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The BIID is committed to advancing professionalism, integrity, and excellence in interior design
Est 1965
We are the only professional institute for interior designers in the UK.
Discover our latest member-only benefit: 20% off RIBA interior design books
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2026 BIID Award Sponsors, Sofas & Stuff, collaborate with the Royal Ballet & Opera
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We help interior designers succeed at every stage of their career
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Inside Knowledge & AGM
17th September 2026
Join the BIID for this member only peer-to-peer knowledge sharing event. The perfect opportunity to ask other designers everything you want to know about fees, marketing and working with clients.
Welcome to the Resource Hub
Sustainability resources
Understand the core principles of sustainability and how to make your practice sustainable
An Introduction to Sustainability by BIID Sustainability Committee Chair Matt Freeman and Helen Gordon
Legislation and Regulation
Enhance your knowledge of legislation and regulation in the interior design industry.
Key takeaways from the building regulations for interior designers
Building your business
Gather the tools you need to build a successful business in a competitive market.
We speak to two designers on the best approach for interior design for vegan clients
BIID in focus
Becoming a BIID member can make you stand out from the crowd
The BIID Interior Design Awards ceremony is a celebration of outstanding professionalism and design excellence.
BIID parties give members and partners the chance to build lasting industry relationships while enjoying a fantastic evening.
Introducing Our Collective
Take a look at our members and their work
Every member featured here has met the rigorous selection process to become a BIID Registered Interior Designer®.
Design by Five Ltd
Design Practice: Design by Five Ltd
Caroline Cobbold Design Ltd
Design Practice: Caroline Cobbold Design Ltd
The I + A Studio LLP
Design Practice: The I + A Studio LLP
John Amabile Design Ltd
Design Practice: John Amabile Design Ltd
Sue Dann Interiors
Design Practice: Sue Dann Interiors
STUDIO SHANATI
Design Practice: STUDIO SHANATI
Garry Meakins Studio
Design Practice: Garry Meakins Studio
Clifton Interiors
Design Practice: Clifton Interiors
CasaNora
Design Practice: CasaNora
How we benefit you
Professional guidance
We offer legal helplines, specialist guides and peer to peer mentoring for our members.
Institute status
The use of our member logo is a symbol of credibility, authority and professionalism.
CPD support
Our members have access to a programme of ongoing education and development related to interior design.
Speaking opportunities
We frequently place our members as speakers at high profile industry events and as experts in interior design articles.
Networking events
Our busy events calendar provides members with regular opportunities to network with fellow industry professionals.
