Innovate, Celebrate, Inspire: Upcoming APSDA Events at FIND Design Fair Asia 2024

Singapore – The Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA) is set to make a significant impact at FIND Design Fair Asia 2024, taking place from September 26-28, 2024, at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. This year at FIND Design Fair Asia, APSDA will unveil a series of exciting events and exhibitions that spotlight the future of interior design across the Asia Pacific, featuring key highlights such as the Asia Pacific Interior Design Accreditation Program (AP-ID-AP) Singapore Launch, the Preview of APSDA Awards 2025, and the unveiling of the CARA (Critical Adaptive Regionalism for the Asia Pacific) Initiative Exhibition.

AP-ID-AP Singapore Launch and the preview of APSDA Awards 2025

APSDA will be presenting the AP-ID-AP Singapore Launch, as well as the Preview of APSDA Awards 2025, FIND Design Fair Asia this year. The events will be held on September 27, at 3:25PM (GMT+8) at Basement 2, Marina Bay Sands.

The AP-ID-AP is one of the most important initiatives for the Interior Design fraternity in the Asia Pacific region, aimed to elevate interior design professional standards across the region. With applications now open to both Group A (APSDA Member Economies with a Common Assessment Scheme) and Group B (APSDA Member Economies without a Common Assessment Scheme) applicants, the launch will highlight the accreditation process and provide essential information for those looking to participate.

APSDA Awards 2025, one of the premier accolades for interior design in the Asia Pacific region, will be introducing new categories and updated judging criteria alongside the existing categories ‘Project of the Year’ and ‘Personality of the Year’. The 'Project of the Year' sub-category for Residential projects will now be categorized by size. Additionally, the introduction of the 'Best Project of the Countries/Territories' and 'Interior Products of the Year' categories will broaden the scope of recognition for exceptional achievements in the profession.

As part of the preview, the Silver Winner of the APSDA Awards 2023 in the Project of the Year, Retail Category will also take the stage to share their experiences and the journey behind their award-winning project, offering valuable insights into what it takes to stand out in this prestigious regional competition.

CARA (Critical Adaptive Regionalism for the Asia Pacific) Initiative Exhibition

At the heart of APSDA’s presence at FIND Design Fair Asia is the CARA Initiative Exhibition, located at Hall E, Booth No. 1F30. The exhibition will run throughout the event, from September 26-28, 2024, featuring panels showcasing groundbreaking projects and insights from 42 leading Interior Designers across Asia Pacific.

The CARA (Critical Adaptive Regionalism for the Asia Pacific) Initiative is a unique endeavor that integrates regional culture into contemporary design, encouraging an in-depth understanding and integration of Asia Pacific culture into design works. Visitors to the booth will have the chance to explore how designers from each region are embracing cultural nuances and local contexts to create projects that not only address global challenges but also stay true to their regional roots. The CARA exhibition is proudly supported by Marano Furniture, a brand known for creating high-quality retail furniture for renowned international luxury brands. Since its inception in 2019, Marano has collaborated with celebrated designers across Asia, curating innovative thematic designs that evoke inner nobility. Their commitment to craftsmanship and artistic vision enriches the exhibition's exploration of cultural integration in design.

In addition to these key highlights, APSDA will feature a series of informative promotional panels throughout FIND Design Fair Asia 2024, which include:

1. AP-ID-AP:

Dedicated panels highlighting the AP-ID-AP initiative and information on the application process. Interested applicants can also submit their applications directly at our booth.

2. APSDA Awards 2025:

Featuring 7 Gold Winners from the APSDA Awards 2023 ‘Project of the Year’ categories, 4 winners from the ‘Personality of the Year’ categories, and information about APSDA Awards 2025.

3. APSDA History Panels:

A preview of the APSDA History, offering a glimpse into APSDA’s journey and the contributions of its members over the years. This is the first time the project is being presented to the public, with more to be unveiled in the upcoming publication.

These will be exhibited throughout FIND Design Fair Asia 2024. Each panel offers valuable insights into its respective area, fostering a deeper understanding of the organization’s contributions to the interior design community.

Prepare for an exceptional experience at FIND Design Fair Asia 2024, where the AP-ID-AP official launch, the APSDA Awards 2025, and the CARA Initiative Exhibition will showcase innovative advancements in interior design. These events will not only highlight the industry's best talents but also promote cultural integration and elevate professional standards across the Asia-Pacific region. Join us at the FIND Design Fair Asia 2024 in Singapore to witness the unveiling of new benchmarks in design excellence and engage with the vibrant community shaping the future of interior design!

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Discover the opportunities with AP-ID-AP and begin your journey toward accreditation by applying through our website. Click HERE to apply!

For more information on the APSDA Awards 2025, please visit our APSDA Awards webpage HERE.

For media inquiries or further information, please contact:

Wong Min Yuk

Marketing & Design Executive

Asia Pacific Space Designers Association

Email: marketing@apsda.org Website: https://apsda.org/

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About Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA):

The Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association (APSDA) is a gathering of national level design associations from the Asia and Oceania region. The Association inspires to nurture a better understanding of the different Asia Pacific regional cultures and encourage the exchange of Interior Design information and knowledge between its members for the advancement of this field to benefit regional societies at large.

Initially named the “Asia-Pacific Space Designers Alliance”, APSDA has been at the forefront of promoting the interior design profession and improving design standards throughout the region since its inception in 1987. It has existed as an informal gathering from then until 2017, when it was formalised. Our members include Design Institute of Australia (DIA), Interior Designers Association of Bangladesh (IDAB), Hong Kong Interior Design Association (HKIDA), Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID), Himpunan Desainer Interior Indonesia (HDII), Japan Commercial Environmental Design Association (JCD), Japan Interior

Architects/Designers’ Association (JID), Korean Society of Interior Architects Designers (KOSID), Union for International Design of Macao (UIDM), Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID), Interior Designers Association of Nepal (IDEA Nepal), Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID), Society of Interior Designers Singapore (SIDS), Chinese Society of Interior Designers (Taiwan) (CSID), Thailand Interior Designers Association (TIDA), Foshan Environmental Design Association (FEDA),Vietnam Interiors Association (VNIA), and Yunnan Interior Design Industry Association (YNID).