Dora Anderson is a Partner with MQN Architecture & Interior Design, an Okanagan based firm. She has over 20 years of experience as an accredited Interior Design professional and is a Registered Interior Designer with IDIBC. Dora’s Interior Design skills are complimented by her business education and her even-keel management skills. Over the years, she has acquired experience in various facets of sustainable commercial and residential design projects across Canada and abroad. Dora is an accomplished RID and businesswomen having been celebrated  for her  talents with various awards from; Top 20 under 40, SICA, OHAE, Georgie, and Tommie Award accolades on numerous projects. Dora is a LEED accredited professional and currently studying Passive House which fuels her to bring an environmentally sustainable focus to all projects.

Dora is a steward in the community and compassionately shares her time and talents to numerous non-profit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and is the founder of NPO, Roots to Rooftops – Sustainable Community Projects. She is an educator and a true mentor to women in the trades, design & business.

Tony is currently an Associate and a senior Interior Designer at Gensler and has been an RID under IDIBC since 2020. He brings over two decades of rich international experience in interior design, specializing in workplace, higher education and science sectors. He is a designer who thrives on interdisciplinary, cross-culture and cross-region collaboration. Tony values cultural diversity and is passionate about advocating for interior design as a profession, while dedicating time to mentor future talents. As an avid international explorer, Tony aims to bring new ideas and a unique perspective to the Board of Directors. With keen attention to detail, forthright personality and effusive enthusiasm to strive for design excellence, we are excited to have Tony as a Director on the Board to build our connection with local education institutions and ensure qualified interior designers have the ability to practice to their fullest extent in BC.

Margo brings over 30 years of experience in design, architecture, and real estate to her role as Director on the IDIBC Board. Currently a Senior Associate at Zeidler Architecture, she is a seasoned professional with a deep commitment to the advancement of the interior design profession.

Her extensive volunteer work includes serving on the Board of Directors for CREW Vancouver, where she led sponsorship initiatives from November 2021 to November 2024. She also contributes to the development of future designers as a Curriculum Advisor for Interior Design education programs in Vancouver. Formerly serving as a VP on the IDIBC Board of Directors, she continues to champion the profession through mentorship, advocacy, and leadership.

Margo holds multiple professional designations, including RID IDIBC, IDC, IIDA, and CHID. Her strengths lie in fostering membership growth, promoting design excellence, and building strong connections across the profession, industry partners, and the wider community. Margo’s passion and experience are valuable assets to help push IDIBC’s mission forward.

Joanne recently became principal of Vancouver interior design firm RED Design.  She was a founding member of Red Design alongside with owner Barry Gilson when it originated in 1997.   Prior to graduating from Kwantlen University College, Joanne had a career in Medical Administration at the U. of A.   Since Joanne joined IDIBC in 1994 and became a Registered member in 2000, she has selflessly given so much back to the association and BC’s interior design profession. After joining the IDIBC Legal Committee in 2003, she then served as the VP Legal on the Board of Directors for the next 12 years, providing valuable guidance and continuity to a dozen IDIBC Boards. After leaving the Board in 2016, Joanne continued to volunteer by chairing committees focused on advancing the professional competencies of interior designers. Joanne currently serves on the Government Relations and Regulation Committee and is welcomed back to the Board in 2022 to help advance the Institute’s bylaws, standards, principles, values and procedures which support its regulatory authority.

Allisa is an RID IDIBC and currently an Associate at Insight Design Group with nearly 30 years of experience in the interior design industry. She brings a deep wealth of professional expertise and a strong commitment to mentorship and team development. A graduate of the University of Manitoba’s Bachelor of Interior Design program, she began her career in the UK before returning to British Columbia, where she’s held a longstanding role contributing to the growth of Insight Design Group. She has volunteered for several years as a coordinator with Hollyburn Ski Club and with the Thunderbird Track and Field Club.

Allisa is passionate about supporting emerging designers and fostering inclusive, collaborative environments, she looks forward to contributing this perspective to the Board and advancing the interior design profession. We are thrilled to have Alissa sitting on the IDIBC Board of Directors.

Carly has spent over 10 years working in Victoria, utilizing her commercial background to deliver thoughtful residential projects that feel effortless in their beauty. She has been an RID since 2018 and an active member of the Vancouver Island Society of Interior Designers (VISID). Carly’s nomination will aim to further connect IDIBC with Island events and lend her experiences and perspective to strengthen Continuing Education opportunities for Registered Interior Designers in BC.

Laura has over 30 years of Canadian and international design experience.  She started her career in Southeast Asia working on hotel and office projects with a focus on designing custom furniture, lighting and carpets for five-star resort hotels.  Based in Malaysia, she did many projects in India and Indonesia and had the opportunity to travel extensively.

After a few years in Malaysia, Laura settled in Vancouver and has primarily focused on workplace, hospitality and multi-family design ever since.  Her diversity of project experience inspires creative problem solving and leads to cross-over solutions to suit each client.  She currently works at SSDG Interiors.

Laura is excited to rejoin the IDIBC Board after a previous stint as VP Membership and member of the website design committee.  Laura has an interest in Accessible Design and Sustainability and whenever possible will continue to advocate for inclusivity and sustainability within the industry.