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Informal news and interior design happenings from the IDIBC. For all designers and members of the public alike. To contact us see IDIBC.org

Founded in 1950, the Interior Designers Institute of British Columbia is the self-regulatory professional body for interior design practitioners in BC. We register interior designers who meet an established standard of experience and competence and conduct their practice in accordance with a prescribed code of ethics. By identifying these individuals as Registered Interior Designers (R.I.D.), the

public is assured of a recognized level of skill and experience when seeking the services of an interior designer. We also strive to advance our profession through public and legal recognition, and providing services to our members including continuing education programs, seminars, networking, business referrals, an awards competition, and charitable and social events. Our external goals are to benefit public health, safety, and welfare, contribute to the enhancement of the environment, and increase the perception, appreciation, and value of design in the community.

05/13/2026

IDIBC Members: The IDIBC Professional Practice Survey 2026 is open for one more week! Every three years, we conduct this survey to capture a comprehensive picture of how Registered Interior Designers and IDIBC Members are working across British Columbia. The survey is open until May 22nd.

Your feedback is essential for identifying emerging trends and helping IDIBC plan strategically for the future of our profession.

If you are an IDIBC member, you can check your email for a description and link to the survey.

Help us improve the future of Interior Design by providing your experience.

05/01/2026

IDIBC Members: The IDIBC Professional Practice Survey 2026 is officially open!

Every three years, we conduct this survey to capture a comprehensive picture of how Registered Interior Designers and IDIBC Members are working across British Columbia. Your feedback is essential for identifying emerging trends and helping IDIBC plan strategically for the future of our profession.

How to Participate:
- Check your email: All members should have received a description and a direct link to the survey today, May 1st.
- Survey Dates: Open now through May 22nd.

Help us improve the future of Interior Design by sharing your experience. We look forward to your input!

03/12/2026

Making your membership work harder for you.

The strength of small businesses is what drives our industry forward. IDIBC wants to make sure your design business has the resources it needs to succeed.

Swipe through to see a deep dive into your new CFIB benefits:

- Business Advisory & Protection: Navigate global shifts with ease. Get real-time updates on the new 10-15% global tariffs and 1-on-1 access to experts who understand the Canadian trade landscape.

- HR & Hiring Support: From understanding your human rights responsibilities to accessing employee contracts, “HR Now” is your on-call support team for running a professional workplace.

- A Voice for Business Owners: CFIB is actively advocating for interior design businesses by opposing the BC government’s decision to expand PST to professional services such as architecture and engineering. While interior design services are not directly included, this policy increases the overall cost of home building and raises operating costs for multidisciplinary firms that include Registered Interior Designers.

- Member Savings: Instant ROI on your membership. Save up to 20% on TurboTax (just in time for tax season!), get exclusive perks at Meridian, and unlock member-only pricing on Apple hardware.

How to access: Log in to the IDIBC Member Portal to find your unique Member ID and start using these resources today.

Questions? CFIB Business Advisors are ready to help at 1-833-568-2342.

03/04/2026

IDIBC is an official sponsor of ’s second annual exhibition, presented in collaboration with the !

The 2026 exhibition, titled Making Space: The Feminine Palette and Presence in Design, will take place March 7–8, 2026, in Vancouver, in celebration of International Women’s Day.

The exhibition weekend will include a curated opening event followed by a public, stand-alone exhibition.

Opening Event: Saturday, March 7 | 1:00–4:00 PM (Arrival & Refreshments, Welcome & Intro Speech, Open Exhibition and Organic Networking)
General Exhibition: Saturday, March 7 | 4:00–6:00 PM
General Exhibition: Sunday, March 8 | 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

Location: Another Studios Inc., located within Focal on 3rd, an AFBC Award-Winning building at 107 E 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC.

Making Space: The Feminine Palette and Presence in Design explores how women actively create, claim, and transform space - physically, socially, culturally, and imaginatively - across a wide spectrum of practices. The exhibition considers space not only as something built, but as something shaped through process, material, form, narrative, and lived experience.

Bringing together work from architecture and a broad range of design-related and spatial practices—including interior and landscape design, art, ceramics, graphic design, and other material explorations—the exhibition highlights how women make space for ideas, communities, identities, and futures. It foregrounds practices that challenge conventions, expand boundaries, and reimagine how environments are conceived, experienced, and inhabited.

Check the bio for more information, including ticket purchasing.

02/28/2026

They don’t call it the Shine Awards for nothing!

The night was a huge success. The Shine awards are dedicated to the people who do the work, break the barriers, and lift others up as they climb within our industry. Seeing so much passion in one space was inspiring.

Congratulations to the award winners: It was fantastic to celebrate the amazing achievements of Designers throughout the past year with the design community of BC.

02/25/2026

We are so excited to support the next generation of talent tomorrow at the Student Portfolio Review! This is a unique opportunity for Vancouver Island University Interior Design students to get eyes on their work from seasoned Registered Interior Designers.

IDIBC board member Carly Neal, RID, will be presenting an exclusive info session on the pathway to becoming an RID and what it’s really like working as a design professional.

When: Thursday, February 26th 2026
Where: Delta Hotel Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort
Bonus: IDIBC is proud to be sponsoring lunch for all attendees!

See you tomorrow students! We can’t wait to see the future of design.

02/20/2026

Hosted by the Vancouver Island Society of Interior Designers, Videx 2026 is the place to be for RIDs, Architects, and industry pros on the island looking to sharpen their edge.

Earn 3 IDCEC Approved CEUs: Start your morning with high-level professional development led by inspirational designers. It’s the perfect way to stay current with your certification requirements.

Industry Innovations: The afternoon tabletop showcase is your chance to get hands-on with the latest products and connect with the manufacturers and suppliers fueling our industry.

Community Connection: From the networking luncheon to the keynote Q&A with cocktails, this is a unique chance to sync up with the local design community under one roof.

Date: February 27, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Delta Hotel Victoria Ocean Pointe Resortbc.ca

02/18/2026

BUILDEX 2026 at the Vancouver Convention Centre last week has come to an end. From introductions into new design concepts and methods to the latest in sustainable materials and interior finishes, it was the place to be for anyone shaping the future of our built environment.

There were many accomplished RID’s both at the expo and at the Shine Awards Wednesday night. Congratulations to all the winners!

02/10/2026

There’s less than 24 hours until the days we’ve all been waiting for. Whether you’re attending for the innovation at BUILDEX or the excellence at the SHINE Awards, here is your roadmap for the next two days.

The Main Event: BUILDEX
Preparation is already underway for BUILDEX; Feb 11, from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. It’s back for Day 2 on Feb 12 from 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

Check our profile for more info on IDIBC affiliated seminars.

The Big Night: SHINE Awards (Feb 11)
Once the expo floor closes on Day 1, the celebration of design excellence officially begins.

Here is how Wednesday evening will look:
• 5:30 PM: Doors open.
• 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Ease into the evening with cocktails, appetizers, and networking.
• 7:00 PM – 8:20 PM: The main event, the awards presentation.
• 8:20 PM – 11:59 PM: The Celebration After Party. We’re talking champagne, dessert, and DJ Benjamin spinning tunes until the clock strikes midnight.

It’s set to be a weekend full of professional development and a celebration of the industry’s amazing progression over the past year.
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02/09/2026

Calling all designers! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, February 11th, for an insightful BUILDEX Design Seminar featuring Alyssa Myshok, RID IDIBC. This session, “Trauma-Informed Design: A Primer,” dives into the critical intersection of neuroscience and the built environment, exploring how we can design spaces that prioritize safety and human emotion. Join us from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM at BUILDEX Level 2, Room 222. Admission is $85, but all IDIBC members receive discounted access—please check your email for your exclusive member discount code!

Seminar Synopsis:
90% of adults in the world have experienced at least one traumatic event. As neuroscience and therapeutic services have advanced in recent years, so has the understanding of trauma and of the impacts of the built environment on human emotions. In turn, Trauma-informed Design (TiD) is emerging as a specialized field of practice which, at its core, results in spaces that embody safety, foster resilience, and support healing. This presentation will start by providing a brief broad-based understanding of trauma: the types, effects on the brain, symptoms, and triggers. Attendees will then gain insight into the Trauma-informed Design framework composed of three spheres – policy and practice, design process, and the built environment. Finally, the role of the designer in the TiD framework will be discussed followed by the presentation and analysis of projects that have implemented the Trauma-informed Design process.

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
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http://www.idibc.org/

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