Advocacy
Over the last several years, both legislators and the general public have begun to gain a deeper understanding of the value provided by interior designers. Our goal is to continue to educate and inspire on behalf of the Interior Design profession. As Interior Design is a relatively new and growing field, we work to enable and empower its practitioners with rights and responsibilities.
Laws and Regulations:
Interior Design legislation helps establish and maintain professional standards that protect the health, safety and welfare of the general public. IIDA Indiana Chapter firmly believes that legal recognition, achieved through licensing, registration, and certification brings uniformity to the profession, defines responsibility, and encourages excellence in the Interior Design industry.
The Interior Design Coalition of Indiana
Legislative coalitions have been created for the advancement of the interior design profession. IIDA Indiana Chapter supports the efforts of the Interior Design Coalition of Indiana, a separate organization. The IIDC represents one unified voice for interior design professionals and allied design professionals who practice interior design in the state of Indiana and show minimum competency based upon national interior design standards.
On July 1, 2009 a Title Act was effective in the form of the Indiana Interior Design Registry. The Indiana General Assembly passed HEA 1573 allowing Interior Designers the right to register with the State of Indiana through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA).
Type of Act: Title Act
Title: Registered Interior Designer
Year passed: 2009
Examination Requirement: NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) or ARE
Registration Fee: $100.00 and is good for two years.
Grandfather Clause: Expired 12/31/2011
Continuing Education for Renewal: 12 hours
For more information, please contact:
Ellie Watkins
VP of Advocacy