Only 25 of the 50 states require licensing for Interior Designers as of 2007. Interior Designers work with other high level professionals such as architects and engineers and create plans and documents for colorful indoor schemes. The National Council for Interior Design (NCID) issues an exam that is part of the qualification for certification. The NCID is responsible for accrediting certification programs throughout the country. An organziation that works on improving the industry of Interior Design is the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
David Burstein has written: 'Project management for the design professional' -- subject(s): Architectural practice, Computer-aided design, Engineering, Interior decoration, Interior decoration firms, Management, Practice
Background education for interior decorators generally does not or require architectural design as a course of study. A certificate program would offer the following courses for those interested in interior design: residential and commercial interior design, elements of design, furniture, lighting, meeting client needs, principles of color, interior, and decorating fabrics.
Generally, you need a "license" when you need special permission -- like a license to practice law or medicine. There's usually no special "license" needed for graphic or web design. However, if you are doing your freelance work under a name other than your own
Interior Design jobs require you to layout the basic preferences of the family whom you are working for. After that, take all factors into consideration to fully renovate the house.
Caren S. Martin has written: 'The state of the interior design profession' -- subject(s): Interior decoration, Practice, Interior decoration firms
Interior design
You go to a college that offers a degree in interior design.
I bet Interior Design Institute is a scam.
Some classic books about interior design are The Better Homes and Garden books. These interior design books have been around for a long time. Another good Interior Design Book is Home by Design.
Linda M. Ramsay has written: 'Start your own interior design business and keep it growing!' -- subject(s): Interior decoration, Management, Interior decoration firms, Practice, Marketing
Interior design doesn't require a degree, but it doesn't hurt to have one either. Or at least a bit of training and experience. Design courses at your local community college are an excellent bet, and can offer you the connections to get the right certification for the job you want in the future.
I am no expert here, but these sites would be able to help you out. www.aodt.ca/Interior-Design-Courses www.fcs.txstate.edu/id.htm www.icslearn.ca/ www.fcs.txstate.edu/id.htm