The retail industry's collaborative community for creative professionals since 1961.

Retail Design Institute Chapters hold hundreds of amazing educational and social events throughout the year. Among the Institute’s signature events is the Design Awards & Store of the Year Presentation.

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The Institute hosts the longest-running and most well-respected international design competition for professionals. It also sponsors the oldest student design competition in the industry.

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We are the largest and oldest non-profit organization dedicated to the store planning and design profession with appellations that indicate membership.

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In Memoriam: Biasina “Bess” Liscio, RDI, 1961-2026

The Retail Design Institute is deeply saddened to share the sudden and unexpected passing of Biasina “Bess” Liscio, a longtime member of our community.

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Event Recap: Membership Drive at Tai Ping Showroom

New York

A Letter from the International President

In her final letter as International President, Cynthia Ortiz, RDI, reflects on six years of shared accomplishments, celebrates the Institute’s dedicated leaders and members, and looks ahead to a new chapter of leadership and growth.

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Trade Member, Southwest + Pacific, Since 2014

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