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Interior Design? I'm a sophmore in high school and I want to go to the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and major in Interior Design. Does anyone go there and could tell me anything? What is the highest math I should take, and what sciences should I take? I'm in Algebra 2 right now and I can either go on to Pre-Cal and Calculus or take Trigonometry and Senior Math. ( very leaning towards trig and senior math, i hate math ) but I want to be the best at my career. Any advice of anything having to do with Interior Design is appreciated! Thanks in advance.

interior design? well starting off i am in grade nine and i want to be an interior designer when i grow up. my dad told me if i want to suceed in interior d. i have to start learning about it from now. does anyone have any websites about learning interior designing , do you have any tips for me, and know any books for beginners? thanks alot p.s. i would love for any actual interior designers to help me too! ^.^

Interior design? what opportunities does a 30year old person with a BFA degree of interior design have? I will be transfer to University next semester. Since i have majored in this subject i know i need to get some experience in this industry while i am in school, however it was so hard to find a part-time job in this industry. what jobs are relate to interior design??

INTERIoR DESIGN!!? which university/college is best for interior design please.. which has the best reputation + job prospects AND pls what is expected in the portfolio.. detail please.. thank you very much x which university/college is best for interior design please.. which has the best reputation + job prospects but i wud like to see my options in order of which is best rep + job prospect wise and then rep + job prospects + which has a more mixed race student congregation (i would rather a boiling pot than be the only black person there) but make sure you tell me which is best and why AND pls what is expected in the portfolio.. detail please.. thank you very much x p.s.s i want to do interior decor so which is directed more to interior decor way than design??

Interior design ideas for a working British style Phone Booth (the red one) into a living/rec. room? I once saw a working phone booth, with door and all, incorporated into a living room in an interior design magazine. I am currently planning designs for my basement-party-lounge room, and think this design element would be a great conversation piece for guests. (also serves a purpose) Please post any links to articles or pictures of something similar to this, thanks!

What is the difference between interior design and interior design+foundations for design? I'm taking interior design in a year and ahalf for univeristy... and I'm requesting the info right now. but it gives to program choices...interior design and interior design with foundations for design? Whats the difference? which oen do i choose? I only want to be an interior designer.

where can i good interior design images on the net? im tryin to get some good interior design ideas, but i only find books ion interior designs. If any61 knw where to find it, please do let me knw. thank you.

What 's the difference between interior architecture and interior design ? is there any difference between interior architecture and interior design ?and how it's different ? if it 's different what s more likely for me to do interior architecture or interior design ? =]

How do you go about starting an interior design business? I haven't done any research or anything, so don't come down on me too hard for asking. My degree is in Architecture but I have always been more interested in interior & kitchen design, plus you don't need a license to practice interior design in the US. Any thoughts, resources? And where do designers get those enormous design catalogues from? (think Candice Olson from Divine Design) Manufacturers? Hi, I live in NY state. We don't need one here, as far as I know.

How do i prepare a portfolio for college for interior design or design and management? i'm going into 11th grade, and i know i want to go to Parson's New School of Design to study interior design or design management. How can i start now to build a portfolio for interior design or Design and management? what should be included?

Please help me interior design n decorate a home for a newly wed?Has to be super hot.? My dears, I have to interior design a bedroom for newly weds and it has to be something not so cliche' rather sexy .Can you please throw in some great ideas or website links will be much appreciated.

Do you think my niche in interior design for children with green design a good specialty? I have an business in interior design and decorative painting. I have recently decided to specialize in children's decor from the nursery to teen-age retreat with an emphasis on eco-friendly products that are organic and all natural. I am a full service design studio, but wanted to be set apart from the rest. What do you think?

How can I prepare myself for interior design in college? I am a sophomore in high school who is looking to pursue a career in interior design. Next school year, I am taking an interior design class. But I feel that it will not be enough. How can I fully prepare myself for whatlies ahead of me in college. Sort of irrelevant but: For college I would love to attend either the Cleveland Institute of Art, or Syracuse University. If you can give me any other suggestions, that would be extremely helpful.

Do you need an MA in interior design in order to work as a preoffessional interior designer? I have a BA in architecture, with experience in interior design. The question is, would I need to qualify in order to become a professional interior designer? I live and work in the UK btw. Thanks in advance for all your tips and advice.

What are universities with good interior design programs? I want to get a bachelor's degree in interior design. I absolutely DO NOT want to go to an art/design school. I want a large, well rounded university with lots of options like the university of texas. I have a few schools in mind, I just wanted to explore my options. Also, I know some schools want to see a portfolio with your application, so if you could let me know if the school requires that or not, that would be awwwwesome.

Can you do interior design in Virginia without a certification? I designed a room for a friend, and they ended up loving it, showing it to their friends, and now I have two more potential clients who want me to design rooms for them. I don't want to continue with this hobby until I know for sure if I legally can. I live in Virginia, so can I legally do interior design without a certification? Thanks! I'll choose a best answer!

What is the career potential for interior design? I wish I could choose to go into a field that has high demand, but my only real passion and interests are in art/design. To me, interior design honestly seems the most practical, but is there really enough demand in the job market? I've been asking around and people tell me to go into what my heart is in, and I definitely do strongly lean towards art, though I just don't want to waste my time and effort. I guess I'm just looking for reassurance or advice on interior design and jobs in the art/design area in general.

What is the difference between Product Design, Interior Design and Graphic Design? Is a career in Product Design lucrative? I can draw visualize and am creative, starting from scratch, are there any institutes in Mumbai? Is free lancing an option? Any search engine leads me to Interior Design and Graphic Design, Is Product Design a general term for both? Is a graduation in Hotel Management sufficient or engineering is compulsory? Please help!

What is the difference between an accredited interior design school and one that isn't? there are many schools around my area that offer interior design as a major. but only a couple are accredited. so if i went to a school that hasn't been accredited for it's interior design program, how would that affect my interior design career?

How do you start an interior design business? I'd like to start an interior design business. It's my passion. And how do you get people to notice you or make you successful by giving you lots of business? Please help! Thanks!

What is the differnece between INTERIOR architecture and interior design? Okay i want to know waht is the differnece between INTErIOEr architecture and interioer design. BY major and Carrer. and would it be good to get a bachelor in Architecture and a minor in Interior Arrchitecture and then get a bachelors in Interior design.

How do i choose a sewing machine for designing clothes and some interior design? I am a beginner sewer but my goal is to design clothes and to do some interior design projects. My budget is $100-$200. I want something that will suitable for designing QUALITY clothes. Is this possible with my budget? Any suggestions?

what is the difference between interior design and professional home design? i am interested in becoming an architect. i know what kind of architecture i want to be. but i dont know what its call. i just want to draw a single homes w/ rooms, bathroom, living room and ext from foundation up. what is it call? interior design or professional home design?

What is the best college for interior design in the US? Right now i am a freeman in highschool and always wanted to study interior design but i don't know what classes you need to take to get the credits for college. and what is the best college for interior design out there?

Do you need a degree in Interior design to become an interior designer? I have a degree in Literary Arts and in corporate PR. How do I go about pursuing a career in interior design? I am very good at decorating & design, it is my passion and I have always received numerous compliments from almost everyone who has visited my home.

what is the difference between a degree in interior design and interior architecture? are these the same degrees with different names? some colleges' interior design programs are within the architecture dept. and some are within the fine arts dept. the coursework doesn't seem that different. does anyone know which degree would be the best choice for future career income? i'm currently looking at the art institute of dallas..id degree in fine arts. help!

What degree do I need for a good interior design job? I am trying to decide between and associate of arts degree at a local community college or a bachelor's from the state college, but my husband would prefer not to move 6 hours away to the state college. Are there any interior designers who could give me info about the type of jobs I could get with an AA in interior design?

What is required to start your own interior design business? I am in New York. Do I need an interior design license from New York State? What is needed? Even if you aren't from New York, what are the requirements for your state? Are there any requirements at all? Do I need to just register for a sole propiertorship?

What is the difference between a Bachelor of Science Interior Design and Bachelor of Fine Arts Interior Design I have been looking at several schools, and some offer a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and some a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design. What is the difference?

What is the difference between Interior Design and Interior Decorating? I do not want to hear something that makes sense to me. Because aren't interior designers and decorators the same thing I mean. What do designers do any different from decorators. I mean don't designers and decorators both design a room and put up decorations. Please HELP!!!!

Does anyone know how to start an interior design business? Here's the details. Everyone that see's my home raves about my decorating and tells me I should be a designer. Thats fine and sounds very interesting to me, but I have no formal education in interior design. There is not a single college that offers these types of programs in my area and my husband is military, so I cannot move to attend college. I was wondering if it's possible to start a decorating service that just advices clients and helps them with their redecoration. Rather than completely doing the job for them and charging them some sort of insane fee. I want to give people ideas and then help them do that. Like painting etc. And make it very affordable also. Would anyone have any advice on how I should go about this?

How would I describe an interior design photo or plan on how it inspires me? I have photos and pictures of design plans of interior designs and I need to write about each one on how it inspires me. What aspects could I write about? Please help! Please, I need more answers!!

What type of school should I study interior design at? When desiring a degree in an art based career is it better to go to an art school/career school or is going to a regular university sufficient enough? I want to study interior design, but art schools are sooooo expensive. So I'm wondering if it would be fine just going to a traditional university that offers interior design? Please help. Thank you.

What is a good interior design software? I'm looking for a good interior design software, i found a couple but im not sure what to get. What do you recommend?

What are some cheap interior design ideas? Moving into my new apartment and would like some ideas on how to paint, create furniture, anything really. I'm really into DIY so those ideas will get preference. I also would like it to look very modern, minimalist, and simple. Any links to websites or blogs that deal with DIY indie modern interior design would be greatly appreciated.

What is the traditional interior design for a home built 1920? I'd like to know what was typical in interior design for a home in this period. I'm buying a cottage style home built in 1920, and I'd love to integrate some of the traditional style with my contemporary taste. What was popular in color, line, etc? Any suggestions for websites that I can check out would be so appreciated =) Thanks!

What qualities do you need to pursue a field in interior design? i know you need creativity and a sense of style but do you need art? and what is the difference between interior design and interior decorating? one more question would an online interior course be good or is it better to go to an art school? thanks so much, and i appreciate you taking your time to read this i will def. pick a best answer!

What Interior Design courses do I need to take? I will be an upcoming freshman in the fall, I want to major in Interior Design but i don't know what college courses I need to take my freshman year. Please tell me what courses are needed for Interior design.

How do I become a High School Interior design teacher? Ok, I have officially decided that i love everything about interior design, and want it to be my major. However, I have sparked a new found passion within the last year of my life, and have decided that I also want to do teaching at the secondary level. My only problem is discovering how to be a high school teacher who would teach interior design.

How much should I expect to pay for interior design consultation? I would like to hire an interior designer to help me design my home. The furniture throughout my home is high quality and is traditional in style. I may need to add or replace very few furniture items, but seriously need need help with color selection. How much should I expect to pay for color consultation for a 2 story traditional home?

is it better to get an interior design degree or an interior decorating degree? is the money better for interior design? i understand the differences between the two: designer must be licensed, can change structures, etc., but which is a more lucrative career path?

What is the best way to promote an interior design business that would not cost a lot of money? I have been in business for almost one year. I have a small store where I sell home accessories and I also have interior design business. Both are not doing well. I'm out of money however really want to make this business work. Any suggestion?

What jobs are available in the field of interior design with a business degree? I want to study business in school and minor in art, or possibly double major.. Then I would like to get into the interior design field. Maybe working for a large firm or business. What sorts of jobs are available with this degree?

Is there a name for the interior design where they nail a bunch of random items to the walls? I've been in more chain restaurants than I care to admit and they all seem to have the same interior design cues. A bunch of garage sale fodder is invariably nailed to the walls; old board games b-movie posters from the 50's...sometimes they'll go as far as to find memorabilia related to the area. There is a Ruby Tuesday's in my area that has items from the local university and high schools on the walls. Is there a name for that kind of design?

What are the best online interior design and home websites? I know about Martha Stewart, but what are some other reputable or well-known websites with great interior design and homeware tips?

How to know which online interior design courses that are reliable? I am looking for a reliable school to enrol in a home interior design course. To study online a few hours a day and to finish the course in 1 to 1 1/2 years.

My major is Interior Design, but how do I know if thats the right career for me? This fall i will attend an undergraduate university to study interior design, i am excited but nerves at the same time. Is there anyone who is already in the profession who could get me some advice. What convinced you to becoming an interior designer? Can you also describe a normal day at your job. thanks in advance.

I want to do a Masters in Interior Design in Italy and I found 2 schools Florence Design Academy and? Accademia Italiana in Florence, can anyone tell me which is better? Also are there any better schools in Europe for a Masters Degree in Interior Design?

What type of companies or industries service interior designers & the interior design industry? For example: Custom Interior Fabricators, textile fabricators.. Also, what keywords would those in the interior design industry use to find these companies online.

My fiance wants to break into the interior design industry. What is the best way for her to do so? My fiance is a Sales Executive for a fortune 100 corporation but her true passion is interior design. I would like to help her pursue her passion while still keeping up with her day job, at least until she can afford to design full time. Do you have any suggestions for us?

How successful would i be at interior design? I am going to be starting college this fall, and im some what interested in interior design. How successful of a career would i have with the states of things right now. Is that a prominate field to go into right now?

What are the best colleges in the country for interior design? I am a junior in high school and I am interested in pursuing interior design. I live in Santa Monica, so I am down the street from Los Angeles. I am curious as to what the most prestigious colleges are for interior design in the U.S. but I am most interested in the Los Angeles City area. Thanks!

How much would I make working for an interior design firm? I would love to pursue a career as an interior designer, and based on my research, I would earn more working for an interior design firm rather than a free-lance interior designer (is this true??). Can anyone give me some advice? Also how should I start building a resume now when I'm 16 for when I study in university for a bachelor's degree?

Does anyone know good website for interior design ideas? I am getting a new place so need have some ideas. Does anyone know some good website for interior design?

Marketing my interior design business to Contractors? I am an Interior Designer who would like to specialize in helping contractors design new homes (presold or spec). I currently work for a design center that offers cabinets, carpet, tile, hardood & slab countertops. I feel that I could be a single source for a contractor to go to for design help (since a lot of them don't want to deal with this end of it). I could also select paint colors, appliances, lighting & plumbing fixtures. I would love any ideas on how to market contractors!

How came no one calls my Interior Design business? I have a degree and beautiful before and after pictures.? I opened up my own Interior Design business with a business partner. Who it's a designer too. I have my site advertised in 7 different other sites and I see that people looks at the website daily. All of my friends who have visited the website, love the work they see! What's going on?

Is it possible to get into fashion design with an interior design degree? What do I need to do? I am currently an interior design major but I really want to do all sorts of design like design interiors AND do fashion. Do I need to go to grad school? What do I need to do to be able to do both?? THANK YOU!

What's the best (and cheapest) way to study interior design? I am extremely interested in studying interior design, but have no intent in making a career out of it.

Is there a directory which lists interior design firms in all countries of Asia? I am looking for a directory which lists Interior Design firms in all countries of Asia. Directory may be online or a physical directory. Paid or free.

Where can I find information about interior design online? Where can I find more information/books/ebook/ free site about interior design. I am going to study in Ryerson University and need to find books to read before that. Please help Thank you!

What are the best colleges in the country for interior design? I am a junior in high school and I am interested in pursuing interior design. I live in New York, so I am close to New York City. I am curious as to what the most prestigious colleges are for interior design in the U.S. but I am most interested in the New York City area. Thanks!

What other types of companies can an college graduate in interior design work for? My girlfriend is a recent college graduate in interior design. She moved to minneapolis and has tried a lot of architecture firms to see who is hiring but to no avail. She is very upset that she cant find a job in her major because of the lack of hosuing and commecial starts in the current economy. What other companies could she work for with that major or other jobs she should look for?

are there any fun interior design games out there? and I'm not talking barbie,that are free? i love designing rooms and all that so i googled interior design games and all that came up was barbie and sites for 6 year olds!! does anyone know any good games about interior design? please tell me!

What are the exercises for entrance exam in Interior Design? I want to study Interior Design as a BA, but most art and design institutes ask the candidates to do those practical exercises as part of their entrance exam. 1. What are you suppose to do in them? 2. Do I need to be very skilled in sketching or is a simple training good enough? Many thanks in advance!

How do I get an interior design license in Utah? I have a degree but not in Interior Design but have been doing my own design and for friends for years. I want to have the license so I can go in and make purchases on behalf of clients. How do I get an official license? So someone below says all you need to do is get a business license and you don't need a degree. I can definitely do that very easily - just form an LLC and get the license. Is there anything else I need to do and is this correct? I don't need a degree or have to take some sort of course to get a certificate or something?

what classes would I be taking with the Penn Foster Career in interior design? I haven't finished my classes yet for Penn Foster High, but when I'm finished I'm planning on going on to their career college, and either I'll be going in to interior design or Floral design (which in my old high school I was in Horticulture, floral, and landscape). So what classes, and what would I be learning, so maybe I could get a head start. Thanks.

How would I go about getting a Bachelors Degree in Interior Design? I will be an Int'l student and have taken TOEFL. In 1 year I would have completed my undergrad studies from India in Commerce field (bcom) and i already hold a diploma in Interiors. I am working currently and have completed one year at my current job with an impressive portfolio. Now to further enhance my design skills and gain a wider perceptive, I am seeking a Bachelors degree in Interior Design and I was wondering if it would require a SAT. I want to get the course done in 2 years at max, as i already have a diploma, i might not have to take all courses. Which universities offer such program and how much would they cost? Also are they reputed and Accredited colleges? If it would be close to New Jersey it would be awesome.. Thanks for helping me make an important decision in my life.

I want to do a course on interior design at home? Health wise not fit enough to go to college but would love to do an interior design course from home anyone any ideas on this. Any information on this would be great thanks. Thanks Liznightngale Thanks Terrance D. I hope your enjoying it so far. I should have done this years ago but life takes us on different paths i suppose. I'm nearly 40 but would still like to fulfill this. Thanks Sarah A and Pierce appreciate what you said and i will e-mail you.x

How hard is it to find an interior design job in LA? How competitive is the industry there? I'd like to find an interior design job in LA, but it seems like when I send a resume, I never get any response. Are these people slow to respond, or are they turned off by the fact that I'm from out of state? Help!

How to get an interior design related job? I'm getting so frustrated looking for an entry level job in interior design. Any designers/ redesigners/stagers out there. I'm majoring in ID but would love to get my feet wet. Are there special publications where they list ID jobs. I can't do ID yet, but would love to help with staging or redesign. How would I go about it. Thank you in advance.

What is a job that involves working with floor plans and interior design? Okay so im in high school and im trying to figure out what i want to do when i get older..im thinking something that deals with floor plans and like interior design..any ideas? thanks!

What is a good college to go to for interior design? Ive always wanted to be an interior designer and I was wondering what colleges are good for interior design? I live in Oregon, but they don't need to be around that area. Thanks.

Are there any virtual interior design sites that could help me? I am moving to a new apartment and I want to lay everything that I think I will buy out- so I need an interior design site that can virtually set up my apartment.

How hard is it to get into the Wedding Planning or Interior Design feilds? I currently have a degree in Graphic Design, but I've been considering starting a Wedding planning buisiness or becoming an Interior Designer. I plan to go back to school either way, but I don't know anyone in these fields. So I'm wondering how hard it is to get into these fields and be succesfull. I have a little experience doing both and think I'd really enjoy either one. Thanks in advance! I hadn't really thought of commercial or domestic interior design. They would probably both be pretty rewarding. I suppose commercial would be a little better with larger budgets and customers probably have a clearer idea of what they want.

What is the average salary for an administrative assistant in an interior design company? I work at an interior design company, and I was wondering what the average salary is for an entry-level administrative assistant in an interior design company. Im under a two-week trial and at the end of the two weeks I will have to discuss salary, how should I approach it? are there any guidelines? what is the professional way to approach the subject? I live in New York City if that is of any relevance.

Do you have to know how to draw to pursue interior design? I'm approaching my final year in high school and I want to go to a post secondary interior design school. I've read the requirements of a few schools and they require for you to know how to draw. Problem is that I'm not the best artist but I love creating new looks. Is it possible to get into the programs without having the ability to actually draw them?

Who knows how much is the tuition for interior design course in the Philippines? I am a homemaker and I am thinking of taking up interior design, I wonder how much it would cost me..can someone please tell me?

do you think that I should major into interior design and dietetics? Interior design is really what I want to go for. and I think I will. But the what if's are going into my head. So dietetics should be a back-up plan. but the problem is this: longer time spent studying science which I plan not to go into unless I seriously can't get a job in interior design. so do you still think that'll be a smart move to invest an extra 1.5 years in college?

Any advice for switching careers from IT to Interior Design? I love interior design, and would like to switch to that from computers. Any suggestions on what I should do aside from the typical "take classes" approach. I have an "eye" for color, and furnishing arrangements. Friends (I've had forever) always complement me on my apartment layout and my personal tastes. Thanks!

Does anypone know of a interior design grad of Fanshawe that would want to help me in redocorating? I want to redocorate a few rooms in my house and would like to use a recent grad of interior design that wants to get some experience, build up their portfolio and save me some $. Is their anyone that you would reccomend?

What is the difference between a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design? I have been looking at several schools, and some offer a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and some a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design. What is the difference?

What are the best online courses on interior design/decoration that offer a degree or certification? Looking for established universities, colleges or institutes that offer interior design courses on the web, possibly on a part time basis, and give recognized certificates and/or degrees after completion of a period of such studies.

what Irish colleges offer good interior design courses and what are the entry requirements? do you need art? do you need Art as a Leaving Cert subject to get into an interior design course? im not doin it as a subject but am very interested in design!

What schools offer a degree in Interior Design in Massachusetts? i really want to become an interior designer and i dont know what colleges around me, like even anywhere in new england, preferably Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire offer degrees in interior design. I want to be have a career in interior decorating mostly, and design, and i know that i need a degree in that but i dont know what colleges to start applying to? help!

Which website have restaurant interior design reference? I'm going to do a restaurant interior design assignment this semester. But, hard to find reference, do anyone know which website have restaurant interior design reference, including the material, furniture and also the layout plan?

Are there any free online interior design sites? I'm looking for a free online interior design site, where you can like... drag and drop furniture into a room to see how it would look, maybe be able to change the way the room itself is constructed so it looks more like our house... Does anyone know of a site like this?

What kind of job can you get with an Interior Design Certificate? I've already wasted 4 years of college in a field I wasn't meant for and now I'm paying out of pocket to go into Interior Design which I really enjoy. I can only afford to go to a Tech School and get a certificate for it. How far can I go and what kind of jobs can I get with that?

Anyone know of any great books on Italian reinassance revival interior design? This is going to be used for a class project. Even though its just a class project, i would still like top notch design books because I plan on being an interior designer in the near future.

Where can i find a sample/example of an interior design contract? I am going to start my own business in interior design and I am looking for a sample of a contract that I shall use with future clients.

How Can I Find a retired managment of an Interior Design Firm? I am partner of a Interior Design Firm in Lima Peru, and I have many doubts about a few specific subjects about how to manage an Interior Design Fimr in order to be succesful, and also to practice my english.

How to start a career in interior design? For a school leaver? Im 16 and just left school and i really want to study interior design, but there are no colleges in my area that have courses on it. Is there any other way i could go about it?