An Interior Designer may work for a variety of clients, from homeowners to corporations, so their everyday duties vary depending on their current client and the firm they work for. Their basic responsibilities primarily involve:
Visiting job sites to analyze space availability, design needs and the purpose of the space.
Attending client meetings to understand the design needs and client preferences regarding interior styles and colors.
Creating initial design sketches, color themes and ideas based on client requirements and space availability.
Getting approval from the client before creating CAD designs and detailed briefs for workers and supervisors.
Hiring contractors and vendors to implement design ideas, such as Carpenters, Painters, Plumbers, Electricians and Artists.
Overseeing the buying process of all raw materials and items required to complete the project.
Arranging client visits and keeping everyone involved in the project appraised of its progress.
Ensuring project completion within the allocated budget and timeline.