the legacy and future of design. This is made possible through the support of IIDA Headquarters, International Benefactor MillerKnoll, and Media Partner Interior Design.
Each event features a renowned keynote speaker who enlightens, provokes, and encourages new ideas, and a celebration recognizing one local individual who is making significant contributions to the design industry with the Leadership Award of Excellence Presentation.
Leadership Award of Excellence Honoree
Kris Walsh Interior Design Director, Principal Page
Kris Walsh is a celebrated interior designer whose work has gained widespread attention and publication. Kris launched her career at Gensler NYC, followed by a dynamic stint at Gensler L.A. She later relocated to Austin, Texas, where she joined Page Southerland Page as a Senior Designer. Now Interior Design Director at Page, Kris has refined her collaborative design approach, discovering the joy in working with diverse design teams and clients. This passion for collaboration has led her teams to win numerous awards and garner significant recognition. Her career is defined by a commitment to nurturing and working alongside exceptional designers. Among her most recently acclaimed projects are the public spaces of Indeed Tower in Austin, Texas, and the PGA of America Headquarters in Frisco, Texas. With an eye on the future, Kris remains excited about continuing to work with talented teams and exceptional clients, confident that the best is yet to come.
Keynote Speaker
Sarah Williams Goldhagen, PhD Author, Architecture Critic
Sarah Williams Goldhagen, PhD. and former Harvard professor, is a leading voice in the emerging movement in neuroaesthetics and architectural design. Her Welcome to Your World: How the Built Environment Shapes Our Lives, which won a Nautilus Book Award in 2017 for its contribution to social and environmental justice, has made her a sought-after speaker; she lectures frequently and publishes widely about the effects of architecture, landscape, and urban design on human health, cognition, and wellbeing. The New Republic’s architecture critic for nearly a decade, Goldhagen’s criticism has appeared in the New York Times, Art in America and dozens of other publications. She sits on the boards of the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture, the Centre for Conscious Design, and on the Intentional Spaces Advisory Committee of the Johns Hopkins International Arts + Mind Lab. She recently released her first film, What Design Can Do (co-written and produced with Sarah Robinson), which has won five film festival awards
Location: Renaissance Hotel Dallas, 2222 N Stemmons Fwy
Rise and Shine | $6,500
• Preferred Table Location for 12 guests • Opportunity to welcome guests with a mimosa toast at the start of the program • Promotional Logo Recognition at Event • Promotional Company Logo in in Event Digital Itinerary
Champion I $5,250
• Preferred Table Location for 12 guests • Promotional Logo Recognition at Event • Promotional Company Listing in Event Digital Itinerary
Patron I $3,250
• Preferred Table Location for 10 guests • Promotional Logo Recognition at Event • Promotional Company Listing in Event Digital Itinerary • Recognition During Event
Supporter I $2,250
• Table for 10 guests • Promotional Logo Recognition at Event • Promotional Company Listing in Event Digital Itinerary
Half Table I $1,125
• Half Table for 5 guests • Recognition at Event • Promotional Company Listing in Event Digital Itinerary
Cheryl Durst gathers a special group of 30-year-old designers for IIDA’s 30th Anniversary, for a discussion around emerging designers. We will discuss how they see design’s future evolving; what their priorities are; how they are cultivating career success; how they communicate with clients, manufacturers, and firm principals as young leaders. We’ll be taking the temperature and collecting the wisdom of the next generation of design leadership.
Moderator: Cheryl S. Durst, Hon. FIIDA, Executive Vice President and CEO, IIDA
Panelists: Paul Burd, Ind. IIDA, Business Development Manager, The HON Company Elidet Guerrero, Assoc. IIDA, Senior Interior Design Professional Peter Harrison, Assoc. IIDA, Designer, Gensler Vanessa Thanh Vu, Senior Interior Designer, Associate, DLR Group Co-Owner, 2d Restaurant
In the third episode of the 2024 season, we convene for our once-a-year live episode for IIDA Day at NeoCon. We talk with design experts and thought leaders who approach the hot topic of experiential design from a range of angles, from high-end hospitality design to neuroscience to future forecasting.