ASID is the design industry’s only association representing all sectors of design. Founded in 1975, ASID is the oldest, largest, and only multi-disciplinary professional organization for interior designers, interior design students, and the manufacturers and suppliers who support the profession. ASID aims to empower interior designers to succeed at every stage of their career by providing a connected community of peers, thought leaders, and luminaries. Through education, knowledge sharing, advocacy, and community building, ASID strives to advance the interior design profession and demonstrate the power of design to positively change people’s lives.
ASID offers a range of resources and opportunities for interior designers, including curated online resources to expand knowledge, elevate practices, and grow businesses. The association leads interior designers in conversations around evidence-based and human-centric design, social responsibility, well-being, and sustainability. ASID values diversity and inclusive practices within the interior design profession, believing that diversity makes organizations more successful and communities more fulfilling. By promoting involvement, innovation, and expanded access to leadership opportunities, ASID aims to maximize engagement across identity groups and professional levels.
ASID supports a focus on design excellence in three key areas: Climate, Health, and Equity. The association recognizes the profession’s obligation to minimize environmental impact and move towards regenerative design. ASID members have the power to transform the built environment by addressing climate change, holistic health, and social equity through responsible design practices. With a vibrant community of over 25,000 members, ASID offers career stage programming, research initiatives, and educational opportunities to advance the interior design profession and enhance the human experience through impactful design.