Industry Links

Council for Interior Design Qualification

CIDQ

The Council for Interior Design Qualification (CIDQ) is the premiere certifying organization for interior design professionals. NCIDQ Certification is the globally recognized hallmark of a highly qualified interior designer.
NCIDQ Certification assures interior designers are competent to meet industry standards not only for aesthetics but also for public health, safety and welfare.

The American Society of Interior Designers

ASID

Founded in 1975, ASID is the oldest, largest and only multi-disciplinary professional organization for interior designers, interior design students and the manufacturers and suppliers who support the profession.

The rich, vibrant history of the organization goes back to the founding of its predecessor organizations, the American Institute of Interior Designers (AID) and the National Society of Interior Designers (NSID).

Designer Society of America

DSA

DSA is a national organization committed to supporting residential interior designers. We recognize that many paths are leading to success in the field of interior design. DSA strives to give a voice to those individuals in the industry.

American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers

AAHID

AAHID’s Certified Healthcare Interior Designer (CHID) credential recognizes excellence, commitment, and knowledge of this complex discipline.

Committed to creating the best environments for healthcare delivery, Certified Healthcare Interior Designers are the most qualified to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of patients, residents, and staff in hospitals, clinics, and residential care facilities.

International Interior Design Association

IIDA

IIDA is the commercial interior design association with global reach. We support design professionals, industry affiliates, educators, students, firms, and their clients through our network of 15,000+ members across 58 countries. We advocate for advancement in education, design excellence, legislation, leadership, accreditation, and community outreach to increase the value and understanding of interior design as a profession that enhances business value and positively impacts the health and well-being of people’s lives every day.