Written by: Micah Rooke Georgia CTAE Resource Network 2010

As our world continues to change the choices we make today will impact the future

Interior Design defined by NCIDQ is a… Multi-facetted profession in which creative and technical solutions are applied within a structure to achieve a built interior environment. These solutions are functional, enhance the quality of life and culture of the occupants and are aesthetically attractive. Designs are created in response to and coordinated with the building shell and physical location and social context of the project. Continued…

Designs must adhere to code and regulatory requirements and encourage the principles of environmental sustainability. The interior design process follows a systematic and coordinated methodology, including research, analysis, and integrations of knowledge into the creative process, whereby the needs and resources of the client are satisfied to produce an interior space that fulfill the project goal. …Continued

Tract Houses Custom Homes Manufactured Homes Mobile Homes Cooperatives Condominiums Rentals Knowledge impacts the choices you make.

Building materials Types and number of rooms Land surrounding house You have been hired based on your ability to make quality decisions about interiors. You are the expert.

City Rural Costal International We are not in the business of one size fits all. You must consider the location and the unique characteristics to that area.

Local State County International As a designer you must have knowledge of codes that may impact your client. This will differ for commercial and residential projects.

Green design Cradle to cradle Sustainability These factors need to be considered and implemented in all phases of your project.

Developing a Design Plan Assess client characteristics Analyze the environment Develop a preliminary budget Identify the project Compile a design resource file Plan use of space Choose a style and color scheme Select backgrounds, furnishings, lighting, and accessories Present design Implementation of design This will be discussed in detail in FCS-FID-7 and 8.

Family structures and roles Fashion and personal taste Population trends in area Economic conditions Ageing population/baby boomers You must know your clients’ needs. You are in the business of helping people find solutions to meet their specific needs.

American Institute of Architects Architectural Digest U.S Environmental Protection Agency U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Insurance Information Institute These are good sources to keep you informed about current issues related to the design industry.

HGTV has a show titled International House Hunters. Watch an episode of this show and take notes about the specific considerations the clients had to examine as they made their decision to purchase a home.