International differences in the necessary an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ means skills and remit of the the UK call an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion concerns protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes the identical remit and skill of the British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ can be a protected title in the UK it can't be used to describe an inside designer. Descriptions in the role and skills of interior designers differ world wide, 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 home design that require specific compliance laws. A clear idea 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, now you may describe themselves being an ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction on the masses of hobbyists is key. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced a higher level professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.
Designers can join at any stage within their career and progress from the membership levels to offer the highest a higher level practice for an 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, supplying the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge which will further your time and effort to protect the title of ‘design’ in Great Britain.
