International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ means the skills and remit of the items the UK label an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion concerns protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes a similar remit and skill of the British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ is really a protected title in the UK it can't be used to describe an enclosed designer. Descriptions from 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 many sector specialisms within home design that require specific compliance laws. A clear knowledge of roles and obligations is core for the teaching structures and course content which trains new professionals. SBID carries on work towards title recognition on an Interior Designer in the UK.
How does an Interior Designer become qualified?
In the UK, you can describe themselves as a possible ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction through the masses of hobbyists is vital. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced a higher level professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.
Designers can join at any stage of their career and progress throughout the membership levels to get the highest degree of practice just as one 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 which will further your energy to protect the title of ‘design’ in Great Britain.
