Presented by IIDA, the Commercial Interior Design Association, and AIA Chicago in a first-ever collaboration, this series of three panel discussions addresses commercial interior architecture and design. Both architects and commercial interior designers will learn from the provocative discussions about projects, firm leadership, and design strategy.

Join the IIDA Illinois Chapter for an exciting evening which celebrates our members both old and new as well as our amazing annual sponsors. Eat and drink your way through the art gallery, which will feature custom graphics inspired by the art of language and the Pantone color of the year “Living Coral”. Next, get in line to have a new, professional headshot taken by one of the photographers stationed throughout the venue. Dancing is encouraged as our DJ Charles Protégé will be mixing all night. We can’t wait to see you there.

The Illinois Chapters of IIDA and the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) are working together organize a Capital Day this April in Springfield, IL. Please save the date!

oin the Central Illinois City Center of the IIDA Illinois Chapter for Photo Bash, an exciting evening which celebrates our members both old and new and our AIA friends and sponsors.

Eat and drink your way through the art gallery, which will feature custom glass blowing demonstrations. Next, get in line to have a new, professional headshot taken by the photographer stationed in the venue. Chances to win a hands on glass blowing experience as well!

McDonald’s Headquarters: Impact on a Company, a City, and a Neighborhood

Join us for the first of a three-part series of panel discussions between architects and commercial interior designers.

From the rise of resimercial to sustainable design, which trends will make a lasting impact on workplace design this year and beyond? Join the conversation, network with peers, and most importantly: Caffeinate!

The theme for our 14th annual Stitch is Dichotomies: Opposites Attract! Design firms pair up with manufacturers, selecting a dichotomy and bringing it to life in the form of a garment. Join us at the House of Blues to see what the teams have conjured up, as models walk the runway. It’s one of our biggest networking nights of the year with over 500 people in attendance each year. You don’t want to miss this one!

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 is one of the most misunderstood elements of commercial design. Failing to design for ADA creates health and safety issues for the disabled and liability concerns for designers and owners. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to confidently discuss ADA requirements with a client so all parties can make informed decisions.

Join IIDA and ASID Illinois Chapters for an informative discussion on current legislation and future legislative goals for all Illinois Interior Designers. Engage with panelists for an informal conversation on elevating the Interior Design profession. Network with your peers after the forum with complimentary cocktails and small bites provided by Marshalls Landing at the top of the Mart Steps. Don’t miss this informative and exciting discussion where you will learn how to be become a better Advocate for our profession. Click here to register.