Asia Pacific Interior Designers’ Accreditation Program (AP-ID-AP) Elevates Standards in Interior Design Qualification Across the Region

The Asia Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA) is proud to announce its start of its preparation of the Asia Pacific Interior Designers’ Accreditation Program, marking a significant milestone in the field of interior design education within the Asia Pacific region.
The official announcement was made with a launch ceremony graced by Singapore’s Minister of State for Trade & Industry, Ms Low Yen Ling, during the FIND Design Asia Fair 2023 exhibition held at the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore in the presence of the Board Members of APSDA.
Singapore’s Minister of State for Trade & Industry, Ms Low Yen Ling, stated, “The AP-ID-AP is the first regional accreditation scheme for interior design practitioners in the Asia Pacific region. Together with the Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) on Interior Design Services, this will facilitate greater mobility of interior design professionals within the Asia Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA) and enhance exchange in the area of best practices, standards of interior design education, professional practices and qualifications.”
AP-ID-AP is set to transform the landscape of interior design education by upholding rigorous standards and ensuring quality education for aspiring interior designers with mutual recognition across borders.
AP-ID-AP is a collaborative initiative undertaken by leading interior design associations who are members in APSDA who already have existing accreditation programme in place. With a shared commitment to advancing excellence in interior design education, AP-ID-AP aims to create a comprehensive and standardized framework for accreditation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of interior design programs.
Key objectives of the Asia Pacific Interior Designers’ Accreditation Program include:
1. Enhancing Educational Quality: AP-ID-AP will work closely with interior design associations to evaluate and enhance the quality of interior design education. This will involve rigorous assessments of curriculum, faculty qualifications, student outcomes, and facilities.
2. Ensuring Global Competitiveness: Accreditation by AP-ID-AP will provide interior design programs with international recognition and validation, positioning graduates to compete effectively in the global marketplace.
3. Fostering Collaboration: AP-ID-AP will serve as a platform for collaboration between educational institutions, industry professionals, and accreditation bodies, fostering a dynamic and innovative learning environment.
4. Continuous Improvement: Accredited programs will be required to commit to continuous improvement, ensuring that students receive the most up-to-date education in the field of interior design.
The AP-ID-AP accreditation process will be thorough and impartial, involving a comprehensive evaluation by a team of experts in the field. Institutions that meet AP-ID-AP’s stringent standards will be granted accreditation, which will serve as a mark of excellence and quality in interior design education.
Prof. Keat Ong, President of APSDA, stated, “We are excited to initiate the preparation of the Asia Pacific Interior Designers’ Accreditation Program, as it represents a significant step towards ensuring the highest standards in interior design education across the region. We believe that this initiative will not only benefit the Interior Designers but will also contribute to the growth and development of the interior design industry in the Asia Pacific.”

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Awarding Asia-Pacific’s Industry Drivers in Interior Design

Asia Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA) to honour those most deserving for their creative ingenuity and hard work.

The Asia Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA) is pleased to announce the APSDA Awards 2023 as a biennial design award to honour elite personalities and celebrate the finest projects of the Interior Design profession in Asia and the Asia Pacific regions. It is a milestone achievement for any Interior Architects / Designers to be recognized and their projects to be showcased internationally.
The goals of the awards consist of three main objectives:
  • Recognizing and honouring the most distinguished interior architects / designers in Asia Pacific on a biennial basis;
  • Showcasing the best of Asia Pacific’s Designed Spaces;
  • Promoting professional standards among the interior design practices.
Commencing at the beginning of February 2023, the APSDA Awards 2023 spotlight the leading lights of the interior design industry, honouring those whose boundless creativity, unwavering commitment, and extensive experience have driven unparalleled success in today’s challenging creative climate.
 
The Award is divided into 2 categories, consisting of the “Project of the Year” and the “Personalities of the Year” .
 
Project of the Year: This category seeks exceptional works that stand as testaments to originality, functionality, spatial planning, and aesthetics. APSDA Awards 2023 celebrates projects that push the boundaries of imagination, while seamlessly integrating practicality and innovation. These exceptional creations captivate the senses, making a lasting impact on those who experience them.
 
Personality of the Year: Celebrating inspirational leadership, industry recognition, and influence, APSDA Awards 2023 recognizes visionaries who have left an indelible mark on the design community. Their outstanding contributions have garnered widespread acclaim and propelled positive changes within the industry. Additionally, acknowledging their commitment to maintaining the highest quality of content, inspiring others to reach new heights of creativity and professionalism.
 
Both main categories have sub-categories to further cover various talent sections within the specific category.

‘Project of the Year 2023’ Category (eight sub-categories)

  • Residential
  • Hospitality
  • Food & Beverage
  • Workspace
  • Entertainment & Leisure
  • Hospitality
  • Exhibition
  • Public

‘Personality of the Year 2023’ Category (four sub-categories)

  • Designer
  • Young Designer
  • Design Educator
  • Design Journalist
The awards are given solely on merit and are awarded to commend those most deserving for their ingenuity and hard work, distinguishing them from their competitors and proving them worthy of recognition. The judging team will consist of distinguished design practitioners and educators from Asia and beyond. The winners will be awarded at APSDA Awards 2023 Gala Dinner ceremony which is scheduled to be held on the 28th of October 2023 at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
To learn more about APSDA as well as the awards, please visit the Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association website: http://apsda.org/.