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Interior Designer
Interior designers conceptualize and produce aesthetic, functional and safe designs for interior spaces in residential, commercial, cultural, institutional and industrial buildings. They are employed by architectural firms, interior design firms, retail establishments, construction companies, hospitals, airlines, hotel and restaurant chains, and other establishments or they may be self-employed.
Possible Titles:
aircraft interior designer interior design technician interior designer kitchen designer office space planner project manager, interior design retail space planner
Responsibilities:
Interior Designers can perform some or all of the following duties:
Consult with clients to determine needs, preferences, safety requirements and purpose of space
Develop detailed plans and 3-D models showing arrangement of walls, dividers, displays, lighting and other fixtures using computer-assisted design (CAD) software and graphics software
Develop plans, elevations, cross sections and detailed drawings, and advise on selection of colours, finishes and materials, floor and wall coverings, interior and exterior lighting, furniture and other items, taking into account ergonomic and occupational health standards
Estimate costs and materials required and may advise on leasing, real estate and marketing
Prepare plans and specifications for the final interior designs in accordance with current practices and codes
Work in a multidisciplinary environment
May direct site work crews and subcontractors.
Interior designers may specialize in designing interiors for residential, commercial, institutional, cultural and industrial buildings and for aircraft, ships or trains, trade shows and exhibitions.
Employment Requirments:
A university degree or college diploma in interior design is usually required.
Creative ability and artistic talent, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work is required.
Registration with the interior design association in the province of employment may be required.
The National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) examination may be required after six years of combined study and experience.
Certification is offered in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, certain cities in Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia.
Courtesy of: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada