Are you sick of looking at the inside of your house after being confined there for months on end? Well, the chances are that you aren’t the only one. A lot of people are likely to be thinking about redecorating their homes to make them feel shiny and new again over the coming months and years, and that trend is something that you can make the most from.

If you’re a creative person who loves the feeling, you get when you transform a room and make it look beautiful, interior decoration could be a great career choice for you.

Interior designer or interior decorator?

The terms interior designer and interior decorator are commonly used interchangeably, but they are quite different.

An interior designer understands the science behind human behavior to help design a functional room, their remit extends to walls, floors and more. They will usually work with an architect to design the interior space and have a good knowledge of the construction field.

An interior decorator works within a room that has already been built, using their knowledge of fabric textures, color schemes and furnishings to create a room that looks beautiful and is a joy to be in.

Interior designers tend to work on properties that are under construction or being remodeled, and they may also get involved with the decoration once the room is built. Interior decorators only work with decoration in existing rooms, and they most commonly work in residential properties.

How do you train?

It can be helpful to be certified by a recognized institution, as this will make people feel more comfortable with letting you loose on their homes, at least in the beginning while you are establishing your reputation.

A good choice of interior decorator school for people with other commitments in their lives is the New School of Architecture and Design. The school is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) and Laureate Education, Inc., and they have always endeavored to provide their classes in the evenings and at the weekend so that they are accessible to everyone. Classes are now even more accessible as they have been made available online, making now a great time to consider retraining.

Work with an existing brand

Another option for getting started as an interior decorator is to work with an existing brand in decorating sales. If you work with a brand that is already known and trusted, then potential clients are much more likely to want to work with you in those crucial initial days while you are building your reputation.

Be sure to choose a brand whose products you love, because your ability to place the product in client’s homes in a way that you find aesthetically pleasing is key! Some brands who work with independent salespeople are:

  • At Home America offers casual, country style home decor.
  • Celebrating Home traditional style home decor, and garden and patio accessories.
  • Linen World they offer sheets! However, they also provide a range of other products, including kitchen tools.
  • Princess House home decor, food and kitchen serving items.
  • Signature Home Style features a wide range of home accessories and decor, in a variety of styles from traditional to contemporary.

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