The Spark
The Spark
IDAK was not born from convenience. It was born from research, professional concern and a bold question asked by one designer who refused to accept that interior designers were invisible on Kenya's construction sites.
Our Journey
Road to Recognition
Dr. Karani begins MA in Design
Research title: "Promoting Teamwork in Project Development in Kenya". Focus: collaboration and professional participation in the construction sector.
The gap is identified
On project signage boards across Kenya, architects, engineers and quantity surveyors are listed. Interior designers are nowhere to be seen. Dr. Karani raises the question: why are interior designers excluded from the construction team?
IDAK is established
Dr. George Washington Karani gathers fellow designers and founds the Interior Designers Association of Kenya. He becomes Founder and Founding President. The mission: recognition, regulation, unity and professional advancement.
First advocacy push
IDAK begins its campaign for interior designers to be recognized as essential members of the construction industry and listed on construction signage boards alongside other professionals.
New leadership installed
President, Secretariat and CEO take office. The digital member directory is launched. IDAK's public presence expands.
The profession advances
IDAK continues to push for formal regulation, public awareness, professional standards and the elevation of interior design as an indispensable discipline in Kenya's built environment.