International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ means skills and remit products the UK label an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion refers to protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes the identical remit and skill of an British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ is often a protected title in the UK it can't be used to describe an internal designer. Descriptions in the role and skills of interior designers differ around the globe, unlike that regarding an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor the place that the title is clearly identified.
SBID aimed to clarify the role and definition by identifying the different sector specialisms within home design that require specific compliance laws. A clear comprehension of roles and obligations is core towards the teaching structures and course content which trains new professionals. SBID carries on work towards title recognition to have 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 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 obtain the highest degree of practice being an SBID Accredited professional. SBID also accredits university course content as fit for professional practice, offering students at any recognised interior planning 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 that could further your energy to protect the title of ‘design’ in Great Britain.
