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The British Institute of Interior Design is the pre-eminent professional organisation for interior designers in the UK. Our growing national and international membership represents both the commercial and residential sectors, from heritage to cutting edge. In addition to rigorous entry requirements which assess training, experience and professionalism, we require our members to continue their professional development throughout their career to ensure their continued expertise in design process, practice and regulatory matters. The British Institute of Interior Design is the only professional organisation for interior designers which has been granted the prestigious and rare accolade of Institute status by the Minister of State as the pre-eminent body in its field. www.biid.org.uk

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Crafted provides mentoring and business advice for up to 12 craft entrepreneurs selected by a panel of industry experts. Every individual involved in the programme has a fundamental belief in craftsmanship and an appreciation for objects beautifully made. We find each business the right mentor, offer a series of business workshops, connect them to a group of expert advisors and create dynamic platforms to help them promote and grow their businesses. www.crafteduk.org

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For the past 21 years ELLE Decoration UK has been delivering readers the world’s most desirable homes and inspiring decorating ideas. We edit the worlds of art, architecture and design to create an upmarket interiors magazine. www.elledecoration.co.uk

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Global Color Research™ and Mix Publications is a London based colour consultancy and publisher house. With over 10 years experience, it has achieved an excellent market position proving reliable colour trend information to help clients make secure colour choices. To better serve its clients, Global Color Research created Mix Publications. Mix Trends is a forecasting book. Mix magazine. www.globalcolor.co.uk

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House & Garden is the world’s most authoritative and inspirational decorating magazine. Its smart, sophisticated, directional content juxtaposes crisp modernism with classic style. House & Garden readers are informed and discerning and they see House & Garden as an invaluable sourcebook for the best in interior decoration. www.houseandgarden.co.uk

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The Sleeper brand – comprising a beautifully presented magazine, and their website www.sleepermagazine.com – is targeted at all those involved in hotel design, development and architecture on an international level. It is the only media to reach all the individuals and disciplines throughout the complex supply chain involved in the delivery of new hotel projects worldwide. www.sleepermagazine.com

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The diversity of world-class design talent in - and attracted to - London is one of the key strengths of the city over other global design centres; the London Design Festival brings this talent to the fore every year to connect with others, explore issues, do business, exchange ideas, and have fun. The Festival is both a cultural and a commercial event. The programme ranges from major international exhibitions to trade events, installations to talks and seminars, from product launches to receptions, private views and parties. The majority of events are free of charge - enabling visitors to participate, listen, learn, commission and make purchases. www.londondesignfestival.com

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The Society of British Interior Design (SBID) is the UK's leading accrediting body representing the industry on a global stage and promoting the highest standards in education, development and sustainability in design & construction. SBID is the only British interior design organisation inducted into the European Council of Interior Architects. SBID membership is competitive and provides professional interior designers and manufacturers with a significant business advantage. It endorses professional knowledge and ability and also demonstrates a commitment to deliver the highest possible standards within professional interior design. www.sbid.org

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The World Of Interiors is the most inspiring and uncompromising design magazine you can buy.  It draws together original features from every corner of the decorating and art world and is essential reading for design professionals and enthusiasts. Other editors read it to see what they should be doing. www.worldofinteriors.co.uk

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