Job Description
Interior design is dedicated to improving the decoration and functionality of any interior space – residential, commercial, and industrial. Interior designers draw on a combination of engineering and artistic skills to determine the structure of a space, satisfy the needs of occupants, and meet all safety standards or building codes. Many fashion designers are employed by furnishing companies and design firms; others work in conjunction with architects, contractors, and consultants.

Median Salary
$45,000

The middle 50 percent earned between $34,620 and $61,880.

Education Requirements
Entry-level interior designers typically hold at least a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design. Educational programs will strike a balance between mastering design skills and fostering creative, innovative thinking about interior spaces. Professionals in the field continue on to earn a Master of Fine Arts or equivalent degree.

Job Outlook
Employment of interior designers is expected to grow 19 percent from 2008 to 2018, faster than the average for all occupations. An increasing interest in interior design and awareness of its benefits will increase demand for designers. As businesses realize the improvements that can be made to worker and customer satisfaction through good design, they will use interior designers to redesign their offices and stores.