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The BIID is committed to advancing professionalism, integrity, and excellence in interior design
Est 1965
We are the only professional institute for interior designers in the UK.
Are you risking being fined by HMRC? Understand how anti-money laundering legislation may affect you
We hear from BIID Awards Headline Sponsor Havwoods on the materials, textures and influences shaping interiors
We are delighted to welcome the new BIID President for the 2026 - 2027 term, Anna Burles
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We help interior designers succeed at every stage of their career
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Join Us for the BIID End of Year Party!
26th November 2026
Join the BIID for our End of Year Party at Poliform’s King’s Road showroom. Enjoy drinks and canapés while catching up with other members and industry colleagues, and help us round off the year in good company.
Welcome to the Resource Hub
Sustainability resources
Understand the core principles of sustainability and how to make your practice sustainable
An Introduction to Sustainability by BIID Sustainability Committee Chair Matt Freeman and Helen Gordon
Legislation and Regulation
Enhance your knowledge of legislation and regulation in the interior design industry.
Key takeaways from the building regulations for interior designers
Building your business
Gather the tools you need to build a successful business in a competitive market.
We speak to two designers on the best approach for interior design for vegan clients
BIID in focus
Becoming a BIID member can make you stand out from the crowd
The BIID Interior Design Awards ceremony is a celebration of outstanding professionalism and design excellence.
BIID parties give members and partners the chance to build lasting industry relationships while enjoying a fantastic evening.
Introducing Our Collective
Take a look at our members and their work
Every member featured here has met the rigorous selection process to become a BIID Registered Interior Designer®.
Urban Interiors
Design Practice: Urban Interiors
The Drawing Room Interiors Ltd
Design Practice: The Drawing Room Interiors Ltd
Catherine White Interiors
Design Practice: Catherine White Interiors
Claire Totman Designs Ltd
Design Practice: Claire Totman Designs Ltd
Elixir Interior Design Ltd
Design Practice: Elixir Interior Design Ltd
St. George PLC - Berkeley Group
Design Practice: St. George PLC - Berkeley Group
Welham Architects
Design Practice: Welham Architects
San Avenue Ltd.
Design Practice: San Avenue Ltd.
Element Studios Consulting Ltd
Design Practice: Element Studios Consulting Ltd
How we benefit you
Professional guidance
We offer legal helplines, specialist guides and peer to peer mentoring for our members.
Institute status
The use of our member logo is a symbol of credibility, authority and professionalism.
CPD support
Our members have access to a programme of ongoing education and development related to interior design.
Speaking opportunities
We frequently place our members as speakers at high profile industry events and as experts in interior design articles.
Networking events
Our busy events calendar provides members with regular opportunities to network with fellow industry professionals.
