8.22.08 | Washington, DC | ASID Foundation trustees granted funds to support the Council for Interior Design Accreditation project to study the accreditation process and develop support services for programs seeking accreditation. The goal of the project is to introduce improvements to accreditation services that will enhance the value of engaging in the process and support a seamless transition to new accreditation standards in fall 2009.  

8.21.08 | Los Angeles, CA | The American Society of Interior Designers - Los Angeles Chapter will host “The Coming Out Party” on October 2,2008 from 7-9:00 pm at the Knoll Showroom, 10351 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 310, Santa Monica, CA. The  event will serve as a forum for industry leaders and vendors to meet and interact with Southern California's newest emerging commercial designers, and also to honor commercial interior designers who have made a significant contribution to the industry. 

8.15.08 | Washington, DC | AIA will travel to China in October 2008 to explore traditional and modern architecture in the Middle Kingdom. Eight AIA chapters will venture into culture and culinary experiences beginning in Beijing with the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of heaven, Birds Nest Olympic Stadium and Water Cube Swimming Center.