Interior designers make interior spaces functional safe and

Last updated: 2/9/2024

Interior designers make interior spaces functional safe and beautiful by determining space requirements and selecting decorative items such as colors lighting and materials They read blueprints and must be aware of building codes and inspection regulations as well as universal accessibility standards Many work for the specialized design services industry or for the architectural engineering and related services industry In 2014 about 25 were self employed Interior designers usually need a bachelor s degree with a focus on interior design The median annual wage for interior designers was 48 400 in May 2014 SOURCE Bureau of Labor and Statistics U S Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook 2016 2017 Edition Interior Designers Interior designers typically specify materials and furnishings such as lighting furniture wall finishes flooring and plumbing fixtures They create a timeline for the project and estimate project costs The Millers have hired an interior designer to decorate their family room They want to have a 25 by 30 oil painting framed and incorporated in the design plan If the designer chooses molding that is 2 wide and is priced at 3 45 per inch how much will the molding cost before tax 30