The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) is a professional networking and educational association of more than 11,000 members in nine (9) specialty forums, nine (9) Regions, and thirty (30) chapters around the world. IIDA is committed to enhancing quality of life through excellence in interior design. IIDA advocates for interior design excellence, disseminates industry information, nurtures a global interior design community, maintains educational standards and responds to trends in business and design.
History
IIDA was founded in 1994 as the result of a merger of the Institute of Business Designers (IBD); the International Society of Interior Designers (ISID); and the Council of Federal Interior Designers (CFID). The merger created an international association with a united mission that represents interior designers worldwide. Since that date, IIDA has worked to convene communities of interior designers across regions and specialties representing the interests of the entire community. In 2004, IIDA celebrated its 10th Anniversary (1994-2004).