Interior design
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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 who is considered an expert in the field of interior design or one who designs interiors as part of their job. In many jurisdictions, interior designers must be licensed to practice.
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The Profession
The following definition was decided upon and is endorsed by the Council for Interior Design Accredidation (The Council) (formerly known as FIDER), the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) and major interior design associations (IIDA, ASID) of North America.
"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.
The professional interior designer:
- analyzes client's needs, goals, and life safety requirements
- integrates findings with knowledge of interior design
- formulates preliminary design concept that are aesthetic, appropriate, and functional, and in accordance with codes and standards
- develops and presents final design recommendations through appropriate presentation media
- prepares working drawings and specifications for non-load bearing interior construction, reflected ceiling plans, lighting, interior detailing, materials, finishes, space planning, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment in compliance with universal accessibility guidelines and all applicable codes
- collaborates with professional services of other licensed practitioners in the technical areas of mechanical, electrical and load-bearing design as required for regulatory approval
- prepares and administers bids and contract documents as the client's agent
- reviews and evaluates design solutions during implementation and upon completion."
(http://www.fider.org/definition.htm)
Specializations
There are several different areas that an interior designer may specialize in. These include residential, retail, corporate, hospitality, healthcare, or institutional design. Within each area there can be further niche expertise.
Some residential designers have an expertise in Kitchen and Bath design. The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) administers certification to these designers.
Styles
Essential parts of all design styles are concept, color, 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
he:עיצוב פנים pt:Decoração de interiores sr:Интеријер дизајн zh:室内设计