What exactly is involved in becoming an interior designer? It’s probably much more involved than you might think. The following steps will walk you through what it takes to pursue a career in interior designing.What Interior Designers Do
Interior designers plan and design spaces and furnish interiors in residential, commercial and public settings. The work can vary from simple projects that involve re-arranging furniture and applying a fresh coat of paint, all
way up through full-scale redesigns that require advanced knowledge of structural documents and close work with architects and contractors.
Schooling
You can earn a certificate, diploma, associate or bachelor’s degree in interior design. Many schools throughout United States offer interior design programs. Coursework varies at each school, but will likely include courses like computer-aided design, color theory, textiles and more.
See Through a Designer’s Eyes
If you want to be an interior designer, you need to get used to looking at things way designers do. Become aware of trends that are popular in industry, get a feel for what’s out there and what’s in style. Do this by looking through design magazines, attending home shows and even open houses in upscale neighborhoods. Read literature available on styles of design that interest you most, and begin to analyze spaces that you like by breaking them down into their constituent elements - what principles of design are being employed by designer that you find appealing?
Begin With Small Steps
To get practice, try making some changes around your own home or living space. Volunteer to help friends and family members update interior decorating in their homes. As you work, you will learn that just as important as using your expertise to design a space is making client happy. You need to consult with them to make sure they agree with changes you make. Working first with friends and family will help you gain confidence and communication skills.
