General Member FAQ

What are the qualifications for ASID membership?
For information about the various types of ASID membership and their respective requirements, go to Membership Information.

How do I request that my address not be given to persons outside ASID?
You may manage all of your communication preferences when you login at www.asid.org. Log into your online profile, select "Profile Update," followed by "Maintain Your Communication Preferences." Deselect the appropriate check box to no longer receive the communication.

How do I link to my Web site from the ASID Web site?
The ASID Web site links to members' Web sites from the ASID Referral Service. If you are a Allied or Professional member and would like to enroll in the ASID Referral Service, login to your profile and click on "Designer Referrel Service." It is free and included in your membership!

I've passed the NCIDQ, how do I advance my membership from Allied to Professional?
To take advantage of the Professional dues waiver as an existing Allied member in good standing, you must send your NCIDQ proof of passage within one year of passing. Email membership@asid.org.

It has been over one year since I have passed the NCIDQ exam, should I still send in my certificate number?
Yes, please send us your NCIDQ proof of passage to advance from Allied to Professional status. Unfortunately, you will not be able to take advantage of the dues waiver.

How do I subscribe/unsubscribe to NewsFlash and/or Eye on Design?
Members with a valid e-mail address on file are automatically subscribed to the Society's e-newsletters. To unsubscribe, log in to your online profile, select "Profile Update," followed by "Maintain Your Communication Preferences." Deselect the appropriate check box to no longer receive its corresponding newsletter.

How is ASID related to other interior design organizations?
Check out this helpful one page document: ASID and Other Organizations Serving the Interior Design Community .

Which ASID members classify as Emerging Professionals?

ASID uses the term emerging professional to describe a career stage. It is not a new membership category. In general, the emerging professional target audience includes any members who are in their first five years of practice. Largely, this includes former student members who have advanced to Allied membership, however professional and Industry Partner rep members can also affiliate as emerging professionals. Also, members are invited to self identify (opt in) as an emerging professional. Some members may not consider themselves in this career stage after three years of practice while others remain past the five-year mark.