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Affiliate

Affiliate membership is open to professionals with an interest in the interior design industry including those in the construction industry and education.

Member Benefits

  • Badge of professionalism

    A clear demonstration that you have met the only national professional standard for interior design. Use of the well-recognised BIID Affiliate logo and appellation on your website and marketing materials.

  • Continuing Professional Development

    Access to numerous discounted and free Continuing Professional Development (CPD) seminars, lectures and courses.

  • Build your network

    Access to numerous networking opportunities.

  • 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.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must be a member of a professional organisation that is a full member of the Construction Industry Council (CIC) and have a professional interest in interior design (this category of membership is not for suppliers to the trade or interior designers).

Or

Educators teaching interior design courses, specifically those nationally accredited at Level 5 or above in the UK.

Affiliate Members can contribute to the development and increasing professionalism of the interior design industry in multiple ways. Whilst a team of staff handles the day-to-day business of the Institute, there are many opportunities to get involved at Council and Committee level. 

Application Process

Applicants are required to complete the online application form and include details of their business or educational establishment, and profession.

Membership Fees

BIID Affiliate membership (UK)

  • Annual fee: £155 + VAT per year
  • Applicable to UK-based members

BIID Affiliate membership (International)

  • Annual fee: £139.50 per year
  • VAT not applicable
  • Fee reflects limited access to certain UK-specific benefits

All memberships run on a calendar year basis: April to March

Payment Options

Direct Debit: Switch to direct debit to pay annually or to spread your payments across the year with monthly collections. Please note that direct debit is only available from UK bank accounts.

BACS/Credit or Debit Card: Full annual payment is required at the time of invoice.

Please note: Membership fees are reviewed annually and subject to change. Any updates will be communicated in advance of the new membership year. 

Educators are entitled to free Affiliate membership.

Pro-rated Memberships

Membership fees are pro-rated monthly for individuals joining partway through the membership year. This ensures you only pay for the months remaining in the membership cycle (April to March).

Become a Member

  • Raise your profile
  • Build your network
  • Update your knowledge
Start your Application

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  1. Application Refusal - The BIID reserves the right to refuse International Dual Member status to applicants.
  2. Annual Subscription - Our financial year for membership runs from 1st April to 31st March. Annual subscriptions are due on 1st April. Individuals who apply mid-year will be issued an invoice calculated monthly on a pro-rata basis.
  3. Resignations - Members should inform the Institute by 31st March if they do not wish to renew their membership.
  4. Refunds - No refunds of a subscription or part subscription are possible.
  5. Read the full Membership Terms and Conditions