One of the biggest questions aspiring interior designers ask is, “How do interior designers make money?” While client projects are the most obvious income source, successful designers leverage multiple revenue streams to maximize their earnings. In this guide, we’ll break down the various ways interior designers make money, from traditional service-based income to passive revenue streams…
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Pricing your interior design or decorating services can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re just starting out. Charge too little, and you risk undervaluing your expertise. Charge too much, and you may struggle to attract clients. So, how do you set the right price for your services? In this guide, we’ll break down the most common…
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What’s the difference between an Interior Designer and an Interior Decorator? Most states allow anyone to use the title “Interior Designer” even without a degree, formal training, or certification. So you can’t assume one has more training or experience than the other. The biggest difference between a decorator and a designer is the expectations. Most…
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Can You Become an Interior Designer Without a Degree? One of the most common questions I get asked by my course students is if they can call themselves an “Interior Designer” if they don’t have a degree. Most states allow anyone to call themselves an Interior Designer regardless of education, training, or experience. There are certain…
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Yes, anyone can assist on new builds and remodel projects if there is a contractor on the project. The homeowner can also choose to act as contractor which means they are responsible for hiring their own subcontractors (ex. plumber, electrician, etc.) I personally don’t recommend acting as contractor unless you are licensed as there is…
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Let’s be honest. Design clients don’t want to know your credentials, they want to see your work. When they are paying top dollar to hire a designer they want to make sure they are getting someone who knows what they’re doing. A client expects you as the designer to know how to mix patterns/colors, have…
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