Today’s interior designer works in a complicated world challenged by a variety of issues ranging from legal responsibilities and building and safety codes to projects that require an ever-increasing amount of skills and training. Packed with useful material for anyone beginning a career in interior design, as well as professional interior designers seeking to practice in a new specialty, Becoming an Interior Designer features information about licensing and certification; professional tips on portfolio preparation; discussion on work environments– from home office to large firms; advice for finding clients and boosting revenue; helpful advice for managing a successful career. Photos of work done by professional interior designers from all major design specialties. Becoming an Interior Designer has everything you need to navigate the interior design field, covering all aspects of getting into the industry–from pursuing the right educational training to landing your first job. Successful designers provide real-world advice on creating a portfolio, preparing a resume, and interviewing for your dream job. Interviews with these designers also offer valuable insights into a variety of specialties–such as designing for hotels, corporate offices, retail facilities, residential structures, and many more. Here is the completely updated guide to today’s interior design careers–a clear and concise survey of the interior design field. Filled with interviews and advice from leading interior designers. Paperback, 288 pages. Dec. 2003.