Interior Design Resources
The Design Institute of Australia has released a suite of three resources designed to strengthen understanding of interior design both within the profession and among the clients and communities it serves.
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The Consumer Guide: Interior Designer, Interior Decorator or Stylist? helps the public understand the differences between these three occupations, what to look for when engaging a practitioner, and how to make the right choice for their project.
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For practitioners, the Practitioner Cheat Sheet: Interior Designers in Australia – Facts, Terms and References provides a technical reference covering how interior design is classified, qualified and regulated across Australia. It includes state-by-state pathways, the distinction between DIA accreditation and statutory registration or licensing, and the scope differences between interior designers, decorators and stylists.
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Talking About Your Scope turns evidence into practice, helping interior designers accurately describe their qualifications, scope and professional standing to clients, builders, regulators and insurers. It identifies common misconceptions and provides precise alternatives grounded in occupational classification and legislation.