When it comes to transforming a space, many people ask themselves: do I need an interior designer or a decorator? Although they complement each other, they are different roles.
What does an interior designer do? The designer studies the space, its layout, functionality, lighting, materials and structure. They are ideal if you are renovating, redistributing or creating from scratch.
And a decorator? Their role focuses on beautification: they select furniture, textiles, colours, and accessories. They are perfect if the space is already structurally defined.
How do you know what you need?
- If you only want to revamp the visual style: decoration.
- If you are looking to improve functionality or are going to renovate: interior design.
- If you are unsure, it is best to seek professional advice.
Case studies:
- A living room without enough natural light may require design intervention.
- A boring but functional bedroom can be solved with decoration.
The first step in transforming your space is to understand what it needs. Getting good advice saves time, money and frustration.
Request a free assessment of your space and find out if you need design, decoration or both.
