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Definition of Professional Interior Designer |
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Short Definition |
The Professional Interior Designer is qualified by education, experience, and examination to enhance the function and quality of interior spaces.
For the purpose of improving the quality of life, increasing productivity, and protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the public, the Professional Interior Designer: |
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Analyzes the client's needs, goals, and life and safety requirements |
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Integrates findings with knowledge of interior design |
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Formulates preliminary design concepts that are appropriate, functional, and aesthetic |
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Develops and presents final design recommendations through appropriate presentation media |
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Prepares working drawings and specifications for non-load bearing interior construction, materials, finishes, space planning, furnishings, fixtures and equipment |
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Collaborates with licensed practitioners who offer professional services in the technical areas of mechanical, electrical, and load-bearing design as required for regulatory approval |
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Prepares and administers bids and contract documents as the client's agent |
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Reviews and evaluates design solutions during implementation and upon completion |
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Scope of Services |
| The interior design professional provides services encompassing research, development, and implementation of plans and designs of interior environment to improve the quality of life, increase productivity, & protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. The interior design process follows a systematic and coordinated methodology. Research, analysis, and integration of information into the creative process result in an appropriate interior environment. Practitioners may perform any or all of following services. |
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Programming |
| Identify and analyze the needs and goals. Evaluate existing
documentation and conditions. Assess project resources and limitations. Identify life, safety, and code
requirements. Develop project schedules, work with their experience and knowledge of interior design.
Determine the need, make recommendations, and coordinate with consultants and other specialists when required by
professional practice or regulatory approval. |
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Conceptual Design |
| Formulate for client discussion and approval preliminary plans and design concepts that are appropriate and describe the character, function, and aesthetic of a project. |
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Design Development |
| Develop and present for client review and approval final design
recommendations for: space planning and furnishings arrangements, wall, window, floor, and ceiling treatments;
furnishings, fixtures, and millwork; color, finishes, and hardware; and lighting, electrical, and communications
requirements. Develop art, accessory, and graphic/signage programs. Develop budgets. Presentation media can include drawings, sketches, perspectives, renderings, color and material boards, photographs, and models. Contract Documents. Prepare working drawings and specifications for non-load bearing interior construction, materials, finishes, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment for client's approval. Collaborate with specialty consultants and licensed practitioners who offer professional services in the technical areas of mechanical, electrical, and load-bearing design as required by professional practice or regulatory approval. Identify qualified vendors. Prepare bid documentation. Collect and review bids. Assist clients in awarding contracts. |
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Project Management |
| Following project management principles, [ including: analysis, design/development, programming, testing, implementation, documentation, and project management ]; develop the clients needs, feasibility, workflow analysis, system/data requirements, cost/benefit analysis and contractor analysis. Responsible for project management including scheduling, resource management, scope definition, risk analysis & issue resolution, project definition, presentations, supervision, guidance of personnel, and subcontract management. Responsible for installation, integration and client signoff. |
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Contract Administration | | Administer contract documents as the client's agent. Confirm required permits are obtained. Review and approve shop drawings and samples to assure they are consistent with design concepts. Conduct on site visits and field inspections. Monitor contractors' and suppliers progress. Oversee on their clients' behalf the installation of furnishings, fixtures, and equipment. Prepare lists of deficiencies for the client's use. |
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Evaluation |
| Review and evaluate the implementation of projects while in progress and upon completion as representative of and on behalf of the client. |
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Member: ASID American Society of Interior Designers |
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