Interior design is the art and science of enhancing the interiors, sometimes including the exterior, of a space or building, to achieve a healthier and more aesthetically pleasing environment for the end user.
2. TABLES OF CONTENT
ABOUT INTERIOR DESIGN
HISTORY
EDUCATION
WORKING CONDITION
INTERIOR DESIGN SAMPLES
COLORS IN INTERIOR DESIGN
FACTS OF INTERIOR DESIGN
REFERENCE
3. ABOUT INTERIOR DESIGN
Interior design is the art and science of understanding people's behavior to
create functional spaces within a building. Decoration is the furnishing or
adorning of a space with fashionable or beautiful things. In short, interior
designers may decorate, but decorators do not design.
Interior design is the process of shaping the experience of interior space, through
the manipulation of spatial volume as well as surface treatment for the
betterment of human functionality.
An interior designer is someone who plans, researches, coordinates, and
manages such projects. Interior design is a multifaceted profession that includes
conceptual development, space planning, site inspections, programming,
research, communicating with the stakeholders of a project, construction
management, and execution of the design
4. HISTORY
In the past, interiors were put together instinctively as a part of the process of
building. The profession of interior design has been a consequence of the
development of society and the complex architecture that has resulted from the
development of industrial processes. The pursuit of effective use of space, user well-
being and functional design has contributed to the development of the contemporary
interior design profession The profession of interior design is separate and distinct
from the role of Interior Decorator, a term commonly used in the US. The term is less
common in the UK where the profession of interior design is still unregulated and
therefore, strictly speaking, not yet officially a profession.
In ancient India, architects used to work as interior designers. This can be seen from
the references of Vishwakarma the architect - one of the gods in Indian mythology.
Additionally, the sculptures depicting ancient texts and events are seen in palaces built
in 17th century India.
In ancient Egypt, "soul houses" or models of houses were placed in tombs as
receptacles for food offerings. From these, it is possible to discern details about the
interior design of different residences throughout the different Egyptian dynasties,
such as changes in ventilation, porticoes, columns, loggias, windows, and doors.
5. EDUCATION
There are various paths that one can take to become a professional interior designer.
All of these paths involve some form of training. Working with a successful
professional designer is an informal method of training and has previously been the
most common method of education. In many states, however, this path alone cannot
lead to licensing as a professional interior designer. Training through an institution
such as a college, art or design school or university is a more formal route to
professional practice.
In the UK and the U.S, several university degree courses are now available, including
those on interior architecture, taking three or four years to complete.
A formal education program, particularly one accredited by or developed with a
professional organization of interior designers, can provide training that meets a
minimum standard of excellence and therefore gives a student an education of a
high standard. There are also university graduate and Ph.d. programs available for
those seeking further training in a specific design specialization (i.e. gerontological or
healthcare design) or those wishing to teach interior design at the university level.
6. WORKING CONDITION
There are a wide range of working conditions and employment opportunities within
interior design. Large and tiny corporations often hire interior designers as
employees on regular working hours. Designers for smaller firms usually work on a
contract or per-job basis. Self-employed designers, which make up 26% of interior
designers ] usually work the most hours. Interior designers often work under stress
to meet deadlines, stay on budget, and meet clients' needs.
In some cases, licensed professionals review the work and sign it before submitting
the design for approval by clients or construction permisioning. The need for
licensed review and signature varies by locality, relevant legislation, and scope of
work. Their work can involve significant travel to visit different locations. However,
with technology development, the process of contacting clients and communicating
design alternatives has become easier and requires less travel. They also renovate a
space to satisfy the specific taste for a client.
8. COLOR IN INTERIOR DESIGN
Color is a powerful design tool in decorating, and interior design
which is the art of composition, and coordinates colors together
to create stylish scheme. Interior designers have knowledge
about colors to understand psychological effects, and meaning
of each color to create suitable combinations for each place.
Combining Color also gives a certain state of mind, and has
positive and negative effects. It makes a room feel more calm,
cheerful, comfortable or dramatic. It also makes a tiny room
seem larger or smaller. So it is the Interior designer profession to
choose appropriate colors for a place in a way people want to
look and feel in the space.
9. FACTS OF INTERIOR DESIGNER
Interior designers may specialize in a distinct discipline like residential and
commercial design, health care, hospitality and institutional design.
Specialty areas involving interior designers are continuously growing and
evolving. With an aging population in most countries the focus has been on
developing solutions that improve the environment especially for the elderly.
There are many disciplines involved in interior design like function, structure,
special group needs, specialized performance, discipline for business,
presentation skills, computer technology, craft skills, and aesthetic disciplines,
among others.
Computer-aided design is normally used by designers these days although hand
sketches still remain valuable for their personality. Also called CAD, this is a
program that is used to communicate the design in realistic views and various
angles.
After the survey and provision of the working drawing the client will be given an
initial concept for approval. Once this is approved the floor plans, alternations,
finishing, and furnishings follow. Most probably doors, walls, and windows will
be repositioned as well.