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International Interior Design Association

222 Merchandise Mart, Suite 567
Chicago, IL 60654
Toll Free: 888 799 4432
International: +01 312 467 1950

Member Benefits

IIDA offers Members strong networking and tangible benefits for education, inspiration and professional development.

Membership in IIDA provides access to resources that can help you get ahead in your career. Benefits include subscriptions to leading magazines, tuition reimbursement opportunities, the chance to reach Forum colleagues around the world, as well as exciting Chapter initiatives and International events like the Leaders Breakfast, and Re:Work.

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Professional and associate members in the United States receive complimentary magazines and publications that cover technical and theoretical topics in design, as well as community news and events.

  • Perspective, the IIDA's thought-provoking journal
  • DesignMatters, a biweekly electronic newsletter to keep you in the loop about happenings across the country
  • Contract, a leading monthly magazine for the design industry
  • Interiors & Sources, a leading monthly building industry and interiors publication
  • HD Boutique magazine, a bi-monthly e-magazine that covers hospitality trends

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Tuition reimbursement, access to in-depth knowledge and research, and links to industry leaders and events help you get ahead in the business aspect of design.

  • Eligibility for a twice annual drawing for an NCIDQ tuition reimbursement--a complete reimbursement for associate members who successfully complete the NCIDQ exam
  • Sustainable Education Fund, offering a twice annual drawing for reimbursement of LEED exam fees for those who have successfully passed the accreditation exam
  • Chapter and Regional professional development
  • Chapter-level IDCEC-approved CEU programs
  • Access to the IIDA Knowledge Center, and the team that compiles its content
  • Webinars, take-home CEUs and quick links to educational tools
  • International code and licensing initiatives
  • Proactive leadership in gaining governmental recognition for the profession
  • Use of IIDA professional designation 
  • Access to the IIDA Job Bank
  • Networking opportunities through Chapter and Forum programs
  • Membership for access to Material Connexion
  • IIDA Conference Calling Service
  • Access to IIDA's online membership directory
  • Forums in ten design specialties, offering an instant network of professionals in your area of expertise

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Members receive first notice of special events and registration discounts .

  • Invitations to Chapter and regional meetings, special events, and activities
  • Invitation to IIDA's Annual Celebration that features winners of the Interior Design Competition

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Discounts and Incentives for Members Only

You have access to a wide range of discounts and special pricing for products and services to support your business, from discounts on books to savings on airline travel. Check back regularly for new additions.

  • Discounted prices on John Wiley publications. (For members in U.S. and Canada)
  • Special Member pricing for IIDA-sponsored competitions (including Interior Design Competition, Hospitality Design Competition, Will Ching Design Competition, Smart Environments Awards)
  • Complimentary membership in Pier 1 Design Concepts program for Professional and Associate members
  • The Bank of America credit card, the Association’s Platinum Plus MasterCard
  • Discounted advertising rates in IIDA publications and on the IIDA Web site
  • The Working Advantage (Corporate Movie Club)
  • Specsources
  • Special rates at Starwood Hotels & Resorts
  • Wells Fargo - Capital for Knowledge