| The designer is responsible for preparing specific | | | | in both residential and commercial settings, but many |
| interior construction designs to suit the clients taste | | | | experienced designers specialize in particular settings, |
| and budget. | | | | such as nightclubs and restaurants or historic |
| Interior Design is a unique fusion of art, architecture | | | | renovation. Designers often join forces with |
| and engineering. However, interior design involves | | | | architects, electricians, and contractors to make sure |
| more than just choosing furniture, fixtures and | | | | that their designs are not dangerous and meet |
| fabrics. As an interior designer you’ll also need | | | | construction codes and requirements. |
| to know how to read architects blueprint, understand | | | | A college-level education in interior design is essential |
| electrical codes and negotiate with contractors. | | | | to be a successful interior designer. Few clients would |
| The designer is responsible for preparing specific | | | | be willing to trust a designer who does not have |
| interior construction designs to suit the clients taste | | | | formal training. A bachelor’s degree is |
| and budget. They use computers to plan the layout | | | | suggested for entry-level positions in interior design. |
| and architectural details such as built in shelves, | | | | Upon graduation, aspiring designers typically enter an |
| mounding, and cabinets. They also coordinate the | | | | apprenticeship to gain experience before taking a |
| design by choosing color palates, furniture, and | | | | national licensing exam or joining a professional |
| window and floor treatments. Interior designers work | | | | association. |