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Shaun Neill
Dr. Deanna Summers
CS330-W6
March 4, 2015
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they all agreed that having a better understanding of the two would aide in
any possible design decisions they may come across in the future.
Most of the participants had a basic understanding of what Interior
Designers and Decorators do, but only a few seemed to know specific
differences. However, most seemed to disagree or strongly disagree with
Interior Design and Decoration being the same thing. Some of the answers I
received to questions 5 and 6 back up these findings:
Question 5: (What does Interior Design mean to you?)
lights. (Joe)
I think that they are kind of like someone that comes into your home
and takes down walls, redoes kitchens just kind of takes the old
house apart and redesigns it making sure all the new work is safe and
So, I only quoted a few individuals in this paper for what they understood
a Designer to be and the overall is that they seem to have a basic
understanding. Although, I found it interesting that not one person brought
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(Debbie)
Im really bad with words but they go behind the designer and make
it all go together. Flow so to speak. Make sure the designers colors
The answers in regard to what Interior Decoration is were in line with what
Id come to believe to be true for the most part. However, it seems that there
is a certain amount of confusion in regards to whom does what. Actually, I
found that some people believe Interior Decorators and Designers basically
work together. So, if a Designer goes in and lays out the space, the
Decorator goes in behind and adds accessories to finish it off. This is part of
the misconception of what the two do. Basically, if one hires a Designer,
thats who will do the entire project. However, if a Decorator needs to move
a wall, design a kitchen, or anything else of more complex nature, they
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people who have not obtained the proper certifications to label themselves
as Certified Interior Designers and, that they may possess the knowledge
and understanding. But, where should the general public draw the line? How
do they know that Joe-Shmoe, who may not be certified, is capable of
producing quality work that keeps their safety in check?
In conclusion, I have found evidence that the general public is
somewhat aware of what Interior Designers and Interior Decorators do.
Although most agree that the two are different, there wasnt enough truly
convincing information provided that indicated a strong understanding of
either. Most people did not say anything in regards to commercial design
(possibly because it was not in the questions) which led me to believe that
they were unaware of who did such tasks. As far as Kentuckys qualifications
for an Interior Designer goes; Kentucky is a Title Act state, which means
you must carry a certification in order to label yourself as a Certified Interior
Designer.In the end, it is only up to the professionals to educate the public.
Works Cited:
Professional
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