International differences in the necessary an Interior Designer
In many countries, the title ‘Interior Designer’ refers back to the skills and remit products the UK call an ‘Interior Decorator. The confusion pertains to protection of title. In Europe, an Interior Architect describes precisely the same remit and skill of any British interior designer, but as ‘Architect’ is usually a protected title in the UK it wouldn'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 the different sector specialisms within interior planning 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 will continue to 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 just as one ‘interior designer’. Therefore for consumer protection, separation and distinction from your masses of hobbyists makes perfect. The SBID member status denotes an enhanced a higher level professional qualification and work experience beyond university education.
Designers can join at any stage into their career and progress throughout the membership levels to own highest volume of practice as a possible 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, supplying the first UK based-tested measure of knowledge which will further your time and effort to protect the title of ‘home design’ in Great Britain.
