International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ is the skills and remit of the the UK label an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion works with protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes exactly the same remit and skill of an British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ is often a protected title in the UK it wouldn't be used to describe an indoor designer. Descriptions in the role and skills of interior designers differ around the globe, unlike that relating to an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor the location where the title is clearly identified.
SBID aimed to clarify the role and definition by identifying different sector specialisms within design that require specific compliance laws. A clear comprehension of roles and obligations is core for the teaching structures and course content which trains new professionals. SBID carries on work towards title recognition for the 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 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 throughout the membership levels to offer the highest a higher level practice just as one SBID Accredited professional. SBID also accredits university course content as fit for professional practice, offering students at any recognised decor 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 may further your time and effort to protect the title of ‘design’ in Great Britain.
