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Madi
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LaGrange, Ohio
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How long does it take to become a professional interior designer?
Hi, I'm a junior in high school with the biggest dream to become an interior designer but don't know the aspects that are apart of actually becoming one.
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William Nwaogu
Construction, CAD and BIM
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Lagos, Nigeria
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William’s Answer
Hey Madi!
You can attain different level of professional growth after 2 to 3 years and more after post education or training with good industry experiences. Their are different cadres of professionalism to attain in the career journey.
Your level or grade of professional will depend on exposure to the right environment, qualifications, portfolio and campaigns.
You may enroll in these;
Architectural Technician (Interior Design)
Architecture (Interior Design)
You may learn software like these:
Modeling - AutoCAD, Revit, 3ds Max, Blender and SketchUp.
Graphics - Photoshop, Aftereffects and more.
Register with a professional body and get professional certification or practice licence.
You can attain different level of professional growth after 2 to 3 years and more after post education or training with good industry experiences. Their are different cadres of professionalism to attain in the career journey.
Your level or grade of professional will depend on exposure to the right environment, qualifications, portfolio and campaigns.
You may enroll in these;
Architectural Technician (Interior Design)
Architecture (Interior Design)
You may learn software like these:
Modeling - AutoCAD, Revit, 3ds Max, Blender and SketchUp.
Graphics - Photoshop, Aftereffects and more.
Register with a professional body and get professional certification or practice licence.
Nyonglema Noela sama
Counselor
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Cameroon
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Nyonglema’s Answer
Hello Junior, the lent of time taken to become an interior designer will only depend on your interest on what you are doing. Someone with so much passion will take lesser time than that with less passion. So the time frame doesn't really matter
Hello Junior. The lent of time taking to become a professional interior designer will all depends on your interest I what you want. The time frame don't really matter. Some people will take a longer time while other will take a very short time. So it Will all depends on your love and passion for it.
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Hamda Milkeso
Civil Engineer
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Negele, Oromia
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Hamda’s Answer
Hi dear Student Madi,
I am very happy for your choice to be an interior designer Architect. First of all you should know that what is it about interior design that draws you to it as a profession? And why do you think you’d be right for the job? Ask yourself if you truly possess a passion for interior design, rather than merely a flair for decorating. It’s also important to know the difference between the two fields. Anyone who has an eye for decorating—one who has great taste and enjoys playing with color, textures, textiles, and furniture—can be an interior decorator. But only accredited design professionals can call themselves interior designers. Are you willing to put in the time and effort to study design in college and/or attend design school and take the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam (which is required in some states)? If your area of interest falls more into the decorating realm, it would behoove you to go that route. Otherwise, if interior design is more of your proclivity, then assess your own skill set and strengths to decide if the industry is right for you. I hope this point may help you. Good luck on achieving your dreams.
I am very happy for your choice to be an interior designer Architect. First of all you should know that what is it about interior design that draws you to it as a profession? And why do you think you’d be right for the job? Ask yourself if you truly possess a passion for interior design, rather than merely a flair for decorating. It’s also important to know the difference between the two fields. Anyone who has an eye for decorating—one who has great taste and enjoys playing with color, textures, textiles, and furniture—can be an interior decorator. But only accredited design professionals can call themselves interior designers. Are you willing to put in the time and effort to study design in college and/or attend design school and take the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam (which is required in some states)? If your area of interest falls more into the decorating realm, it would behoove you to go that route. Otherwise, if interior design is more of your proclivity, then assess your own skill set and strengths to decide if the industry is right for you. I hope this point may help you. Good luck on achieving your dreams.