Build Architecture Awards 2015 104 The American Society of Interior Designers is a commu- nity of designers and other industry insiders who work tirelessly to promote better standards of interior design. The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is a community of people — design- ers, industry representatives, educators and students — committed to interior design. Through education, knowledge sharing, advo- cacy, community building and outreach, we strive to advance the interior design profes- sion and, in the process, to demonstrate and celebrate the power of design to positively change people’s lives. More than 24,000 members engage in a variety of professional programs and activities through a network of 48 chapters throughout the United States and Canada. You can learn more about our latest initiatives by reviewing our strategic plan. Founded in 1975, ASID is the oldest, largest and leading professional organization for interior designers. The rich, vibrant history of the organ- ization goes back much further, to the founding of its predecessor organizations, the American Institute of Interior Designers (AID) and the National Society of Interior Designers (NSID). The History of ASID: 30 Years of Advancing the Interior Design Profession was published in 2005 to commemorate the achievements of the Society’s first three decades. ASID inspires and enriches our members by promoting the value of interior design, while providing indispensable knowledge and expe- riences that build relationships. The Society’s nearly 13,500 practicing interior designers work in all areas of commercial and residen- tial design. Professional members of ASID must pass rigorous acceptance standards, including a combination of accredited design education and/or full-time work experience and passage of a two-day accreditation exam- ination administered by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ). ASID Industry Partners include more than 2,000 Industry Partner member companies with 6,000 individual representatives, uniting the professional designer with manufacturers of design-related products and services. The Society’s membership also includes near- ly 5,000 students of interior design. ASID has more than 280 student chapters at colleges, universities and design schools with 2-year and 4-year programs throughout the U.S. as well as several “virtual” chapters through online institutions. The society runs a number of awards, events and education workshops as well as offering services by which members of the public can locate local, top quality designers. Current projects the society are working on include the newly launched ASID Academy, an online learning management system that provides continuing education and professional development courses for interior design professionals. ASID Academy includes a curated, peer-re- viewed course catalog with content focusing on the Society’s four key themes that cut across all practice areas of interior design: business of design, leadership, practice of design, and impact of design. Both member and non-member industry professionals are invited to take advantage of the Academy’s online CEU offerings. “Whether you are an emerging designer or seasoned professional, ASID has the resourc- es to help you create your own curriculum and fuel your own success,” said ASID CEO Randy Fiser. “Content providers are world-re- nowned thought leaders who act as catalysts in building the communities of the future. They understand the true impact of design and how the interior design profession has a responsibility to empower those who live, work, and play in created spaces.” Looking to the future, the ASID will host 100 of the nation’s top emerging design profes- sionals at GO PRO in Brooklyn, N.Y., October 15 – 16, 2015. During the two-day annual event, attendees will learn from industry thought leaders and connect with peer design professionals in order to inspire their work and launch their careers. “Since its inception, the purpose of GO PRO has been to mentor emerging interior design- Recognised Leader in Government/ Institutional Architecture - New York, USA The American Society of Interior Designers Company: The American Society of Interior Designers Email:
[email protected] Web Address: https://www.asid.org/ Address: 718 7th St. NW, 4th Floor Washington, DC 20001 Telephone: 202-546-3480 ers and ensure they have the resources and training opportunities they need to succeed,” said Randy Fiser, ASID CEO. “The energy and passion we feel from those who attend GO PRO is palpable – and contagious. This year, we’re changing the way we approach the program’s agenda and we look forward to a dynamic two days.” GO PRO will focus on a central project – the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, and each pro- gram area will feature a different aspect of the design, development, and construction of the arena. The teams involved with the project, including SHoP Architects and its principal, Gregg Pasquarelli, AIA, will play an integral role in discussions. Pasquarelli is a leading voice in the architecture community and has taught at Yale, Columbia, Syracuse, and the University of Virginia. His commitment as an educator demonstrates his dedication to impacting his field and challenging a new generation to understand that technological proficiency and the pursuit of beauty are not mutually exclusive. ASID requires an application to attend GO PRO, and submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Those accepted to the program will be notified by Thursday, September 17, 2015 so that they may purchase tickets and arrange travel plans. Tickets will include meals and up to 0.6 IDCEC-approved con- tinuing education units (pending approval). Tickets for ASID and Interior Designers of Canada (IDC) members are $195; tickets for non-members, $295. Established by the ASID Emerging Profes- sionals Advisory Council in 2011, GO PRO seeks to educate, inspire, and groom interior designers in their first five years of practice and students in their final two years of edu- cation. The annual program focuses on the fundamentals of building a successful interior design career and provides invaluable op- portunities to meet respected design leaders, learn about the newest products and trends, and get a behind the scenes look at some of the most innovative design businesses in the industry.