In short: you can't make a silk purse from a sow's ear. If the design of the space, and the elements that make it, does not follow principles of proportion, hierarchy, balance, etc, then it doesn't matter how good the decorator is, things will never look good. That said, a good decorator may be able to ameliorate the poorness of a space or elevation by applying design to the decor, potentially creating an interesting composition from a dull construction.
There are many colleges and universities with majors and minors in interior decorating such as The Art Institutes. However, training is not required to be an interior decorator.
yes art is needed to become an interior decorator.without an artistic approach you cant design
The famous interior decorator you're referring to is likely Alexandria H. B. "Alex" Papachristidis. Known for her elegant and timeless design style, she has gained recognition for her work in both residential and commercial spaces, often blending classic elements with modern aesthetics.
Here is a twelve week online course to become an interior decorator: http://www.interiordecoratingschool.com/ And here is a list of certified schools that offer interior design courses: https://www.cidinternational.org/schoolstraining.php
The abstract noun form is decor, a word for a style or scheme of interior design.
Yes, you can become a Interior Designer and design everything in the house or building you are working on and not just decorate it.
Professional interior designers will usually follow informal “rules”, based on specific interior design principles and elements. These interior design elements include space, line, forms, light, color, texture, and pattern, and keeping them balanced is the key to creating an aesthetically pleasing interior.
They are both the same really but It's up to youI'd say interior design is more complicated because you have to think more but interior decorating would be fun!!!up to you
You can buy wallpaper at interior design shops, online outlets like www.DesignerWallcoverings.com or direct from wallpaper companies like Cavern Home www.cavernhome.com. If you have an interior decorator, they can take care of it for you.
I'm not entirely sure what you mean by "traditional design." It that a style of home decor design? The best place to find more about any design type would be either an interior decorator or a home and garden store. http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-traditional-interior-design.htm
The basic elements of interior design are knowing how to balance the area you are designing and focus on the rhythm of the room. You have to pay attention to detail and know how to match colors
Modern can be shown alot through color scheme and style of furniture. I would suggest looking at many modern interior design books to get a feel for it. If you feel you just can pull it off on your own, you may consider looking at yellowpages.com and finding yourself a modern interior decorator.