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Knoxville · Chattanooga · Memphis · Nashville ·
Get Excited!
The 2026 Design Awards: September 24th, 2026
We have new, refreshed award categories based on your feedback! Submit your projects, get your tickets, and sponsor the event!
Project Submission Deadline: September 1st, 2026
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Work - New Construction
Work - Renovation (New!)
Healthcare - New Construction
Healthcare - Renovation
Education
Multifamily
Senior Living
High Velocity & Transaction Spaces (New!)
Beauty on a Budget (New !)
Experiential & Luxury Spaces (New!)
Best Sustainability and Adaptive Reuse Story (New!)
Best of- (New!)
Furniture Installation
Flooring Installation
Lighting Installation
Best of City Center (New!)
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What should I wear?
Dress in COLOR! Typically cocktail attire- but dress however you prefer!
Where is the event? What time is it?
Check the ticket link for all location and timing information!
Any other questions?
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Know someone who deserves the spotlight? Of the Year nominations are now open!
Help us recognize the people making an impact across Tennessee’s design community through their creativity, leadership, involvement, and passion for the profession.
We’re accepting nominations for Member of the Year, Industry Member of the Year, and Student of the Year. Anyone in Tennessee’s design community can nominate—you do not need to be an IIDA member to participate.
Winners will be announced at the 2026 IIDA TN Design Awards Gala on September 24!
Nominations close Friday, September 11 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
Together, in Tennessee
IIDA Tennessee is a community of interior designers, industry partners, students, and advocates working together to elevate the power of design. We believe great spaces shape how people live, work, heal, gather, and connect—and that our profession is stronger when more voices have a seat at the table. Through events, education, advocacy, mentorship, and meaningful connection, we’re building a more engaged and inspired design community across Tennessee. Join us as we champion interior design, support one another, and move the profession forward.
Stay In The Know!
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Mark Your Calendars!
Check out upcoming events happening in Tennessee!
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NEW! 2026 Design Awards
Check out the refreshed categories and submit your projects today!
Awards: September 24th, 2026 -
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The TN Advocacy Fund
Learn more about how to support Legislative efforts in Tennessee to protect Interior Design regulation.
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Become an IIDA Member
Learn more about the benefits of IIDA membership locally and nationally.
Thank you to our 2026 Annual Partners
