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A huge congratulations to everyone who made the shortlist for the IDI Graduate Awards 2021!! more

We have an exciting new initiative in the planning stages that will break new ground in providing more visibility of and access to design careers, while deepening understanding of creativity for use in wider industry.
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A huge congratulations to everyone who made the shortlist for the IDI Awards 2021!!
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Read about the progress made by Design Skills Implementation Group, a year on from #TogtherforDesign in the Year in Review 2020-2021 report.
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We're very happy to announce that entries are NOW OPEN for the #IDIAwards2021. more

The Graduate Awards reward outstanding and innovative design by new designers who are still at the early steps of their career. Graduates of colleges with up-to-date IDI membership can enter as many times as they like for FREE! more

Former IDI President and long term board Director Andrew Bradley has been appointed as Chair to the board of the Design and Crafts Council of Ireland, marking a commitment by government to the ongoing development of the design sector.⁠ ⁠ more

The Institute of Designers in Ireland (IDI) / Design Skillnet is looking for an Administrator to ensure the smooth running of the administrative and accounts processes of the IDI and its training arm, the Design Skillnet. more

The talented Singaporean-Irish muralist Holly Pereira has created a colourful mural on Charleville Mall featuring her interpretation of mixed race identity, ahead of DesignOpp featuring at the Irish Roots festival celebrating mixed race heritage. more

IDI has worked with the Design and Crafts Council of Ireland to produce a series of videos to promote design as a viable career path. more