This week Latest Sale highlights the importance of good interior design for residential properties and addresses the question as to whether an enthusiastic interior design hobbyist can take care of his/her residential interior design needs or rather the usage of a professional interior designer is required.
One thing is for sure, the simpler the design, the more difficult it is to achieve. For those who view interior design as a hobby, they may be attracted by images and concepts found in interior design magazines and they may also attend various interior design exhibitions. As a hobby, taking part in such activities enables interior design hobbyists to do the following;
- Gain an understanding of interior design trends including colours and fabrics
- Explore options for furnishings, soft furnishings and upholstery
- Discover styles, wall coverings and floor coverings
From the above, it is clear that an interior design hobbyist can take a keen interest in the subject area and gain an invaluable insight into primary design options. Furthermore, the interior designer will no doubt have undertaken professional interior design courses and as a career choice, he/she will add value to any residential interior design project. Successful interior design projects will highlight how all elements of interior furnishing and accessories can be combined to create interior design excellence. The benefits of using a professional interior designer are as follows;
- A professional whose career is interior design will have a clear insight into the best trends available for any residential projects.
- Professional interior designers enjoy a natural eye for colour, design and style.
- Understanding of the principals of design styles and interior spaces is a natural asset that the best interior designer enjoy
- Understanding of modular design, decorative finishings and architecture is imperative for all professional interior designers.
- Knowledge of architecture and design through the ages, from ancient Greek, Roman, Neo-Classical and Egyptian design styles is a firm asset that professional interior designers embrace.
- Appreciation of art and design, conceptual design and knowledge of computer programmes such as CAD Design to put forward design concepts to potential clients is an invaluable skill that an interior design hobbyist will not have perfected.
- Usage parameters for space planning design and lighting are the special touches that create the very best interior design concepts.
- Appreciation of colour, decorative finishings, textiles and fabrics is a must and this natural appreciation resides with professional interior designers.
- Art, design and furniture also represent the high level of expertise enjoyed by professional interior designers.
With this comparison in mind between interior design hobbyists and interior design professionals, interior design is certainly a career for those with a unique set of skills, knowledge and expertise gathered through the many years of training required to complete brilliant design concepts for residential interior design projects.