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UNIT GROUP 2325 INTERIOR DESIGNERS

INTERIOR DESIGNERS plan, design, detail and supervise the construction of commercial, industrial, retail and residential building interiors to produce an environment tailored to a purpose, with particular emphasis on space creation, space planning, and factors that enhance living and working environments.

Indicative Skill Level:
In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:
• determining the objectives and constraints of the design brief by consulting with clients and stakeholders
• researching and analysing spatial, functional, efficiency, safety and aesthetic requirements
• formulating design concepts for building interiors
• preparing sketches, diagrams, illustrations and plans to communicate design concepts
• negotiating design solutions with clients, management, suppliers and construction staff
• selecting, specifying and recommending functional and aesthetic materials, furniture and products for interiors
• detailing and documenting selected design for construction
• supervising the construction of interiors

Occupation:
232511 Interior Designer

Plans, designs, details and supervises the construction of commercial, industrial, retail and residential building interiors to produce an environment tailored to a purpose, with particular emphasis on space creation, space planning, and factors that enhance living and working environments.

Skill Level: 1

Specialisations:

Commercial Interior Designer
Environmental Designer
Residential Interior Designer
Retail Interior Designer