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5 key color secrets that interior designers know

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What's the key ingredient for interior design? COLOR! This is the place to start for most decorating projects. If you want to become an interior designer you will need to know what colors work together and what atmosphere you're going for. Ask yourself these questions before starting your next project and you will be on…

interior design words; 3 free glossaries for designer terms

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Ever wonder what  a coffered ceiling or a chiffarobe is? Do you want to master these designer terms? Here's how to find the answers to your interior design questions without going to college. There's lots of resources available and I'll give you my favorite 3 for finding interior design definitions quick.   The best part…

Become an interior designer: What does it take?

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  What does an interior designer need to know to become a professional?   A LOT! Here’s the short-list but promise not to get discouraged! Read on for some great news direct from my desk to yours.    Some of the things an interior designer needs to know are color theory, drafting and architectural language,…

Become an Interior Designer: 7 Steps to Starting Your Business

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What does it take to become an interior designer? Did you know that you can do it without a degree?  Here's the basics for starting an interior design business with 7 simple steps. But there's more and I will give you all the elements that make up a successful interior design company as I write about…