Interior decorators help individuals and businesses improve the aesthetics of their space. Read on for more information on how to become an interior decorator.
Interior decorators work closely with contractors, painters, plumbers, carpenters and other trade professionals to be sure that an interior space's aethestics fufill their clients' needs. They work to make sure that businesses and offices are beautiful, functional, and comfortable.
Interior Decorating Tutorial: Using Color, Texture & Style
Interior decorators use color, texture, and style to help their clients improve the aesthetics of their home. In this video, an interior decorator reveals some tips she uses when working with her clients. For example, while discussing paint colors, she recommends bringing some fabric swatches with you when visiting the paint store, and selecting a color that picks up one of the minor accent colors in the fabric, rather than a dominant color.
Step 1: Interior Decorator Skills and Characteristics
In order to be a good interior decorator, you need to have:
- A sense of style
- An eye for detail
- The ability to keep up with trends
- Project management skills
- The ability to listen,and understand what a client wants, even if they are not clear on it themselves.
Step 2: Interior Decorator Education and Training
Interior decorators are nor required to have any specific educational background, although their are educational programs in vocational schools, community colleges, and four-year colleges that help prepare you for a career as an interior decorator.
Step 3: Prepare a Portfolio
When you begin, you'll be working for yourself, as well as friends and family. Although you pay not be paid for this work, you can use these assignments to generate a portfolio that you can use when you are competing for jobs.
- Include before and after photos
- Assemble design boards which display samples of materials you've used, such as fabrics, flooring, and wallpaper.
- Ask for testimonials, and include these letters in your portfolio.
