What Does an Interior Designer Do?
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An interior designer is professionally trained to create a functional and quality interior environment. Qualified through education, experience and examination, a professional designer can identify, research and creatively resolve issues and lead to a healthy, safe, and comfortable physical environment.
A decorator fashions the "look" of a space and its outward decoration—paint, fabric, furnishings, light fixtures and other materials. In addition to enhancing the total visual environment, an interior designer creates a space that is functional, efficient and safe.
Among the many areas of expertise a professional designer commands are:
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Space planning and utilization, including organizational and storage needs
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Long-term project and lifestyle planning
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National, state and local building codes
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Safety and accessibility
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Ergonomics Design for people with special needs
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Conservation and “green” design
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Historic restoration
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Interior detailing of background elements, such as wall and ceiling designs
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Custom design of furniture, drapery and accessories
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Selection of appliances, plumbing fixtures and flooring materials
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Acoustics and sound transmission
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Audiovisual and communication technology
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Construction documents and specifications