International differences in the necessary an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ means the skills and remit of the the UK call an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion pertains 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 usually a protected title in the UK it can't be used to describe an inside designer. Descriptions with the role and skills of interior designers differ worldwide, unlike that relating to an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor the location where 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 perception of roles and obligations is core on the teaching structures and course content which trains new professionals. SBID is constantly on the work towards title recognition on an 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 on the masses of hobbyists is the vital thing. 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 own 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 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, giving the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge that could further your time and effort to protect the title of ‘home design’ in Great Britain.
