Safeguarding the Public Through Design

For 75 years, Registered Interior Designers (RIDs) have shaped the spaces where British Columbians live, work, heal, and learn. From hospitals and schools to homes and offices, RIDs ensure that every environment is safe, functional, and sustainable.

What sets RIDs apart is their commitment to public protection. Every RID meets rigorous standards in education and development. They are trained to design with human health, safety, and well-being at the forefront; every decision supports accessibility, fire safety, air quality, and more.

This dedication has built a legacy of trust. Clients, communities, and built environment professionals know that when a space is designed by an RID, it is built to protect and empower the people who use it.

How RIDs Safeguard Communities

Today’s RIDs are trained to navigate complex building codes, accessibility standards, and sustainability requirements, ensuring that the spaces we use every day are not only beautiful but also accessible, functional and inclusive.

As the built environment becomes more complex, the expectations placed on interior designers have grown.

As the built environment becomes more complex, the expectations placed on interior designers have grown. RIDs are prepared to meet these expectations through over 9000 hours of combined education and training, prior to receiving the designation. Their work supports everything from fire safety and air quality to mobility and mental health—factors that directly affect how people experience and move through space.

When you see the RID designation, it is a clear signal that the designer you are working with is certified, accountable, and committed to ensuring public safety and trust. It is more than a credential; it is a promise that your space has been designed with care, compliance, and community in mind.