International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ means the skills and remit products the UK label an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion refers 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 indoor designer. Descriptions on the role and skills of interior designers differ around the globe, unlike that surrounding an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor in which 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 comprehension of roles and obligations is core for the teaching structures and course content which trains new professionals. SBID is constantly on the work towards title recognition for the Interior Designer in the UK.
How does an Interior Designer become qualified?
In the UK, you can now describe themselves being an ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction on 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 offer the highest amount of 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, offering the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge that could further your energy to protect the title of ‘design’ in Great Britain.
