Interior design is
a popular choice for persons who wish to foray into the field of design. This
career is for those who are passionate about design and are basically endowed
with creativity and artistic skills. Also, one must have great communication,
management and networking skills.
What
Is Interior Design
Interior design is
basically shaping the look of an area to create a pleasing and aesthetic finish
for clients.
There are
many areas of specialization like residential (flats, houses, bungalows,
boats and any place used as homes), workplaces (offices and factories), places
for exhibitions (galleries, museums, public and private settings), places
for leisure (gyms, theatres, cinemas), commercial spaces (conference centres,
warehouses, shopping malls and retail shops), hospitality sector (hotels,
cafes, pubs, restaurants and night clubs), education (universities and schools)
and facilities for health care (hospitals, local centres of healthcare, private
clinics and nursing homes).
Steps
in Interior Design
The first step is
that of interior designing meet with clients to discuss needs, timing and
budget. Next she must do some research (for creative ideas for space and also
building regulations in the area). Then she draws up a proposal including
detailed outline and sketches of the design.
She also monitors
time and cost such that they follow approved plan. The next step is one where
she consults suppliers and contractors based on budget. Thus work commences
along with on-site supervision by the interior designer. On completion of work,
client is consulted on any issues. Any changes are then incorporated based on
client’s inputs.
Skills
Required
For success,
interior designer needs following skills:
·
Creativity
·
Originality of concepts
·
Excellent drawing
·
Good communication and listening
skills
·
Updated with trends of industry.
·
Networking skills
Types
of Design Courses
Interior Design
Institute in Delhi programs at undergraduate
level. Masters programs are also available. Choose specializations carefully
(furniture design/ landscape design/ office design etc.).
Courses
are as follows:
·
B Sc. ( Interior Design)
·
Diploma ( Interior Design)
·
Design ( Interior and Furniture)
·
Masters in Interior Design.
Though such courses
are best to venture into this field, you can also choose masters courses after
graduating from fields like architecture, fine arts, design, environment
planning, etc.
Scope
for Jobs and Salary
There is a scarcity
of professional interior designers in the country. With more and more
individuals seeking to get their workspaces and residences designed as per
their taste, the demand for professional interior designers has burgeoned.
There are plenty of
employment opportunities. With experience, one can also set up one’s own
business in this industry with lucrative prospects.
The pay
packet for an interior designer is impacted by reputation, name, regional
differences, demand and experience.
Beginners can hope
to get a salary around Rs.10,000 to Rs.15,000 per month. For experienced
professionals, monthly pay check can range from Rs.30,000 to Rs.75,000.
After working for
some time, especially as an intern or apprentice with big firms, one can set up
one’s own business. After gaining reputation in this industry, one can ask for
the moon.
These are all some
important facts about the scope for interior designing.
