Interior Designers
Job description
These individuals create and produce aesthetic, functional, and safe interior design concepts. They consult with clients to determine their needs, preferences, safety requirements, and intended use of the space. They assess the costs and materials required for the project. They develop detailed plans as well as technical and architectural drawings using computer-aided design software. They design interior spaces in compliance with applicable building design and construction codes, standards, and regulations. They are self-employed or work for:
- Offices
- Medical clinics
- Retail businesses (decoration, furniture, sales of materials, etc.)
- Shopping centres and specialized shops
- Construction companies
- Hotel and restaurants
- Events and exhibitions
- Architectural and interior design firms
- Accommodation institutions (schools, hosptials, long-term care centres, etc.)
Environment
- Controlled ambient temperature
Main tasks
- Analyze the existing conditions of the built spaces in various environments (industrial, commercial, residential, etc.).
- Write descriptive specifications, calls for tenders, and requests for bids.
- Select the materials, finishes, and colours best suited for the project.
- Prepare plans and specifications for the final layout taking into account current artistic approaches and trends.
- Design lighting, furniture, and other objects taking into account ergonomic principles.
- Supervise the work and ensure it runs smoothly and is completed on schedule.
- Collaborate with other professionals (Architects, Interior Designers, etc.).
- Direct subcontractors, as required.
Advancement and mobility
These individuals may specialize in: * Presentation design * Merchandising * Health care
- Set design
- Television or film production They may also specialize in the design and decoration of: * Planes * Boats * Events (symposia, trade fairs, concerts, etc.) * Exhibitions * Museums
Training and requirements
Formation
Also required
- Certification from the Association professionnelle des designers d'intérieur du Québec (APDIQ [Quebec Professional Association of Interior Designers]) is required to hold the title of APDIQ® Certified Interior Designer.
Sometimes required
- Successful completion of the NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) exam may be required.
- A Class 5 driver's licence may be required.
Main skills and characteristics
Skills
- Data collection
- Equipment selection
- Operation analysis
- Judgment and decision-making
- Service oriented
- Active listening
- Coordination
- Financial resource management
- Material resource management
- Oral expression
- Critical thought
- Information processing
- Mathematics
- Solving complex problems
- Quality control analysis
- Result evaluation
- Active learning
- Persuasion
- Human resource management
- Social perception
- Reading comprehension
- Written expression
- Installation
- Time management
- Negotiation
Abilities
- Information organization
- Idea generation
- Visualization
- Spatial orientation
- Colour perception and distinction
- Depth perception
- Originality
- Basic numeracy
- Near vision
- Oral comprehension
- Perception speed
- Classification
- Control accuracy
- Awareness of issues
- Verbal skills
- Memorization
- Speech clarity
- Deductive reasoning
- Digital dexterity
- Limb coordination
- Overall coordination of the body
- Time sharing
- Manual dexterity
- Response orientation
- Written comprehension
- Information processing speed
- Selective attention
- Written expression
Knowledge and attributes
- Knowledge of customer and personalized services
- Capacity to work in a team
- Rigour
- Respect standards and regulations
- Creativity
- Assiduity and punctuality
- Sense of observation
- Commitment to quality
- Knowledge of design
- Open-mindedness
Interests
- Direct, organize, and manage
- Draft, communicate, and inform
- Work in the arts, culture, music, or leisure
- Create, design
- Self-employment
- Work manually
- Assist and advise
- Make technical plans and drawings
Personality profiles (RIASEC)
- Artistic
- People with this profile prefer to express their emotions and thoughts through various art forms. They like to use their imagination.
- Investigative
- People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
- Enterprising
- People with this profile prefer having responsibilities, influencing others and responding to challenges.
Appellation d'emploi liée (à traduire)
Interior designers and interior decorators (CNP 52121)
Skill type
Art, culture, recreation and sport
Last update: February 14, 2024