International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ refers back to the skills and remit of the the UK call an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion refers to protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes precisely the same remit and skill of your British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ is usually a protected title in the UK it wouldn't be used to describe an enclosed designer. Descriptions with the role and skills of interior designers differ all over the world, unlike that relating to an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor in which the title is clearly identified.
SBID aimed to clarify the role and definition by identifying the many sector specialisms within home design 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 will continue to work towards title recognition on an Interior Designer in the UK.
How does an Interior Designer become qualified?
In the UK, everyone can describe themselves for an ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction in the masses of hobbyists is the vital thing. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced amount of professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.
Designers can join at any stage into their career and progress from the membership levels to offer the highest degree of practice as a possible 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, offering the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge which will further your time and effort to protect the title of ‘design’ in Great Britain.
