International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ means the skills and remit of the items the UK label 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’ is usually a protected title in the UK it can't be used to describe an indoor designer. Descriptions from the role and skills of interior designers differ world wide, unlike that regarding 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 decor 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 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, everyone can describe themselves being an ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction through the masses of hobbyists is vital. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced amount 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 own highest volume 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, offering the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge that may further the time and effort to protect the title of ‘interior planning’ in Great Britain.
