Art & stories · Building & fixing
What does a
interior designer do?
Designs indoor spaces so they look good and work well.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Meets clients, plans layouts, picks colours and furniture, and works with builders.
Skills to practise
Creativity, measuring, communication.
How to explore this path
A design course or degree, plus a portfolio.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Interior Designer connects with Art, Maths. You may enjoy this work if you like creative, with people.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Redesign your room on paper to make it more useful.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Printable activities are currently in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Interior designers plan how rooms look and feel.
What helps?
Having an eye for colour and space.
Learning about the path
You take design courses.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?