Welcome to iida flc, students!
membership
Why Join IIDA Florida Central Chapter as a student?
IIDA Student Membership provides students enrolled in an interior design program the resources they need for educational and professional development, that are not available on campus. These benefits are exclusive to IIDA Student Members and give aspiring designers unique opportunities to build professional connections that extend well after graduation. Your application must include one of the following:
Copy of current class schedule*
Photocopy of current school ID
Copy of transcript
Professor’s printed name and signature with confirmation of enrollment
*This must be generated by your school and include your name. Applications received without proof of enrollment cannot be processed.
Click here for more information, or to JOIN!
getting involved!
Participant in local and national events - connect with industry professionals, share your resume and portfolio, and volunteer for worthy causes.
Click here to see local and international upcoming events and be sure to check back often - events added regularly!
Greenbuild – Boston
November 8th-10th, 2017
Booking Link: http://usgbcma.org/road-greenbuild-2017-boston-wants-more-green-buildings
NeoCon East – Philadelphia
November, 15th-16th, 2017
Booking Link: http://www.neoconeast.com/
Healthcare Design Expo and Conference - Orlando
November 11th-14th, 2017
Booking Link: https://www.hcdexpo.com/
Interior Design Hall of Fame – New York City
Thursday, Nov. 30th, 2017
Location: Jacob Javits Center
Environments for Aging - Georgia
April 21-24, 2018
Booking Link: https://www.environmentsforaging.com/
SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS!
Many scholarships are available to students from income-based, to special needs, to special fields of study. Check this link often for available scholarships and more information.
https://www.stepupforstudents.org/
DECA STATE/NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
DECA high school senior students who are members of DECA can compete in DECA State and/or DECA
International competitions. Check back for 2018 info!
DALTILE SCHOLARSHIP
Since 2011, Daltile has committed to supporting and encouraging students in the field of interior design,
awarding $132,500 in scholarships. Check back for 2018 info!
Herman Miller Healthcare Scholarship
Herman Miller Healthcare will sponsor up to eight emerging professionals seeking licensure to attend
the 2017 HealthcareDesign Expo and Conference, the fall conference of the Center for Health
Design/AIA Academy of Architecture for Health. Reopens summer of 2018. Check back for info!
IFDA SCHOLARSHIPS
IFDA Leaders Commemorative Scholarship — $1,500
Open To Currently Enrolled, Full-Time Undergraduate Students, Extra Credit For Volunteer
Work/Leadership Part-Time Student Scholarship — $1,500
Open To Currently Enrolled, Part-Time Undergraduate Students
IFDA Student Member Scholarship — $2,000
Open To Currently Enrolled, Full-Time Undergraduate, IFDA Student Members
Vercille Voss IFDA Graduate Student Scholarship — $2,000
Open To Currently Enrolled, Full- or Part-Time Graduate Students
Ruth Clark Furniture Design Scholarship — $3,000
Open To Currently Enrolled, Full- or Part-Time Undergraduate or Graduate Students
Tricia LeVangie Green/Sustainable Design Scholarship — $1,500
Open To Currently Enrolled, Full- or Part-Time Undergraduate Students
Window Fashion Certified Professionals Fast Track Scholarship -One Full Registration ($1,000)
Open to Currently Enrolled, Two or Three Year Interior Design or Related Program Students.
Applications accepted each year from March 1, and postmarked no later than March 31. Winners will be notified by July 1st unless otherwise stated. Click here to apply!
ASID SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
ASID offers a number of scholarship and grant opportunities. Check here for info!
FREE PUBLICATIONS!
Healthcare Design Magazine
http://www.healthcaredesignmagazine.com/trends/
Hospitality Design Magazine
https://www.hospitalitydesign.com/
Interior + Sources
http://www.interiorsandsources.com/magazine/issues
DESIGN CONTESTS!
IID FLC STUDENT DESIGN CHARETTE
When: Saturday, February 10, 2018
Location: TBD
Time: 830-530; 830-300pm Design Production; 300-500pm Presentation, Judging and Awards
Program: Groups of 5 design students are assigned a project that includes programming,
schematic design, construction documents, and presentation. All projects are done by hand.
There will be three winning groups. First prize to be $500, second prize $375, and third prize
$250. All winners receive a certificate.
Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be served. Students should bring studio supplies such as trace,
markers and pens for rendering, hand-drafting supplies, presentation boards materials and
supplies. *Prizes to be split amongst team members for team submissions that win.
IIDA STUDENT CHARETTE – CHICAGO
School-nominated IIDA Student Members from around the country will compete in this live,
onsite annual design competition during NeoCon. Students have less than six hours to
determine a design solution, develop a presentation, and pitch their concept to a panel of
esteemed judges. NeoCon attendees are encouraged to observe the students during the
creative and presentation process. 2018 INFORMATION COMING. Check this page for updates.
Annual Sherwin-Williams Student Design Challenge
Sherwin-Williams invites student designers to participate in its seventh annual STIR® Student Design
Challenge for a chance at national recognition and cash prizes up to $2,500. Registration opens February 1, 2108. http://www.swstudentdesign.com/
IIDA Student Design Competition
The Student Design Competition celebrates original design and rewards individuals and/or teams whose
projects demonstrate innovative, functional design solutions that have a positive environmental and
human impact, while allowing emerging professionals the opportunity to showcase their work and fresh
design ideas to professionals working in the field.
Competition Opens - Monday, Nov. 6, 2017
Deadline to Enter – Monday, Feb. 5, 2018, 11:59 p.m. Central
Prizes from OFS Brands:
1st Place – $2,500
2nd Place – $1,500
3rd Place – $750
http://www.iida.org/content.cfm/student-design-competition
NKBA STUDENT DESIGN COMPETITION
Every year, there is an NKBA Student Design Competition in which we define a remodeling challenge.
Click here to download the entry brochure which includes an entry form, contest details and
requirements, prizes and recognition, and an entry checklist to ensure your entry is valid and complete.
Questions? Email: SDC@nkba.org or contact your program coordinator.
http://www.nkba.org/Students/Scholarships/Overview/student-design-competition