International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ refers back to the skills and remit products the UK label an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion refers to protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes precisely the same remit and skill of the British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ is really a protected title in the UK it wouldn't be used to describe an inside designer. Descriptions on the role and skills of interior designers differ world wide, unlike that relating to an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor the place that the title is clearly identified.
SBID aimed to clarify the role and definition by identifying various sector specialisms within decor that require specific compliance laws. A clear comprehension of roles and obligations is core towards the teaching structures and course content which trains new professionals. SBID will continue to work towards title recognition for the Interior Designer in the UK.
How does an Interior Designer become qualified?
In the UK, everyone can describe themselves just as one ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction in the masses of hobbyists makes perfect. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced volume of professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.
Designers can join at any stage of their career and progress with the membership levels to own highest a higher level practice as a possible SBID Accredited professional. SBID also accredits university course content as fit for professional practice, offering students at any recognised home design course free student membership. In 2022, SBID will introduce an entry exam to measure acquired knowledge. This process adds a layer above honours degree and work placements, giving the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge that could further your energy to protect the title of ‘decor’ in Great Britain.
