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The Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) is the global leader dedicated to advancing interior design education.

The Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) sets global standards for accreditation in interior design education, empowering diverse perspectives in design. As an independent, non-profit accrediting body, our organization collaborates with educators and industry professionals to identify, develop, uphold, and promote rigorous standards fostering innovation and excellence in the field of interior design. With over 170 accredited programs, CIDA plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the profession, ensuring that graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in a dynamic and evolving industry. Follow us for updates and insights into our accreditation process and the evolving landscape of interior design education.

10/23/2026

Design has the power to shape more than environments. It shapes experiences.

CIDA's foresight research points toward a future where belonging, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness are increasingly viewed as indicators of design quality. Spaces are being evaluated not only for what they do, but for how they make people feel.

When people feel welcomed, respected, and connected, design is doing more than solving functional challenges. It's supporting human well-being.

So here's the question: think about a place where you immediately felt comfortable and accepted. What made that experience possible?

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10/16/2026

What does belonging feel like?

It's a question future designers may need to ask more often.

CIDA's foresight research highlights a growing expectation that design supports inclusion, cultural responsiveness, psychological safety, and human dignity.

As our communities become more diverse and interconnected, designers are increasingly responsible for creating environments where people feel seen, respected, and valued.

So here's the question: what's one place you've experienced that truly made you feel like you belonged?

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10/15/2026

📣 Today is the last day to comment!

CIDA’s public comment period for the DRAFT Professional Standards 2028 closes today.

We want to hear from you! Review the draft Standards and share your feedback before the comment period ends.

Learn more and submit your comments: https://loom.ly/_MLu8dI

10/14/2026

Public comment closes tomorrow!

There’s still time to share your feedback on the DRAFT CIDA Professional Standards 2028.

The public comment period closes October 15. Your input is an important part of CIDA’s standards development process.

Learn more and submit your comments: https://loom.ly/_MLu8dI

10/13/2026

The interior design profession is changing.

In 2016, only 10% of respondents worked in firms with more than 500 employees.

Today, that number is 43%.

This shift reflects a profession that is becoming increasingly collaborative, interdisciplinary, and complex.

Preparing future designers for this environment requires education that evolves alongside the profession.

What changes have you seen in the profession over the last decade?

Curious about what other value CIDA accreditaiton adds? Check out our website - https://loom.ly/aOMRDHo

10/12/2026

⏰ There’s still time to comment!

The public comment period for the DRAFT CIDA Professional Standards 2028 closes October 15.

Help shape the future of CIDA accreditation by reviewing the draft Standards and sharing your perspective.

Learn more and submit your feedback: https://loom.ly/_MLu8dI

10/09/2026

We want to hear from you!

CIDA is seeking community feedback on the DRAFT CIDA Professional Standards 2028.

Whether you are an educator, practitioner, student, graduate, or other member of the interior design community, your perspective can help inform the next generation of CIDA Professional Standards.

The public comment survey takes approximately 20 minutes and invites feedback on the clarity, organization, scope, and content of the draft Standards.

Learn more about the Standards development process and share your feedback: https://loom.ly/_MLu8dI

10/08/2026

What happens when you open draft standards to the public?

In 2026, CIDA invited feedback from across the interior design community as part of the review process. This step is about more than gathering opinions—it’s about improving the standards through real input. And that input can vary.

Different stakeholders often have different priorities and experiences, which can lead to:
- New ideas
- Helpful critiques
- Even conflicting viewpoints

So the process involves listening carefully and finding ways to balance those perspectives. The goal is to create standards that are clear, relevant, and workable across a wide range of programs.

What would you advise—how should conflicting feedback be handled when developing standards?

Dip deeper into the 2028 Standards revision process here - https://loom.ly/a76PWkE

10/07/2026

Help shape CIDA Professional Standards 2028.

CIDA’s public comment period for the DRAFT CIDA Professional Standards 2028 is open through October 15, 2026.

Community feedback is essential to the standards development process. We invite you to review the draft and share your perspective on the Standards, Expectations, overall scope, and user experience.

⏱️ The survey takes approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Professional Standards 2028 are slated for publication in January 2027 and anticipated to take effect for program reviews beginning January 1, 2028.

Learn more and submit your comments: https://loom.ly/_MLu8dI

10/06/2026

A big thank you to Cosentino in Dallas for generously hosting CIDA’s Fall Board of Directors meeting!

We are grateful for the warm welcome, beautiful space, and hospitality as our Board came together for important conversations about CIDA’s work and the future of interior design education.

Thank you, Cosentino, for supporting CIDA and the interior design community!

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