MEMBER BENEFITS
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Badge of professionalism
A clear demonstration that you have met the only national professional standard for interior design. Use of the well-recognised BIID Registered Interior Designer® logo and appellation on your website and marketing materials.
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Continuing Professional Development
Access to numerous discounted and free Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminars, lectures and courses.
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Professional Insurance
Discounted rates with the BIID Professional Indemnity insurance scheme.
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Raise your profile
Access to exclusive media and public speaking opportunities.
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Build your network
Access to numerous networking opportunities.
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Find new clients
Profile on the BIID website where potential clients can find you. You will also receive client referrals directly to your inbox.
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Influence your industry
Volunteer on a committee that works to improve an aspect of the industry you are passionate about, such as policy or education.
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Professional guidance
Free legal, HR and CDM helplines.
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Exclusive discounts
Complimentary tickets and discounts to industry events, publications and industry memberships.
Eligibility Criteria
Interior designers must have a total of 6 years of combined interior design/architecture education and interior design work experience or a minimum of 6 years interior design work experience to qualify for BIID Registered Interior Designer® membership.
Those with a Diploma (validated by a UK university)/Foundation Degree/HND in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture will be able to count their qualification as 2 years of the required 6 years and those with a BA (validated by a UK university)/BSc/MA/MDesin Interior Design, Interior Architecture or Architecture will be able to count their qualification as 3 years of the required 6 years.Additional years should be made up of interior design work experience.
- Applicants must carry relevant professional insurancei.e. Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance (not applicable to international applicants)
- Applicants must attend the Professional Review online.The purpose of the Professional Review is for you to evidence your understanding and capability in all 8 of our Core Competencies relevant to interior design. Please read thefull details of the Professional Reviewto help you to understand if this is the right membership for you.
Application Process
Applicants are required to complete the online application form and include the following:
- Information about you and your career to date
- Education and training (include a copyof your professional qualification)
- Must include policyholder and policy numbers for Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance
You will be invited to attend theProfessional Reviewvia zoom. The Professional Review requires you to demonstrate how your unique interior design experience and expertise enable you to meet the Core Competencies.
If you are not able to meet the criteria for the Professional Reviewyou may apply to become an Associate or Provisional Associate member (depending on your professional qualifications) until you are ready to upgrade your membership to BIID Registered Interior Designer®.
Membership Fees
BIID Registered Interior Designer membership costs*£420+ VATper year. Membership dues are based on the calendar year (April - March). Memberships are pro-rated monthly. *If you switch to paying by direct debit you can spread your payments over the year by a direct debit collection only. If payment is made by BACS/Credit or Debit card, the full invoice amount must be paid. Fees are reviewed annually.
Become a Member
- Raise your profile
- Build your network
- Update your knowledge
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Terms andConditions
- Code of Conduct -The Institute requires all Registered Interior Designer members to abide by the BIIDCode of Conduct
- Application Refusal -The BIID reserves the right to refuse Registered Interior Designer Member status to applicants.
- Annual Subscription -Our financial year for membership runs from1st April to 31st March. Annual subscriptions are due on1st April. Individuals who apply mid-year will be issued an invoice calculated monthly on a pro-rata basis.
- Professional Insurance -Registered Interior Designers must have the appropriate professional insurance policies in place throughout their membership with the Institute. These include Professional Indemnity and Public Liability cover. Policy details will be required before activation of membership.
- Resignations -Members should inform the Institute by31st March if they do not wish to renew their membership.
- Refunds -No refunds of a subscription or part subscription are possible.
Alternative Options
Join and become part of the organisation setting professional standards in interior design.
There are a variety of memberships available to allow you to become a member of the organisation. If this was not right for you try one of our other categories.
Registered Design Practice
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An established design practice with an experienced working interior designer to be the principal designer.
Interior Designer: Associate
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Interior Designers with an interior design qualification and at the beginning of their career in interior design.
