In this extraordinary year of celebration and reflection for Ireland, we are proud to present DESIGN:RISING, more

Part of the task set as part of #DesignRising, the central theme for IDI in 2016/17, is to develop the organisation to be more active and present outside of Dublin. more

In an extraordinary and historic year for Ireland, we are proud to announce DESIGN:RISING, the 2016 IDI Irish Design Awards, that will officially open for your entries on August 23rd 2016.
In this monumental year we hope to elevate how Irish Design is perceived, engaged with and appreciated across the globe.
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"We [designers] need to stand up and be proud... start to realise what they’re capable of" more

Bread and Butter on Wed 27th April , at the Odeon. Featuring Perch . This is a must for all Furniture Design enthusiasts. more

IDI AGM was held at the Marker Hotel on Saturday 9th of April. George Boyle formally took over as President from Marc O'Riain. Kim Mackenzie-Doyle was elected President Elect and Lorraine Egan was elected Honorary Secretary for 2016/17 more

Interview by Olive Keogh with Marc O'Rian of President of IDI in the Irish Times Innovation Monthly Magazine. more

It feels like the end of another year for us here at the IDI, but we still have another four months before the end of the IDI year. So far 2015 has been pretty eventful. more

Winners announced as new report reveals increased confidence within the sector more

Created by the IDI for Second Level Students and Teachers, the video aims to create an awareness of what Design is, what Designers across different disciplines do, potential career paths, and the important role that Design plays in our society, economy and beyond. more

The Institute of Designers in Ireland is delighted to introduce Designer Discounts, bringing special negotiated offers from third parties for designers and members of the IDI. more

The Institute of Designers in Ireland have launched the Register of Designer in Ireland.
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