WHO WE ARE
THE COMMERCIAL INTERIOR DESIGN ASSOCIATION
The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) is a global network for interior design professionals, industry affiliates, educators, students, and leaders. We are focused on advancing the commercial interior design industry, and supporting the health and well-being of everyday lives. With education resources, leadership, and community outreach, IIDA enhances our approach to the execution and philosophy of innovative, meaningful interior design.
IIDA IS 15,000+ MEMBERS STRONG, SERVING 58 COUNTRIES
ADVANCING INTERIOR DESIGN
The South Florida Chapter of IIDA (IIDA SFC) supports the work, vision, and culture of our interior design industry. We elevate creativity and professionalism through member education, and help careers thrive in a supportive, innovative community.
IIDA SFC understands the importance of creating an environment where interior designers of all backgrounds can learn, connect, and succeed. We advocate for advancements in education, design excellence, legislation, leadership, accreditation, and community outreach to increase the value and understanding of interior design as a profession.
With 200+ members spanning Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Naples, and Fort Myers, IIDA SFC is dedicated to building a strong community of design professionals. Our mission is to foster growth and collaboration, and to maintain the integrity of our profession.
This is where passion for Interior Design meets real-world opportunity.
On June 30th, IIDA HQ honored us with a chapter award for the Virtual BRAGG Awards Gala we had last year!
This is what they had to say about us:
“IIDA South Florida didn’t let a global pandemic stand in the way of honoring colleagues and members at their annual BRAGG gala. Utilizing a professional production company, the chapter filmed presentations in showrooms across their chapter, commercials for membership, and a live portion for member participation. The chapter auctioned off free tickets, pulled together swag bags, and provided 25 firms with a catered meal and bottle of wine thanking them for their continued support.
They streamlined the submissions process, and had more engagement than ever from student members—with doubled entries from students, the chapter was able to double the scholarships they awarded. Sponsorships were provided commercial time, product spotlights, and the opportunity to present awards.
By taking their gala virtual, IIDA South Florida embodied their theme, “Design is resilient and bold,” and were able to celebrate design excellence virtually while engaging members and sponsors.”
Big shout out to everyone who made this event possible, and a big THANK YOU to IIDA HQ for the award!
2025-2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Radharani Larios, Architectural Design Collaborative
President
Arelis Ferro
President - Elect
Compass Office Solutions
Midori Shim, Interior Designer at
Gresham Smith
Past- President
Juliana Soto,
Shaw Contract
Director of Administration
Paula Yanez, Interior Designer at Paula Yanez Design
Director of Finance
Rodolfo Hernandez, Senior Assoc. & Director of Interior Design at Bermello Ajamil & Partners
VP Membership
vpmemberrship@iidasfc.org
Kendra Linton, Interior Design Lead at Ware Malcomb
Director of Membership
Eduardo Lam, Business Development Executive
at VISO Lighting
VP of Sponsorship
Laela Farouk, Interior Design Manger at RBI
Director of Sponsorship
Katie Ciani, Autex Acoustics
VP of Philanthropy
Amanda Fusco, Designer at JC White
Director Of Philanthropy
Faviana Salgado, Marketing Specialist at JC White
VP of Events
Jenna Casciotta, District Sales Manager, OFS
Director Of Signature Events
Hannah Mandelbaum,
Project Designer,
ID Collaborative, Inc.
Director Of Purposeful Events
Tania Torrado, Professor at Florida International University
VP of Student Affairs
Chelsea Abella, Interior Designer, Gensler
Director of Student Affairs
Arelis Ferro, Director of Design at Compass
VP of Professional Development
Jennifer Delmas, EOA Group
Director of Professional Development
Jasmine Gilfillian,
Sr. Designer at CI Group
VP of Advocacy
Tatiana de Carvalho, Senior Designer at Arcadis
Director of Advocacy Legislation
Erica Orofino, Sales Territory Manger at Inpro
VP of Communications
Ria Menon, Designer III at Perkins&Will
Director of Communications
Andrew Lane
Co-founder, HOUSE OF DIGBY & Digby
Creative Media Advisor
Alaa Alharbi
VP Technology & Graphics
HOK
Bridget O'Brien
VP Technology & Graphics
HOK
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