What is Interior Design?

    Back in primary school, my Arts and Crafts teacher punished me for not achieving at least a B+ in the subject. I thought he was crazy. Why was he insisting that my classmates and I perform well in Arts and Crafts?

  “What career choices are there with a good grade in Art?” I often wondered.

  The constant thrashing back in primary school left me less bothered about the subject in high school. Looking back, I wish I continued studying Art because I would not have wasted a year in my adult life doing the same.  Prior knowledge in Art is a major requirement when you want to undertake an interior design course.

  What is interior design? For most people, they cannot differentiate between an interior designer and interior decorator. Although the two are for the most part related, they have a significant difference. Interior design is the art or discipline of improving the functionality of a room while making it aesthetically appealing.  An interior designer goes through formal training before going into private practice.

   Some of the skills imparted to an interior designer include:

•          Color combination

•         Space arrangement

•          Positioning of windows or doors

•          Lighting

•          Draperies, carpets and fabrics among others

  While the above are the most common skills, interior designers can also help you in demolishing walls that no longer serve the practicality of your space. Similarly, interior design is linked with architects, contractors and engineers to enhance the internal building.

  On the other hand, interior decorators do not have to go through formal training. Decorators work on an already completed building while it may not be the case for interior design experts.  You can learn how to be a DIY decorator from online sources. All you need is a passion for arranging things and making spaces look beautiful. 

    A decorator’s work entails making decisions on:

•           interior décor style

•           Furniture

•          color

•          and decor accessories.

  However, these may not always be professional but out of preference.

  What is interior design? It is a flexible course that allows you to specialize in a specific field. While some choose to concentrate on soft furnishings, others prefer upholstery or furniture, ceilings, walls and floors among others. It is not odd to find interior design and decoration services in one stop. Most interior designers have excellent interior design ideas that could make your home get the look and feel you want.

   An interior design expert specializing in soft furnishings and home decor in Nairobi, Kenya runs Scola Interiors. This means all your drapery/curtains needs can be met by Scola to make your room appear smaller or larger. In addition, your space can be comfortable, tranquil, cheerful or dramatic depending on the color choices you and Scola Interiors agree on, your preference being of utmost importance.