Michela Constant

Interior Design

Main IdeaInterior designers make interior spaces functional, safe

and beautiful for almost any type of building. Such as offices, homes, shopping malls, and restaurants.

They choose specify colors, finishes, fabrics, furniture, flooring, wall coverings, lighting and many other materials to create stylish interiors for buildings.

Responsibilities

* Consider how the space will be used and how people will move through the space.

* Sketch preliminary design plans.

* Create a timeline for the interior design project and estimate the total cost.

* Search for and bid on new projects.

* Determine the clients goals and requirements of the project.

Interior designers work closely with architects, structural engineers, and builders to determine how interior spaces will look and be furnished.

Interior designers read blueprints and must be aware of building codes and inspection regulations.

Although some sketches or drawings may be freehand, most interior designers use computer-aided design software for their drawings.

What jobs are related?

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Median Annual Wages

Median Annual Wages

In 2010 the

annual pay for

interior designers

was around

$46,000. In the

same year the

lowest 10%

earned around

$26,000. Along

with the highest at

$84,000. Most

interior designers

work full time,

with a packed

schedule almost

everyday.

Salary and Benefits!

Education A Bachelor’s degree is

usually required for interior designers. Along with classes related to interior designing, drawing and computer-aided designs.

In most states you need to get your license to become an approved registered interior designer. That means you must pass the state proved exam.