International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ refers back to the skills and remit products the UK call an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion works with protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes precisely the same remit and skill of any 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 different sector specialisms within interior planning 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 is constantly on the work towards title recognition with an Interior Designer in the UK.
How does an Interior Designer become qualified?
In the UK, everyone can describe themselves as a possible ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction from your masses of hobbyists is key. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced degree of professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.
Designers can join at any stage into their career and progress throughout the membership levels to obtain the highest volume of practice as a possible 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, supplying the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge that could further your time and effort to protect the title of ‘interior planning’ in Great Britain.
