International differences in the necessary an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ means skills and remit products the UK label an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion pertains to protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes exactly the same remit and skill of any 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 all over the world, unlike that surrounding an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor the spot that the title is clearly identified.
SBID aimed to clarify the role and definition by identifying the different sector specialisms within decor that require specific compliance laws. A clear perception 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 to have an Interior Designer in the UK.
How does an Interior Designer become qualified?
In the UK, now you may describe themselves just as one ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction through the masses of hobbyists is the vital thing. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced volume of professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.
Designers can join at any stage within their career and progress with the membership levels to obtain the highest volume of practice just as one SBID Accredited professional. SBID also accredits university course content as fit for professional practice, offering students at any recognised interior planning 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, supplying the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge that may further your time and effort to protect the title of ‘interior planning’ in Great Britain.
