Interior design

Interior design is the process of shaping the experience of interior space, through the manipulation of spatial volume as well as surface treatment. Interior Design draws on aspects of environmental psychology , architecture , product design and furniture design in addition to traditional decoration . An interior designer is a person whom may be considered an expert in the field of interior design or designs interiors for their job. In some jurisdiction s, interior designers must be licensed to practice.

The Profession

The professional interior designer is qualified by education , experience, and examination to enhance the function and quality of interior spaces for the purpose of improving the quality of life, increasing productivity , and protecting the health , safety, and welfare of the public.

A professional interior designer may do the following things:

* Analyse their client 's needs, goals, and life safety requirements.

* Integrate their findings with knowledge of interior design.

* formulate the preliminary design concept s that are aesthetic , appropriate, and functional, and in accordance with codes and standards.

* Develop and present their final design recommendations through appropriate presentation media .

* Prepare working drawing s and specification s for non- load bearing interior construction, reflected ceiling plans, light ing, interior detailing, materials, finishes, space planning, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment in compliance with universal accessibility guidelines and all applicable codes.

* Collaborate with professional services of other licensed practitioners in the technical areas of mechanical, electrical and load-bearing design as required for regulatory approval.

* Prepare and administer bids and contract document s as the client's agent

* Review and evaluate the design solutions during implementation and upon completion.

This definition is endorsed by the Foundation for Interior Design Education and Research ( FIDER), the National Council for Interior Design Qualification ( NCIDQ) and major interior design associations ( IIDA, ASID) of North America.

Styles

Essential parts of all design styles are concept, colour , proportion, balance, and function of design. Although all styles differentiate their usage of each of these, they are all an integral part of the overall look and feel of a room or space. Designers incorporate the seven elements of design to create and enhance style: form, mass, shape, line, color, texture and pattern.

See also

* Interior decoration