Occupation
Interior designer
Interior designers plan the layout, finishes, lighting, and furnishing of indoor spaces so they work for the people using them and respect building and accessibility rules. Projects run from residential rooms to offices, retail, and healthcare settings, usually alongside architects, contractors, and suppliers.
Also known as: Interior design consultant · Space planner
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Part of Arts, design, media and communications
What the work involves
- Meet clients to establish how a space will be used and what constrains it
- Measure existing spaces and produce plans, elevations, and 3D visuals
- Select finishes, fixtures, lighting, and furniture and prepare specifications
- Coordinate with architects, contractors, and suppliers during installation
- Check drawings against building code, fire, and accessibility requirements
- Track procurement and site progress against the agreed scope
How people commonly enter
- Bachelor's degree in interior design or interior architecture
- College diploma in interior design or design technology
- Assistant or showroom role with on-the-job training and portfolio building
- Professional registration or certification where a jurisdiction offers or requires it
Typical training: Bachelor's degree
Licensing: Regulated in some jurisdictions — confirm the current requirement with the regulator in your province, state, or country.
Typical work context
Client sites · Team based · Varied work · Public facing
Related interests
Artistic (creative) · Enterprising (leading) · Realistic (hands-on)
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Skills to practise
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Official sources
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- US Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Outlook Handbook: Interior Designers · United States
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- O*NET OnLine - Interior Designers (27-1025.00) · International
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- UK National Careers Service - Explore careers job-profile index · United Kingdom
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