Interior Designers by Milana Kravchenko https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign Function, safety, and style. en-us 2018-12-10 00:35:34 UTC 2025-11-27 16:48:23 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Moderncam.png What do Interior Designers do? 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/312741147 An interior designer or decorator is a person that is hired to redecorate a house. They decide on the best layouts, materials, and colours of a building based on style and functionality. They shop for the perfect items to place in the perfect place.]]> 2018-12-10 00:41:15 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/312741147 Skills Required 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313131546 1. Communication.
Communicating with clients and making them feel comfortable suggesting ideas helps to leave them satisfied and willing to pay more.
2. Problem Solving.
For example, if a client is concerned about a room feeling small, it is your job to solve this issue and make the space more open and accessible.  
3. Creative.
When a client describes a desired atmosphere, a creative mind can put together pieces to create a vibe.
4. Colour matching/Tastefulness.
Skilled balancing of light, materials, and colours.
5. Planning
Making effective plans for designs.]]> 2018-12-10 19:33:14 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313131546 Job Prospects 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313551995 From 2008-2018, the demand for interior decorators is estimated to have increased by 19%. However, with an availability for job positions comes competition.]]> 2018-12-11 18:35:56 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313551995 Pay 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313554715 $30,000-$60,000
There are different positions such as assistants, Decorators, Designers, etc.]]> 2018-12-11 18:40:26 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313554715 Credentials 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313557461 The Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) sets standards for Canadian credentials needed to be recognized as an interior designer/decorator. A CIDA recognized Bachelor's degree is enough. You can find accredited programs here.]]> 2018-12-11 18:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313557461 University 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313561044 Yorkville University's Bachelor of Interior Design.]]> 2018-12-11 18:49:46 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313561044 College 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313562205 Ontario College Advanced Diploma at George Brown College (not recognized by CIDA) or study Environmental Design: Interior Design Specialization at OCAD Univeristy.]]> 2018-12-11 18:51:49 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313562205 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313569878 2018-12-11 19:04:25 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313569878 Internship 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313571939 Interior Design Internship at Ware Malcomb. You can apply here.]]> 2018-12-11 19:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313571939 Programs 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313574202 1. Yorkville University
2. Ryerson University
3. Ontario College of Art and Design]]> 2018-12-11 19:11:39 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313574202 Pre-requisites (Yorkville) 340936533 https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313576203 - English Grade 12
- U or U/M Math Grade 11 or 12
- 6 more U or U/m level courses
- 65% Average
- Portfolio
- Statement of interest
-$75 Application Fee
-$5,475 per term]]> 2018-12-11 19:15:01 UTC https://padlet.com/340936533/interiordesign/wish/313576203