The Future of Design Begins Here

Cultivating the next generation of interior design leaders through academic research, collaboration, and community.

Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC) empowers design educators and students with tools to ignite passion and fuel learning that shapes the future of the interior design profession. Access the future of the industry and explore the growing collection of real-world teaching resources, respected peer-reviewed academic research, career advancement programs,  and more, in a community full of lifelong learning opportunities.

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Doing Better By Design

IDEC members shape and inspire the bright minds who design our future.

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A Community 750+ Strong

OF MAKERS, DESIGNERS, AND CREATORS
bringing more intention and more purpose to our interior worlds.

20,000+ Students

INSPIRES AND MENTORED BY IDEC MEMBER EDUCATORS

200+ Accredited

DESIGN PROGRAMS AND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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Raising the ceiling of what’s possible for interior design.

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IDEC offers a range of exciting volunteer and sponsorship opportunities that allow individuals and companies to actively contribute to the growth and development of interior design education.

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Industry-shaping publications and peer-reviewed content to facilitate discussion and inspire innovation.

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Browse and post available positions across a robust network of thousands of qualified professionals.

Thank you to IDEC Sponsors and Partners

Join the Movement.

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