What is the difference?
03/17/21 02:39 PM
What is the difference between Design vs. Decorating
It is a common misconception the two are interchangeable, however it is important to understand the difference when seeking assistance.
An Interior Designer (Interior Architect): An Interior designer is someone who holds a 2-4 year degree or more studying the interior environment. The interior designer studies historical architecture, drafting and/or CAD, space planning, textiles, materials and finishes and color to name a few. A designer is educated to understand most interior architectural aspects of a home or building, and complies with general and local building codes. Specialty designers receive additional studies in specific areas such as Kitchen and Bath. A designer is educated and trained to understand the structural components of a space, and provide a functional, healthy, safe and aesthetically pleasing interior environment.
An Interior Decorator: A Decorator is someone who makes selections and applies color and accessories to an interior space. A Decorator is not required to hold a degree or under go any training. Services provided will typically include color, accessories and making furnishing selections.
Keep in mind when hiring a designer or decorator……..
An Interior Designer can be a Decorator but, a Decorator cannot be an Interior Designer
It is a common misconception the two are interchangeable, however it is important to understand the difference when seeking assistance.
An Interior Designer (Interior Architect): An Interior designer is someone who holds a 2-4 year degree or more studying the interior environment. The interior designer studies historical architecture, drafting and/or CAD, space planning, textiles, materials and finishes and color to name a few. A designer is educated to understand most interior architectural aspects of a home or building, and complies with general and local building codes. Specialty designers receive additional studies in specific areas such as Kitchen and Bath. A designer is educated and trained to understand the structural components of a space, and provide a functional, healthy, safe and aesthetically pleasing interior environment.
An Interior Decorator: A Decorator is someone who makes selections and applies color and accessories to an interior space. A Decorator is not required to hold a degree or under go any training. Services provided will typically include color, accessories and making furnishing selections.
Keep in mind when hiring a designer or decorator……..
An Interior Designer can be a Decorator but, a Decorator cannot be an Interior Designer