Architectural Decoration Pattern Designer
けんちくそうしょくずあんか
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Other Designers
Summary
A specialist profession that plans and produces decorative patterns for the interior and exterior of buildings, materializing them through design drawings and models.
Description
Architectural decoration pattern designers devise patterns such as decorative motifs, reliefs, mosaics, etc., for building walls, ceilings, columns, window frames, and produce drawings, models, and perspectives. They are involved in a wide range from decorative designs for the restoration and reconstruction of historic buildings to decorative plans that enhance the theme and atmosphere of new construction projects. Collaborating with clients, architects, and craft workers, they select materials and consider construction methods while materializing the finished image. To fuse traditional techniques with modern expressions, a deep understanding of cultural backgrounds, art history, and architectural history is required.
Future Outlook
Steady demand continues due to needs for unique space staging and restoration of historic buildings. Amid advances in digital technology and 3D modeling, fusion with traditional techniques is required, so the market value of highly specialized architectural decoration pattern designers is expected to be maintained.
Personality Traits
Excellent aesthetic sense / Excellent communication skills / Has curiosity and spirit of inquiry / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Architectural Decoration Office Assistant → Junior Architectural Decoration Pattern Designer → Senior Pattern Designer → Chief Designer → Freelance/Independent
Required Skills
CAD (AutoCAD·Vectorworks) / Drafting (Hand-drawn) / Graphic Software / Model Making
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling Software / English Literature Reading / Traditional Crafts Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precise drawings and finishes down to the finest details are required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Original creativity is essential for creating unique decorative patterns. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little complex mathematical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with little heavy labor. |
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