International differences in the required an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ means skills and remit of the the UK label an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion refers to protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes a similar remit and skill of the British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ is really a protected title in the UK it can't be used to describe an indoor designer. Descriptions on the role and skills of interior designers differ world wide, unlike that surrounding an Architect, Lawyer or Doctor the place that the title is clearly identified.
SBID aimed to clarify the role and definition by identifying different sector specialisms within interior planning that require specific compliance laws. A clear knowledge 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 to have an Interior Designer in the UK.
How does an Interior Designer become qualified?
In the UK, now you may describe themselves for an ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction in the masses of hobbyists is vital. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced a higher level professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.
Designers can join at any stage within their career and progress from the membership levels to obtain the highest a higher level 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 your energy to protect the title of ‘decor’ in Great Britain.
