the international interior design association (IIDA) and the american society of interior designers (aSID) are the two largest professional organizations for interior designers and interior architects. both groups provide resources, scholarship opportunities, and networking events.
as the university of tennessee’s student chapter of iIDA + ASID, IA Collaborative requires 3rd and 4th years to be a member of either IIDA or ASID. 1st and 2nd years are encouraged to research their options!
So What’s the difference between IIDA and ASID?
IIDA
International Interior
Design Association
$60 student dues annually
GENERALLY joined by more commercial interior designers
Several Membership Categories
Students
Designers
Architects
Educators
Manufacturers and representatives
Opportunities/Resources/Events
NCIDQ exam prep resources upon request from your local chapter
Student mentoring program with a mix of in-person, hybrid, and virtual opportunities
Wilsonart Essay Competition for students participating in the mentorship program
Competitions and Awards: Student Design Competition, Student of the Year, etc.
ASID
American Society of
Interior Designers
$85 one-time only membership
good for up to six years.
GENERALLY joined by more residential interior designers.
Several Membership Categories
Practicing Designer/Architect
Student of Interior Design
Graduating from Interior Design School
Educator
Opportunities/Resources/Events
National/Local networking events
National job bank
NCIDQ exam prep resources
ASID Awards Program: National Student Portfolio Competition, ASID Ones to Watch, etc.
