Interior Designer
Job overview
Interior designers work with the interiors of buildings.
They are concerned with making working and living environments more efficient, comfortable and pleasing by means of better space utilisation.
What do people do in this job?
When designing the interior of a building, designers must take the following factors into consideration:?
Interior designers work in close contact with clients and architects, as well as decorators and other contractors who will execute their designs.
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Before the work begins, interior designers must make detailed drawings and sketches which are presented to clients together with architectural plans and evaluations, sample boards, models, specifications, information on the material and finishes needed, as well as cost analyses.
They must also attend to any problems that may arise once the work has begun, and do a final check to see that all the requirements and specifications have been adhered to and completed.
The designer also needs to be well informed about developments and new products on the market.
What kinds of people are suitable for this career?
Interior designers must have a thorough knowledge of architectural design and technical drawing, as well as construction methods and building materials.
They should be artistic and creative.
Design and aesthetic awareness, as well as practical skills to communicate design concepts and solutions in a professional manner are important.
Interior designers should also be flexible and sensitive to the requirements and preferences of clients.
What qualifications are needed?
Good school-leaving results, preferably including art, technical drawing and mathematics, plus tertiary qualifications in design and architecture.
