International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ is the skills and remit with the items the UK label an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion works with protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes a similar remit and skill of any British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ is usually a protected title in the UK it can't be used to describe an internal designer. Descriptions from the role and skills of interior designers differ world wide, unlike that relating to 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 decor that require specific compliance laws. A clear idea of roles and obligations is core on the teaching structures and course content which trains new professionals. SBID is constantly 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 through the masses of hobbyists is vital. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced degree 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 volume of 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 that could further the time and effort to protect the title of ‘home design’ in Great Britain.
