become an idi Member

In person or virtual, we are happy to have you as a member of IDI.


IDI MEMBER BENEFITS

  • Invites to monthly educational meetings or social events, where colleagues or potential new members are welcome in a casual setting.

  • Invitation to our formal Annual Membership Dinner.

  • Invitation to our informal Summer Bash.

  • Company or business logo on our website.

  • Networking opportunities.

  • Member level specific benefits.

Need To Renew Your Membership?

Membership Renewal occurs the month of June.

  1. Review your membership level benefits and requirements.

  2. Either use the “Click To Pay Membership Dues” button below, or go to the Store tab at the top and click Membership.

 

MEMBERSHIP steps

  1. Identify your Membership level by
    clicking on the below level tabs.

  2. Pay for Membership (below.) Student and
    Honorary Memberships will have a $0 cost.


    NEW MEMBER?

  • Those applying to be a NEW Professional or Allied IDI Member, will need to email their official or unofficial college transcript OR proof of diploma to: info@interiordesignersofidaho.com

  • Those applying to be a NEW Member, will be contacted regarding their application. If there is an issue with the applicants submission or the applicant is denied, dues will be fully refunded.

  • New members are encouraged and invited to attend our annual Membership Dinner. Click on the link below. This is a great opportunity to network and meet the IDI membership.


Questions? Email us at: chatidi@outlook.com


step 1: IDENTIFY your MEMBERSHIP

Identify your Membership level by clicking on the below membership level tabs.

 

+ PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP - $75

PROFESSIONAL MEMBER BENEFITS

1- Voting privileges.

2- May be elected to all IDI Officer positions, including President, VP, Secretary and Treasurer.

3- May be nominated to all IDI Board of Director positions.

4- May purchase a copy of the Membership Directory at any time for $25.

5- May request a member specific event be added to the IDI Calendar, with a graphic/logo on that date.

6- Access to the password protected Job Listing portal. Members may view and request a posting for the community.

7- Discount for 1 Chair Affair Furniture Entry Fee. Email for code.

8- Available to be highlighted as a Professional of the Quarter.

9- Welcome bag upon becoming a new IDI member.

10- Professional Members may use the designation Professional IDI after their name.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBER REQUIREMENTS

  • REQUIREMENT 1. Must have one of the following.

    • NCIDQ Certified Designer

    • AIA Certification

  • REQUIREMENT 2. Must have one of the following.

    • Is a graduate of a 4 or 5 year Interior Design School/College AND had complete 2 years of diversified Interior Design experience with an established Interior Design Firm.

    • Has completed 3 years of education with a major in Interior Design in a recognized Interior Design school, OR 4 years college plus 3 years of full time diversified Interior Design experience with an established Interior Design firm.

    • Has completed 2 years of hourly equivalent of technical training in the field of Interior Design in a technical school AND 4 years’ experience in a recognized Interior Design firm.

    • Has combination of advanced education of Interior Design education and/or diversified Interior Design firm.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • Applicants must provide proof of qualifications prior to acceptance for professional membership, including passage of the NCIDQ or equivalent exam.

  • Application for Professional membership status must be accepted by the membership committee and the Board of Directors.

  • In the event the request for membership is denied, dues will be refunded in full to the member.

+ Allied Membership - $65

ALLIED MEMBER BENEFITS

1- Voting privileges.

2- May be elected to all IDI Officer positions, including President, VP, Secretary and Treasurer.

3- May be nominated to all IDI Board of Director positions.

4- May request a copy of the Membership Directory at any time.

5- May request a member specific event be added to the IDI Calendar, with a graphic/logo on that date.

6- Access to the password protected Job Listing portal. Members may view and request a posting for the community.

7- Discount for 1 Chair Affair Furniture Entry Fee. Email for code.

8- Available to apply for the Allied Member Scholarship. Funds from this scholarship may only be applied to either the study materials for the NCIDQ or the NCIDQ prep course.

9- Welcome bag upon becoming a new IDI member.

10- Allied Members may use the designation Allied IDI after their name.

ALLIED MEMBER REQUIREMENTS

  • Requirement 1.

    • Must be working towards the requirements of the Professional Member classification (education and NCIDQ certification.)
  • Requirement 2. Must have one of the following.

    • Completion of a minimum of two years' advanced education or Interior Design education in a design school or college with a major in Interior Design and are now engaged full-time in the profession of Interior Design.
    • A minimum of 6 years' full-time diversified Interior Design experience. Must provide evidence of a high degree of knowledge and professionalism.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • Any request by a member for a change from Allied status to Professional status must be accompanied by a letter showing certification by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (from NCIDQ headquarters). Such a request may be made in June of each year and shall be accompanied by payment of the member’s dues at the Professional status rate. In the event the request for reclassification is denied, dues will be refunded in full to the member.

  • In the event the request for membership is denied, dues will be refunded in full to the member.

+ AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP - $65

AFFILIATE MEMBER BENEFITS

1- Voting privileges.

2- May be elected to the IDI Officer positions of Secretary and Treasurer.

3- May be nominated to all IDI Board of Director positions.

4- May request a copy of the Membership Directory at any time.

5- May request a member specific event be added to the IDI Calendar, with a graphic/logo on that date.

6- Access to the password protected Job Listing portal. Members may view and request a posting for the community.

7- Discount for 1 Chair Affair Furniture Entry Fee. Email for code.

8- Welcome bag upon becoming a new IDI member.

9- Affiliate Members may use the designation Affiliate IDI after their name.

AFFILIATE MEMBER REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants for this category shall be persons actively engaged in industry related activities, such as Interior Design departments at any University or school of Interior Design. This category includes business owners and professional staff of Interior Design firms, Architects, and those in the art profession.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • In the event the request for membership is denied, dues will be refunded in full to the member.

+ INDUSTRY MEMBERSHIP - $150

INDUSTRY MEMBER BENEFITS

1- May be nominated to all IDI Board of Director positions.

2- May request a copy of the Membership Directory at any time.

3- May request a member specific event be added to the IDI Calendar, with a graphic/logo on that date.

4- Access to the password protected Job Listing portal. Members may view and request a posting for the community.

5- On a Preferred Vendor List for the Industry Member's specialty. This benefit comes into play when either a member is looking for a resource or an outside individual contacts IDI via our website asking for a referral.

6- Industry Members may use the designation Industry Member IDI on a second line of business cards or advertising.

7- Industry Members will be given early access to SPARK Trade Show booth sale, at a discounted rate.

INDUSTRY MEMBER REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants for this category shall be persons actively engaged in industry related business, such as allied trades, allied organizations and manufacturers' representatives.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • A company may have two (2) representatives on one membership.

  • Platinum sponsors shall receive complimentary Industry Membership(s) for the upcoming year, post sponsorship, as outlined in the Sponsorship Levels section of the website.

+ STUDENT MEMBERSHIP - FREE

STUDENT MEMBER BENEFITS

1- Access to the password protected Job Listing portal. Members may view and request a posting for the community.

2- Available to apply for the Student Member Endowment. Funds from this endowment shall go towards the student's educational expenses.

STUDENT MEMBER REQUIREMENTS

  • Any student who is actively enrolled in an Interior Design education program in a design school or college.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • Students are encouraged to attend meetings and be actively involved in special projects, competitions, and programs.

  • Students are accepted as Allied Members of IDI upon graduation from their school. Students must re-file an application for change in status. Dues must be paid at the time of filing.

+ HONORARY MEMBERSHIP - FREE

HONORARY MEMBER BENEFITS

1- Access to the password protected Job Listing portal. Members may view and request a posting for the community.

HONORARY MEMBER REQUIREMENTS

  • Each school of Interior Design is entitled to one Honorary IDI membership for an instructor in its department of Interior Design.
 
 
 

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP 

A membership applications may be obtained through the payment portal. Only completed applications will be accepted for review. Training/education received through any form of correspondence course, will not be considered in determining the applicant’s qualifications. After Membership Committee approval, the application, including dues, is to be sent to the Board for final approval. Any person of good character and integrity who agrees to abide by the Bylaws and Code of Ethics in Interior Designers of Idaho and who qualifies for one of the above described categories may be elected to membership in the organization.

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At any point, an IDI Member may request the Membership Directory that will include: name, company, and email.