Interior Decorator
インテリアデコレーター
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Other Designers
Summary
A professional who selects and arranges furniture, lighting, decorations, colors, etc., according to the client's lifestyle and requests to create attractive and functional interior spaces.
Description
Interior decorators create and propose interior spaces tailored to clients' requests or brand images in residential or commercial spaces. They identify needs through interviews and provide total coordination of color palettes, furniture, lighting, textiles, and small items. They prepare presentation materials and mood boards, coordinate with contractors and manufacturers, and advance projects. Budget management, schedule adjustments, and staying current with trends are also key responsibilities, and they handle post-completion display setups and styling.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable due to the expansion of the housing renovation market and increased time spent at home. Sustainable design and proposal skills using digital tools are anticipated to be key differentiators.
Personality Traits
Attention to Detail / Excellent Aesthetic Sense / Excellent Communication Skills / Flexible and Adaptable / Good at Proposing Ideas
Work Style
Design Firm Employment / Freelance / In-House / Interior Shop Employment / Remote Hybrid
Career Path
Assistant Decorator → Interior Decorator → Senior Decorator → Chief Decorator/Space Stylist → Independent Practice
Required Skills
CAD Operation / Color Sense / Dimension Measurement / Interior Knowledge / Presentation Skills
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / Adobe Creative Suite / Architectural Knowledge / Color Coordination / English Document Reading
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine adjustments greatly impact the space's final finish. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary to accurately elicit and coordinate client's requests. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Original ideas and aesthetic sense are essential. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To incorporate the latest trends and materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because mainly desk work and small-scale site inspections. |
Related Qualifications
- Color Coordinator Certification
- Interior Coordinator (Qualification)
- Lighting Coordinator
- Residential Storage Specialist
Aliases
- Interior Coordinator
- Interior Stylist
- Space Decorator
Related Jobs
- Architect
- Interior Coordinator
- Interior Designer
- Interior Planner
- Space Designer