Membership
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TIBD is a community centered on connection, collaboration, and genuine support for building designers across Texas. We’re here to lift one another up through shared knowledge, code guidance, mentorship, and ongoing conversations about the work we do and how we do it. We also actively protect the right to practice residential design in Texas through a dedicated lobbyist, especially since there are ongoing efforts by outside groups to limit who can design homes.
Our annual convention brings members together from around the state for CEUs, product knowledge, camaraderie, and our annual awards ceremony that honors winners of the TIBD Design Competition. With regular events like monthly zoom calls to discuss topics of special interest to building designers and regional meetups that include social mixers and showroom and factory tours, we create meaningful opportunities for learning, advocacy, and community.
Membership isn’t about gatekeeping – it’s about joining a group that values integrity, professionalism, and helping every designer succeed.
Categories
Membership Info
Professional
8 CEUs/Year Required
Certified Professional Building Designer
Members must meet requirements and be certified by the National Council of Building Designer Certification, and 50% or more of their working time should be devoted to the profession of building design.
Professional Building Designer
Membership requires at least five years in the professional practice of building design and 50% or more of their working time must be devoted to the profession of building design. Up to two years of related education may be substituted for equal amount of experience.
Retired
Membership is for established members who have retired from the practice of building design. CEUs are not required for retired members.
General
No CEUs Required
Educator Member
Membership is for instructors of subjects pertinent to the profession of building design.
Student Member
Membership consists of students participating in courses of architecture, engineering, architectural drafting or design technology at a university, college, vocational or high school, or an individual participating in on-the-job training.
Associate
Industry Partners Welcome
Practicing Associate Member
Membership consists of an individual who is employed by a Professional member of TIBD.
Business Related Associate
Membership consists of businesses, firms or corporations whose interests are related to the building design profession and supports the goals of TIBD.
What You Get
Membership Benefits
Professional Credibility
Use your TIBD affiliation to enhance your professional credibility! TIBD's Continuing Education Policy distinguishes you as a Building Designer committed to professional development. TIBD provides many resources to help you meet your Continuing Education (CE) requirements. A minimum of 8 CE hours each calendar year are required for all professional members. Local chapters offer frequent seminars on varying topics including building codes, ADA/TAS accessibility, building products and so much more.
State Referral Service
Your name will be referred to potential clients that inquire through our website at www.tibd.org.
Web Linking
Increase traffic to your website with a link from the TIBD site.
Peer Networking
Take advantage of the numerous opportunities to meet and share ideas with your colleagues at state conventions, local and state society meetings, and other TIBD events.
Annual Convention
TIBD's Annual Convention is held in June each year. Through seminars and other educational programs targeting the needs of the design professional, you can gain a competitive edge and learn what it takes to succeed in an increasingly complex and sometimes restrictive business environment. In addition to the educational benefits, the Convention brings you together with the best minds in the business for maximum networking and industry contact.
Design Competition
The Annual Design Competition offers you an opportunity to stand out among your peers and demonstrate your professional expertise. The Awards Ceremony is held in conjunction with the Convention each year. This recognition increases your prominence in the building design profession, leading you to opportunities to be featured in national publications.
National Certification Program
Gain credibility through the TIBD endorsed National Council of Building Designer Certification program and become a Certified Professional Building Designer.