Membership Criteria for Member
The British Institute of Interior Design supports and promotes interior design professionals, encouraging excellence in design and the advancement of professional practice.
Why join?
- Be part of an established, highly respected and professional body
- The British Institute of Interior Design is the only body for interior design to be called an Institute as granted by the Secretary of State in 2009
Some of the many benefits of membership
Membership provides numerous benefits, no matter what stage you are at in your career or where you are based in the world. These include:
Marketing
- Permission to use the well recognised Logo on all marketing materials
- Your profile on our website, where clients search for interior design professionals and the press for designer contacts and ideas. It is also the main search tool used by interior designers looking for products and services
- Spin-off media and frequent editorial opportunities
- The chance to ‘market’ your service through the ‘referrals’ post
Professional Development
- Opportunity to network and collaborate with other designers and suppliers
- Learn through a wide and varied range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminars, events, lectures and regional events
- Regular up-dates via our E-Newsletter on Institute activities and industry news
- Access to the Members' Area on the website: news, diary listings, staff vacancies and referrals for potential jobs are frequently posted
Legal
- Support and advice on many issues (e.g. legal and insurance) from an authoritative body
- Group Insurance Scheme
- The BIID/RIBA Form of Appointment for Interior Design services
Discounts
- Trade Account Discounts with various Industry Partners
- Dual Membership with the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) at a discounted rate
- Complimentary industry/fair tickets and discounts on trade magazines, hotel/restaurant, the Design Club, Chelsea Harbour, ACID and several other money-savers.
How do I join?
The Institute defines interior designers as persons qualified by education and experience to plan the design and execution of interior projects, and to organise the various elements essential to their completion. A designer is one who identifies, researches and creatively solves problems pertaining to the function and quality of the interior environment.
Members are required to carry Professional Indemnity Insurance and any other insurance required by law.
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Need Help? Telephone us on 020 7349 0800, email info@BIID.org.uk or visit our contact form. A member of the team will swiftly take you through the process.