If you are asking how to join the Interior Designers Association of Kenya (IDAK), begin on the official Membership page. It shows the categories currently available and links each one to the account registration process. The live page is the place to confirm current fees and terms before applying.
Step 1: Choose the category that fits
IDAK lists categories for students, graduates, practising professionals, non-citizen members, design firms, and industry participants such as suppliers or manufacturers. Read the descriptions carefully. If your situation could fit more than one category, contact IDAK before selecting a plan.
Step 2: Create your account
Use the Select Plan option beside the category you want. The site takes you to account registration with that category selected. Enter your own current contact details and follow any email verification prompt so you can access the member account.
Step 3: Complete your profile and supporting evidence
After signing in, complete the profile fields requested by the account. These include contact and location information, a biography, a profile photo, and relevant practice details. Some categories require supporting evidence, such as proof of enrolment, qualification, practice, or business registration. The application will indicate what applies to the category you chose.
Before uploading, make sure the document is readable and belongs to the applicant or business. Keep an original copy in case the secretariat asks you to clarify a detail.
Step 4: Follow the account payment instructions
Once your category, profile, and any required evidence are in place, use the payment instructions shown in your account. Keep the transaction confirmation and check the payment status in the member area. Fees can change, so use the amount displayed on the official Membership page or in the current account flow rather than an old article or screenshot.
Step 5: Watch for the review outcome
Payment alone is not the same as membership approval. IDAK may need to review the profile and supporting information. Check your account and email for updates, and contact the membership secretariat if the status remains unclear or a document needs correction.
Common application questions
Can I apply from outside Nairobi? IDAK describes its membership as serving interior designers across Kenya. Follow the same current online process and use accurate location details.
Can I change my category later? The account may restrict category changes after onboarding has progressed. Ask IDAK before submitting if you are uncertain which category fits.
Does a submitted application mean I am already approved? No. Follow the account status and any instructions from the secretariat before describing your membership as active.
When your membership is active, you can complete your directory profile and add project work through the account. Read how to post your portfolio on IDAK and how to prepare a useful designer profile.
