When we hear the term interior designers, we think of Gauri Khan, Twinkle Khanna, Suzanne Khan, we see them partying in the most exotic locations and wish to become someone like them. But not many of us know what goes into leading that kind of lifestyle. Interior designers do much more than just choose the décor for your house.

At JD Institute of Fashion Technology, we have vowed to change this myth about interior design. It is the place where you can learn and explore that even an empty wall can be molded into something aesthetic. We offer interior designing courses varying from a 4-year undergraduate course to a 2-year post-graduate course and if you can’t devote that much time, we have a 1-year diploma course as well.

People don’t know but interior designers work in close proximity with the architects. These are the people who make sure even an inch of your space is utilized in the best possible way. Interior designers help people to plan the layout, structure, color schemes, furniture, and decoration of their property. The most common options to pursue an interior design career would be an interior designer and interior decorator.

If you want to study interior design being a 12 pass is a must, although there are some institutes that have additional criteria like studying physics and, mathematics, as a full-time course or as additional subjects to apply for this course.

Most of the institutes pick students by a written examination, very few prefer an interview and the examination is basically a design aptitude test after which the selected candidates can submit their portfolios.

Just like any other profession, there is a certain skill set required to be an interior designer. You have to be creative, should be able to visualize, and have design sense. These are the basic skills and aptitude required to be an interior designer:

1.     Ability to get into the technicalities

2.     Scientific Aptitude

3.     Analytical Mind

4.     Color Sense

5.     Should be able to communicate well

6.     Should be a team worker

7.     Should have drawing aptitude

8.     Visual sensitivity

9.     Ability to work in a given budget

10.  Knowledge of textures, materials, and trends

Whether you want to be an interior designer or just someone who likes things to be aesthetic.

These are some interior design trends that you ought to know about:

Try adding an old-world charm

Nothing beats a wooden sofa; it makes your room look bigger without doing much. They come in various wood types and designs. You should know that it requires polishing from time to time as it attracts termites quite easily. So, if you want a sofa set, go for engineered wood over solid wood.

Increase the seating space

If you have a good living room space, an L-shaped sofa would be an ideal addition to the empty space. It is a life savior when you have a small get-together at home.

 A U-shaped seating spaces

If you live with a big joint family, then a U-shaped seating space is a must-have. Just let the conversations flow without having to compromise with the aesthetic of the house. You can get it placed near windows for ventilation.

Three-seater sofa for small families

This type of seating is commonly opted for by nuclear families, where there are mid-size living rooms.  You can add a rug that goes with the color palette of your living room and a small-size coffee table if you wish.

A 5-seater sofa for large homes

This sofa gives your home a cozy vibe yet stylish vibe if it goes well with the rest of the room. It will definitely give your house a royal look.

A Leather Sofa

A leather sofa looks timeless, it never goes out of style. It gives your room a luxurious vibe. It will look so elegant with a marble-top coffee table and massive paintings on the wall.

Compact and Versatile Sofa beds

Sofa beds are perfect for those who live in 1BHK and don’t have enough space. These types of sofas are popular among young professionals who want a sofa and comfy bed on the budget of just one. You can flatten out the sofas when you have an unexpected visitor.

If you wish to design your home, it can hectic but would be equally fruitful if you follow these easy tips:

Choose your design: Jot down what you want with the color scheme, whether you want a rustic or more of an elegant theme. Attention to detail is very important.

Set a budget: It is important so that you don’t go overboard. Your budget should be as per the size of your property, should be able to cover taxes or contingency expenses.

Home plans and prices: pre-drawn home plans are known to be cost-effective. You can choose whether you want a farmhouse, a cottage, a log cabin, or a craftsman bungalow.

Custom Home Team: If you choose a custom home, you will require a full-fledged team that will comprise an architect, a general contractor, and sub-contractors.  Don’t miss out on any detail to the architect, he can make your room well-lit with the walk-in closet of your dreams.

If you want to be an interior designer, remember that it is not necessary that the client would like your taste. It is the most unprofessional thing to force your taste upon your client. It will take time to build your name. We always tell that to your students. Bollywood Wives show has in a way set unreal expectations when it comes to a career in interior designing. Patience is a virtue that we at JD Institute of Fashion Technology teach our students and our institute does not shy away from sharing the reality of designing the world just to attract more students. The interior designing field can be rewarding if you have the talent. So, join this course if you think you have it in you to be one.