IDSA
Founded in 1965, the nonprofit Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) is one of the oldest and largest industrial design associations, representing thousands of members in dozens of Student Chapters, Professional Chapters and Special Interest Sections in the United States and internationally.
Website idsa.org
Category Industrial Design Organizations
Phone (703) 707-6000
555 Grove Street
Suite 200
Herndon, VA 20170-4728
United States
News About IDSA
Women in Design Deep Dive 2021
IDSA's Women in Design Deep Dive, happening virtually July 28 & 29, is a gathering built to recognize the unique talents, initiatives, and challenges of women in the industrial design industry.
IDSA International Design Conference 2021
IDSA's 2021 International Design Conference will be held September 22-23. The virtual event aims to showcase multi-disciplinary design through multi-sensory experiences.
IDSA Awards 2021
The 2021 IDSA Awards, a collection of awards presented in recognition of significant contribution to the Society or the industrial design profession, excellence in academic advancement, or personal achievement, are now open for proposals.
Sustainability Deep Dive 2020
IDSA's Sustainability Deep Dive 2020 is a three-day virtual event that will feature a comprehensive mix of expert presentations and skill-building sessions meant to produce a wellspring of innovative ideas and possibilities that are desperately needed to bring about change.
IDSA International Design Conference 2018
The Industrial Designers Society of America's 2018 International Design Conference will take place September 19–22 in New Orleans, LA. The conference aims to celebrate the diversity, overlap and undeniable power of design.
IDSA MI Industry Leaders Consortium 2018
The IDSA Michigan Chapter is hosting an Industry Leaders Consortium in Detroit to bring design-industry leaders together to discuss the the future of Industrial design and innovation in industry. The evening will consist of a series of speakers, a panel discussion, and breakout sessions.
2016 IDSA International Conference: Making Things Happen
The 2016 IDSA International Conference will be held August 17-20 at Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center.
IDSA 2014 International Conference: The Exchange
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) has announced its 2014 International Conference, The Exchange, taking place August 13-16, 2014 in Austin, Texas.
IDSA District Design Conferences 2014
In 2014, the Industrial Designers Society of America will host five District Design Conferences across the U.S. between April 5 and May 15. The conferences will explore the changing and challenging landscape of design from five different angles.
Winners of 2013 International Design Excellence Awards
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) has today revealed the winners of its 2013 International Design Excellence Awards.
IDSA 2013 International Conference: Breaking the Rules
When someone creates revolutionary ideas and game-changing innovations, predefined assumptions are torn down.
Charles Austen Angell Assumes Chairman Position for IDSA
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) has elected Charles Austen Angell as its new board chairman.
IDSA District Design Conferences 2013
This year, the Industrial Designers Society of America will host five District Design Conferences across the U.S. between April 5 and April 19.
IDSA Names Daniel Martinage as Executive Director
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) has named Daniel Martinage, CAE, as its new executive director, effective January 4.
IDSA Catalyst Design Case Study Program 2013
The Industrial Designers Society of America's (IDSA) Catalyst Case Study Program is seeking submissions for design success stories that have made an impact on industry, the environment and society.
IDSA 2012 International Conference: The Future Is...
IDSA 2012 International Conference will explore our next steps as designers and business leaders from the perspective of people, technology and business.
IDSA 2012 Design Dialogue Conferences: Evolving Design Practices
This spring IDSA will explore "Evolving Design Practices" from five different angles at the "5 Design Dialogues Conferences" held in five different cities between March 30 and May 5.
IDSA Catalyst Design Case Study Program Reveals 2011 Winners
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) recognized Bombardier Recreational Products, The Coca Cola Co., Starkey and Oral-B as its 2011 Catalyst Design Case Study winners.
Don Lehman: Design a Career
As a part of the Summer Springboard, a webinar series for young professionals about the trials and tribulations of early professional practice, Don Lehman will speak about his experiences since graduation, how those experiences helped him to understand and focus on what were his design strengths are…
IDSA 2011 International Conference: Community - You, Me, We
Why is community important in design? It's because today users play a bigger role in design by helping to define the process of creating products and services.
IDSA Patrons of Industrial Design Excellence Program
In the past the Patrons Program has supported IDSA's communications program, helping to improve the quality of its media, publications and student outreach.
Summer Springboard: IDSA Online Webinar Series
IDSA is launching a webinar series for young professionals about the trials and tribulations of early professional practice.
International Design Excellence Awards Winners to be Announced on June 30
For 31 years, the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) has recognized design excellence in products, sustainability, interaction design, packaging, strategy, research and concepts and solidified its position as the preeminent international design competition.
IDSANYC, IDEO and Objeto Brasil to Host Events at ICFF
The Industrial Designers Society of America's New York City Chapter (IDSANYC) and IDSA's Furniture Section will exhibit for the sixth year at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF).
The Business of Design: 2011 IDSA Southern Conference
The theme of the 2011 IDSA Southern Conference is the Business of Design - Starting, Sustaining, Evolving.
2011 IDSA Northeast Conference
Why do we need new designs? Is it simply to create another version of last year's gizmo? Ideally, the goal is to improve the world we live in.
IDSA's 2011 International Conference and Education Symposium
The Industrial Designer Society of America's (IDSA) National Education Council, along with the National Conference Committee, invited submissions for papers, presentations, panel discussions, charrette workshops and poster proposals for the 2011 IDSA International Conference hosted this year in New Orleans…
IDSA Reveals its 2011 International Design Excellence Awards Jury
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) has assembled this year's International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) jury to choose the IDEA 2011 honorees.
2011 International Design Excellence Awards Opens for Entries
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) is accepting entries to its 2011 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) program from designers, students and companies worldwide.
2011 International Design Excellence Awards
Beginning December 1, the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) is accepting entries to its 2011 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) program from designers, students and companies worldwide.
2010 Catalyst Case Studies Winners
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) recognized Toyota, Siemens, Kohler and Medtronic MiniMed as the 2010 Catalyst case study selections.
Catalyst Seeks Great Design Stories
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) Catalyst program is accepting applications starting today through Tuesday, November 30 for design success stories that have made an impact on industry, the environment and society.
IDSA Design of the Decade 2010
The Design of the Decade 2010 competition celebrates the importance of industrial design's contribution to society and business success.
Nike Executive John Hoke to be Among a Premier Lineup at IDSA's DIY Design Conference
Nike executive John Hoke will be just one of the keynote speakers at the Industrial Designers Society of America's (IDSA) international conference, DIY Design: Threat or Opportunity to be held August 4 - 7 at the Hilton Portland and Executive Tower.
DIY: Threat or Opportunity
With the advance of technology and globalization, anyone can design, customize and build almost anything.
The Henry Ford Partners with IDSA
Home to one of the greatest industrial design collections in the world, The Henry Ford announced a partnership with the Industrial Designers Society of America.
Clive Roux Chosen as New IDSA Executive Director
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) announced that Clive Roux, IDSA, Chief Marketing Officer for Baumgartens and former design leader with internationally renowned Philips Design, will become IDSA's new executive director.
Brian Vogel Hired as IDSA Interim Executive Director
The Industrial Designers Society of America announced the hiring of Brian Vogel, IDSA as interim executive director.
IDSA Executive Director Frank Tyneski Resigns
As of April 23, Frank Tyneski will be stepping down as executive director of IDSA.
Polar Opposites: Mediating the Space Between Positions in Design
The Industrial Designers Society of America's (IDSA) 2008 National Conference "Polar Opposites: Mediating the Space Between Positions in Design" will be held September 10 - 13 at the Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix.
American Innovation on Display at ICFF
The New York City chapter of the Industrial Designers Society of American is organizing its third annual exhibit of industrial design work at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, May 17-20, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
IDSA / ICSID Connecting Congress 2007: Day 4
The last day of the conference was themed "Beauty + Bounty".
IDSA / ICSID Connecting Congress 2007: Day 3
The second day of the plenary sessions, themed "Connecting Virtual + Visceral" aimed at penetrating into the complex realm, which is between human intuitions and different digital technologies.
IDSA / ICSID Connecting Congress 2007: Day 2
The day kick-started with a video-collage by Rick English, which is a brief collection of highlights and events from the day before.
IDSA / ICSID Connecting Congress 2007: Day 1
Connecting '07 welcomed participants from 35 countries for this years' most fascinating four day event in San Francisco.
Frank Tyneski: Design Superstar to Lead IDSA
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) announced that Frank Tyneski, IDSA, senior director of industrial design and human factors at Kyocera, will become IDSA's new executive director on Oct. 12 - three days before the start of the CONNECTING'07 World Design Congress.
Catalyst Winners Impact Business Performance and Daily Life
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) and BusinessWeek announced today that Bank of America's "Keep the Change" and Pangea Organics took top honors in the 2007 Design and Business Catalyst Award competition, with the Eclipse 500 Very Light Jet, the Master Lock Titanium Series Padlock and…
IDSA 2006 National Conference Day 4
The fourth and final day of IDSA got underway with a Live General Session: "The Design Element" hosted by Uday Dandavate of Sonic Rim.
IDSA 2006 National Conference Day 3
The third day of the conference and symposium started off with a bang, students and graduates gathered for the Portfolio/Interviewi ng Seminar with Rita Sue Siegel and Bruce Claxton.
IDSA 2006 National Conference Day 2
On Day 2, this year's IDSA National Conference and Educational Symposium got into full swing.
Mentions of IDSA
Redesigned Litter Baskets Set for Trial on NYC Streets
The NYC Department of Sanitation, Van Alen Institute, IDSA and AIA NY have unveiled prototyped litter baskets produced as part of the BetterBin Competition.
Model Solution Enables Development of Canine Prosthetics
Model Solution is supporting the design and development of the Echo prosthetic leg, created specifically for canines.
fuseproject Redesigns IDEA Awards
fuseproject has unveiled its rebrand of the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) logo and redesign of its trophy, for use at the 2018 Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) conference.
A European Perspective on the Current State and Future of Design
The Industrial Designers Society of America commissioned Mormedi to produce a video about the main challenges the design industry is facing in Europe.
IDSA Unveils 2013 International Design Excellence Awards Jury
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) has assembled this year's International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) jury to choose the IDEA 2013 honorees.
GE Healthcare Wins Three IDEA Awards for Medical and Scientific Products
GE Healthcare has received three International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) from the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), one for its latest Interventional X-ray system, the Discovery IGS 730, and two concepts related to Mammography & MR.
Best in Show of the 2012 International Design Excellence Awards
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) unveiled the Best in Show for the 2012 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) at its annual international conference in Boston.
Carbon Again Ranks as Top 10 Design Firm
With two Carbon Design Group collaborations selected as winners in the 2012 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) competition, the world-recognized product design and development consultancy has been ranked as a top 10 design firm by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA). The 2012…
Winners of the 2012 International Design Excellence Awards
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) unveiled the winners of the 2012 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) program. Out of 660 finalists, 35 were honored with the Gold Award, while 71 received the Silver Award and 123 merited the Bronze Award.
BDI Calls for Designers to Share New Common Interest Platform
British Design Innovation (BDI) has appealed for designers to band together to share a new 'common interest' platform.
Designed in USA
The Designed in USA brand certification mark is a new identifier and brand enhancer for goods, services and environments designed in the United States.
IDSA Reveals Its 2012 International Design Excellence Awards Jury Led by Nokia's Rhys Newman
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) has assembled this year's International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) jury to choose the IDEA 2012 honorees.
International Design Excellence Awards 2012
On December 1, The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) will open its International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2012 program to designers, students and companies worldwide.
Best in Shows for the 2011 International Design Excellence Awards
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) unveiled the Best in Shows for the 2011 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) at its annual international conference in New Orleans.
solidThinking Offers Designers a Sneak Peek of Its Upcoming Release
solidThinking will offer designers a sneak preview of the new tools that will be available in solidThinking Version 9 when the company demonstrates its software at the 2011 Industrial Designers Society of America International Conference.
Continuum Honored with Seven International Design Excellence Awards
Continuum has received seven International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) from the Industrial Design Society of America (IDSA).
GE Healthcare Wins Design Excellence Awards for Magnetic Resonance Imaging
GE Healthcare received several Silver Awards from the 2011 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA).
Winners of the 2011 International Design Excellence Awards
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) unveiled the winners of the 2011 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) program.
AIGA Chicago to Host 2nd Annual Design Week
The most unique design event of its kind will take place from Monday June 6 to Friday June 10 when the Chicago chapter of the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) hosts its 2nd Annual Chicago Design Week.
Frank Tyneski Joins Advisory Board of DD Studio
DD Studio announced today that Frank Tyneski has joined the industrial design company's advisory board.
Living Principles for Design: Creative Action for the Collective Good
The design community is invited to co-create for the collective good with the debut of The Living Principles for Design website, the online home for the sustainability framework created in October 2009.
Frog Design Supports San Francisco Design Week
Frog Design today announced that it will support San Francisco Design Week.
Carbon Hires Global Design Executive Tom White
Leading full-service consultancy Carbon Design Group announced the appointment of Tom White as Vice President.
Sustainable Minds and IDSA Partner to Advance Greener Product Design Knowledge and Practice
Sustainable Minds, a greener product design software and information company, today announced a partnership with the Industrial Design Society of America (IDSA) to advance the adoption and integration of ecodesign and sustainability practices in product design.
International Design Excellence Awards 2010
One of the world's most prestigious industrial design competitions is open for submissions.
2009 Catalyst Case Study Selections Announced
The Industrial Designers Society of America and strategy, innovation, and design consultancy RKS announced the 2009 Catalyst case study selections - showcasing design's power to effect positive change.
Ravi Sawhney Inducted Into the IDSA Academy of Fellows
RKS announced that Ravi Sawhney, RKS founder and CEO, was inducted in the Industrial Designer's Society of America's Academy of Fellows at the opening ceremony of IDSA's Project Infusion in Miami.
NCR Self-Checkout Earns IDEA Design Award
The newest version of NCR SelfServ Checkout, the market-leading self-checkout solution from NCR Corporation, is among the 2009 winners of the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) competition.
Roadster Fascination: BMW Z4 Wins Renowned IDEA Design Award
The new BMW Z4 draws attention to itself not just on the road but also among internationally renowned design experts.
NewDealDesign Recognized with Four International Design Excellence Awards
NewDealDesign, the San Francisco creative agency providing strategic industrial design, interaction design and brand identity services to leading companies, today announced it received four 2009 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA).
The Next Generation Perkins/APH Brailler Wins Acclaim
Product Development Technologies (PDT), Perkins Products and the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) have been honored in the 2009 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) sponsored by BusinessWeek, the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), Target and Autodesk for the Next Generation…
Shimano's Coasting Project Wins Gold IDEA Award for Design Excellence
Shimano's Coasting project, a design collaboration between the bicycle components leader, global innovation and design firm IDEO, and Coasting OEM partners, Giant, Raleigh and Trek, received the Gold IDEA Award in the International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) competition presented by the Industrial…
Belkin RockStar and TuneStudio Receive International Design Excellence Awards
Belkin has been recognized for its innovative and exciting product designs with two IDEA awards, by cosponsors Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) and BusinessWeek.
Dyson Eye for Why
James Dyson's success is built on his obsession for engineering objects that work better.
Design Concepts Welcomes Rainer Schnabel: Director of New Product Development
Design Concepts, a nationally recognized product design firm located in Madison, WI, welcomes Rainer Schnabel to the position of director of new product development.
IDEA 2007 Winners Selected
Some of the world's hottest designs, innovative problem-solvers and coolest concepts are among the winners of the 2007 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEASM).