There is something that has been bugging me for a while and highly take offense to. I would like to set everyone straight and just pour it out there. Okay. Here it goes... There IS a difference between Interior Decorator and Interior Designers people!! A gentlemen asked me recently what I went to school for, I said I majored in Interior Design. His response was "You mean to tell me you went to school just to learn how to hang up pictures on walls!?!" Needless to say, I had daggers coming out of my eyes at him. I was so offended! So I'm here to set everyone straight and to let you know what are the differences. We do have similarities but one is more involved then the other.
Interior Designers:
1 - 2-4 yr degree (4 yr degree seems to be preferred by most employers). Expect many long nights, days, and hours. Oh yeah and tears, sweat, blood. Basically a lot of hard work, but so worth it in the end.
2. Designers are responsible for the public health, safety, and well being in any project. I'm talking hospitals, government buildings, restaurants, etc...
3. We know ADA.
4. We also know building codes. Also, we have to make sure our finishes and materials are not only coordinated, but meet those code requirements. Very tedious.
5. We. Spec. Everything.
6. Designers design interiors in a very artful, at times, unique ways. Like this:
Or this...
7. We know computer programs. CAD, Revit, Photoshop, InDesign, Illistrator, Sketchup,.. we pretty much know it and then some.
8. We work with a BIG team. The client, architects, engineers, contractors, product reps...
9. We have to be comfortable meeting and dealing with all kinds of people. Interpersonal communications are a must!
I say we as designers like to push the envelope of interiors. If we can... I mean if the budget will allow us to. I'd say it'd be worth the investment. Trust me.
Interior Decorators:
1 There is a certification program. I've tried it. Or try some courses if your college offers them.
2. They deal mainly on color, fabric, space planning, furniture styles, and more. Interior Designers also do this.
3. Decorators are more client focused. Whereas they help the client pick the style, choose the color scheme, furniture, and accessorize.
All in all, we are similar but we very different at the same time. But please be careful when calling a designer and decorator - we are not! And decorators, please don't call yourself an Interior Designer when you don't have the certification or a degree. Besides in some jurisdictions, it is illegal to yourself one unless you are NCIDQ certified. Currently I am working towards my certification. Look into it!
Thanks for visiting today!
Interior Designers:
1 - 2-4 yr degree (4 yr degree seems to be preferred by most employers). Expect many long nights, days, and hours. Oh yeah and tears, sweat, blood. Basically a lot of hard work, but so worth it in the end.
2. Designers are responsible for the public health, safety, and well being in any project. I'm talking hospitals, government buildings, restaurants, etc...
3. We know ADA.
4. We also know building codes. Also, we have to make sure our finishes and materials are not only coordinated, but meet those code requirements. Very tedious.
5. We. Spec. Everything.
6. Designers design interiors in a very artful, at times, unique ways. Like this:
Or this...
7. We know computer programs. CAD, Revit, Photoshop, InDesign, Illistrator, Sketchup,.. we pretty much know it and then some.
8. We work with a BIG team. The client, architects, engineers, contractors, product reps...
9. We have to be comfortable meeting and dealing with all kinds of people. Interpersonal communications are a must!
I say we as designers like to push the envelope of interiors. If we can... I mean if the budget will allow us to. I'd say it'd be worth the investment. Trust me.
Interior Decorators:
1 There is a certification program. I've tried it. Or try some courses if your college offers them.
2. They deal mainly on color, fabric, space planning, furniture styles, and more. Interior Designers also do this.
3. Decorators are more client focused. Whereas they help the client pick the style, choose the color scheme, furniture, and accessorize.
All in all, we are similar but we very different at the same time. But please be careful when calling a designer and decorator - we are not! And decorators, please don't call yourself an Interior Designer when you don't have the certification or a degree. Besides in some jurisdictions, it is illegal to yourself one unless you are NCIDQ certified. Currently I am working towards my certification. Look into it!
Thanks for visiting today!
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