Interior Decorator or Designer

Just a note to pass along some general real estate information you might find helpful.

One of the questions I am frequently asked is, “What is the difference between an interior designer and an interior decorator?”

Interior designers are professionally trained in the functionality, efficiency, and safety of a space, as well as the aesthetics or “look” of a room. This is different from an interior decorator, who works with surface decoration, such as color, texture, and pattern.

Before hiring a decorator or designer, ask yourself these questions:

    * For whom is the space being designed?
    * What activities will take place there?
    * How long do I plan to live here?
    * What is my time frame?
    * What is my budget?

Answering these questions should help you decide whether to hire a decorator or designer–or do it yourself!

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categories General Real Estate | Phill Cross | datetime February 24, 2010 9:01 am

2 Comments

  • By Investment Hanoi, March 11, 2010 @ 12:08 am

    Thanks for clearing it up as a lot of people do get confused with designers and decorators and in what way they differ. I agree that before hiring, you should ask yourselves the questions above. If you can do it yourself, then all the better as not only will you have less costs, but you will know exactly what the look is that you’re going after.

  • By Real Estate For Sale, July 26, 2010 @ 12:28 pm

    The interior design process follows a systematic and coordinated methodology, including research, analysis, and integration of knowledge into the creative process, whereby the needs and resources of the client are satisfied to produce an interior space that fulfills the project goals.[1]

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