In 2020 we aim to create a more inclusive, balanced and successful creative sector with you. more

IDI Membership subscriptions fund the vital activities of the IDI, promoting the value of Irish Design. more

As a commitment under Project Ireland 2040, a National Design Centre will be established as an incubation, training and demonstration capacity in the regions to support market-led innovation in Irish-based enterprises to grow international sales. This is a momentous milestone for design in Ireland. more

On 9th of October last, on the eve of World Mental Health day we were delighted to welcome illustrator and author Michelle Rial as Keynote speaker. Followed by a motivating discussion led by Fashion Designer and TV personality Brendan Courtney with international graphic artist Maser and Cognitive Behavioural expert Walthea Patterson.
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Paul was a member of the IDI since its formation, continually bringing to the Institute his unique vision for the development, promotion, awareness and relentless improvement in standards of Irish design, design promotion and professional development. As an active member, Paul was a wise and generous counsel he was always prepared to share his experience and vision for Irish design with successive Presidents. His thorough re-draft of the IDI constitution in 2003 provided a sound foundation for the future development of the Institute. more

Congratulations to Alex Defratyka, Interior Architecture Graduate from Cork Institute of Technology, the Grand Prix winner at the IDI Graduate Design Awards 2019 for her project Hanover Quay Community Centre. She was a multiple category winner. more

Roisin presents her ambitions for her year as President of the IDI more

The Board of the Institute Designers in Ireland wishes to announce with sadness the recent death of David Morgan R.I.P. more

IDI is delighted to announce leading designer Róisín Lafferty as its new president. more

TU Dublin.(Grangegorman campus)- will host the exhibition and prize giving on the evening of November 14th at Rathdown House. Doors open at 6pm. Reception and prize-giving from 6.30pm. All are welcome to attend. This is not a ticketed event. more

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WhyDesign addresses the gender imbalance in the design industry at a sell-out event in Dublin more