/r/InteriorDesign
Interior Design is the art and science of understanding people's behavior to create functional spaces within a building.
It is a multi-faceted profession in which creative and technical solutions are applied within a structure to achieve a built interior environment. These solutions are functional, enhance the quality of life and culture of the occupants and are aesthetically attractive.
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Interior design
Interior Design is the art and science of understanding people's behavior to create functional spaces within a building.
It is a multi-faceted profession in which creative and technical solutions are applied within a structure to achieve a built interior environment. These solutions are functional, enhance the quality of life and culture of the occupants and are aesthetically attractive.
It includes a scope of services performed by a professional design practitioner qualified by means of education, experience and examination, to protect and enhance the health, life safety, and welfare of the public. Full Definition
State of the Subreddit
This subreddit is a place to discuss the practice and profession of interior design.
An important part of this requires users like you to submit appropriate Interior Design content. This includes professional design, floor plans, RCPs, renderings, education and certification questions, discussions about Revit/AutoCAD/SketchUp, etc.
Rules
Rule #1: This subreddit is for Interior Design, not Interior Decoration.
Rule #2: No Free Work. You must propose a solution to your design problem to start the conversation. This goes for everything from picking finishes and furniture to layouts and full renovations. Quality posts include sketches, photos, and/or product images.
Rule #3: Minimum Standards. Design posts require credit to the designer and/or a writeup detailing what was done and why. Single-image posts are discouraged and AI renderings are not acceptable. Render posts must be flaired. Low-effort posts will be removed.
Rule #4: Do your own research. We don't identify furniture, styles, or products. Questions and discussions about the purpose of design elements are acceptable.
Resources
Differences between Interior Design and Decorating
What is Interior Design? How do I get a job in the field? - A Primer
Book recommendations for Interior Designers
SketchUp Make - best free 3d modeling application
NCIDQ + Interior Design Profession AMA
To find a designer in your area, use ASID's search tool or NCIDQ's search tool. On ASID's tool, each individual's page will list whether or not they have passed the NCIDQ and are thus certified. You can also google "Interior Designers in [City, State]" and find results.
Related subreddits
Similar fields
r/IDInspiration - Industrial Design
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Can I make both of these work in the same room?
I’m working with a small space. There’s a daybed/couch thing on the left wall with the tapestry is on the wall behind it. I’ll be putting up a few shelves to match the tapestry. Can I make both of these work together? It’s a bit of a challenge right now.
21:05 UTC
How to change tv panel color paint it or sheet change?
Hi all,
We are planning to move to a ready to move flat and we have only few days left to shift so don’t have time full house renovation. Can you guys suggest quick way to change colour of this tv unit ?
Simply Paint or change acrylic sheet?
21:28 UTC
I want to open up screened in porch but the inside is painted white brick! What can I do?
I just moved into 120 year-old brick house. Unfortunately, someone in the past, painted the interior of the porch, white and screened it in. This porch would be incredible if we could open it up again and return it to its original form. I think it’s highly unlikely that a paint stripper will work and I am reluctant to use a sandblaster given that we’re talking about 120-year-old bricks- sandblasting could cause a lot of damage. Curious if anyone has any idea ideas very how to handle and make the porch aesthetically pleasing from the street. Thank you!
21:49 UTC
Tall Slim Windows Blind Recommendations
Planning on replacing my blinds with solar shades. The house came with blinds that didn’t go all the way up to cover the whole window. What do you guys think? Should the new blinds be able to cover the whole window or keep as it length wise?
22:05 UTC
How do you find sliding closet doors that don't break the bank?
22:25 UTC
Looking for Ideas to Refresh Our Living Room Fireplace!
Hey everyone,
I’m looking for some help with refreshing our living room fireplace. We’re planning on painting or resurfacing it, and I’m debating between different options: limewash, drywalling it, or adding new stone.
I know many recommend never touching the brick, but my wife prefers a no-brick look at all—so we’re open to any creative solutions! Also, I’m not a big fan of the asymmetry and would love ideas on how to make it feel more balanced.
Would love to hear your thoughts, suggestions, and maybe even see some of your own before/after projects. Thanks in advance!
22:58 UTC
I think I screwed up. Is there any hope?
I purchased a white tv console table and I think I made a huge mistake. The TV will be going on the wall, I'm still moving in. The plant and lamp aren't even going there....is this as bad as I think?
23:10 UTC
Working on my interior design skills. Any feedback on my living room space?
The floor pouf is gonna go, but would love a critical eye on the rest!
23:16 UTC
Bedroom recommendations and opinion
I just put those sheer elegance blinds (dark gray color) I’m not sure if I like the color, maybe a light gray would be better. Anyhow, I will keep them. Any recommendations for the headboard, bed sheets and rug colors?
23:32 UTC
What color walls look best?
What color walls would work best with this white brick?
01:50 UTC
Move into our new space, what type/color rug would you put here? We haven’t gotten a coffee table yet
02:17 UTC
Layout tips and where to put a tv and couch without cramping the space
02:52 UTC
Can you help me make this look good ?
So I've always wanted a fireplace with built-ins on this wall. It's an older home & that's a radiator to the right. I was already told the fireplace pretty much looks stupid because it's asymmetrical, but I really liked it. It was free & on the side of the road. I was considering a radiator cover & a cabinet or bookcase to the right. Idk I just feel like my 1918 house wants to fight me every step of the way. This is literally the ONLY wall for a TV in our living room, too. Also, husband refuses to downsize the TV so 🫠🫠. I feel dumb. Any help would be great.
02:58 UTC
I would like some help/advice on getting a TV stand/unit for my bedroom.
So I don't have a lot of money, and dont wish to spend too much on a stand.
I am deciding between this 55" wide stand;
https://www.structube.com/en_ca/jax-media-unit-89-47-90?pid=43083
and this;
I like the airy look of the Structube brand one, but the other one from Amazon is 8" shorter which is ideal, as my TV is around 47" wide.
I have a soundbar and a small Blu-ray player currently and don't plan on adding more electronics or game console.
My room is 13 x 10 and isn't a perfect rectangle shape either. Shape is slightly obtuse.
04:36 UTC
Which colour combination will suit this room?
So i am doing the left bigger wall with small window sharp navy, and the small wall with large window roasted orange, and the right wall with cupboard + the wall which isn't in the photo off white type colour
Will this combination look good in this room Or do you recommend something else? 18M ,and this will be my bedroom + study room,so any recommendations will be appreciated!
05:16 UTC
Apartment Layout in a unique floor plan
Thank you in advance for any help or direction you can give me. I'm going to close on the pictured apartment in a few weeks and I'm not sure how to layout my furniture in the space. The living room is quit long and skinny especially when you consider that from the front door to the bedroom/bathroom door need to be clear to act as a walkway. It's almost like I need to split the room in two (a living space and my office space.) I have room for my desk in the bedroom, but I'm just not sure what else to do with the rest of the room if I don't put my desk there. For the dining area I'm thinking a small rectangular table with six chairs so I can have friends over. Any ideas on which direction to orient the table? Feel free to ask clarifying questions. Thank you!
05:20 UTC
Where should the TV be placed on this floor plan?
Hi everyone,
We are going to move a new house.
The house is almost perfect, except for the living room floor plan. We have a fireplace in the middle of the wall on one side of the living room, door and windows on the other sides, and an open space (with no wall) on the other side. Floor plan is attached.
This leaves us no other place to mount a TV, unless we mount it above the fireplace, which our necks are not a fan of.
Is there any suggestion on how we can improve this situation?
Thanks!
05:33 UTC
Monthly Design Services Thread
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06:01 UTC
Advice for studying interior design abroad
Hello!
I was wondering if anyone knows of afforable interior design programs abroad (Outside the US). I have a bachelors in sociology and about 3 years of experience working with credible design firms. I want to go back to school to live abroad again and gain more knowledge in a classroom setting. Any advice?
01:37 UTC