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Architects design structures such as houses, apartment complexes, shopping centers, office buildings, and factories. In addition to considering their physical appearance, they also make sure these structures will be functional, safe, economical, and suit the needs of the people who will use them.

The majority of the time, architects work in an office. There, they meet withclients, draftplans, work on cost estimates, file permit applications with municipal building departments, and help clients set up agreements with contractors.Architectsalso have to visit construction sites to check the progress of projects and make sure contractors are building them according to their plans.

According to Indeed.com, these are some typical job duties taken from online ads for architect jobs:

If you want tobecome an architect, you will have to earn a professional degree in architecture. You can complete one of the following programs offered at many colleges and universities:

In the United States, you will have to get a professionallicensefrom the state or municipality where you want to provide your services. To become a licensed architect, you must first earn a professional degree in architecture, complete a period of practical training or an internship, and pass all divisions of the ARE (Architect Registration Examination). In most states, continuing education is required to maintain licensure. To find out what the requirements are where you plan to work, use the Licensed Occupations Tool from CareerOneStop

While meeting your education and licensing requirements are essential, you also need certain personal qualities, known assoft skills, to succeed as an architect. These are some of them:

Here are some requirements from actual job announcements found onIndeed.com:

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2-12-19 // Array announced that 22 staff members have been recognized with corporate promotions. Read the news in Building Enclosure.

2-5-19 // Array Advisors Jon Sell has been promoted to Director, Behavioral Health Design! Learn about his new role and experience in Healthcare Construction+Operations news.

1-28-19 //NESHS member? Join Fady Barmada for a webinar on unifying real estate strategy & healthcare system planning.

1-21-19 // Register today for the 4th Annual Planting Seeds of Innovation Event! Created by Arrays Oriana Beaudet, this conference was designed toignite and inspire healthcare professionals who are working the closest with patients.

1-15-19 // Join Arrays Dan Russell for a complimentary webinar on right-sizing the Emergency Department on January 30th.

12-24-18 // Best wishes during the holiday season to all. May 2019 bring everyone prosperity, achievement and happiness.

12-18-18 // Danei Cesario, an architect and engagement manager in our NYC office, will speak at the AIAS annual forum this month in Seattle on diversity in architecture.

12-5-18 // Arrays Dallas team brought home the Hot Dog Award for their entry this year in the AIA Dallas Bark + Build Fundraiser competition benefiting the SPCA of Texas.

12-03-18 // Get a recap, written by Arrays Communication Manager Craig Meaney, of Kristy Venricks recent USP 800 presentation inthis article from Healthcare Facilities Today.

12-1-18 // Array Advisors Matthew Waychoff presented this fall at BIMFORUM on the benefits of geospatial, 3D models and the importance of accuracy.

11-19-18 //Oriana Beaudet, Array Advisors VP, Transformation, recently spoke at The Transform Conference for Mayo Clinics Center for Innovation.

11-14-18 // VP of Northeast & New England Regions Jeffrey Drucker shared his expertise on remaining operational while renovations are underway. Read the article in ASC Focus

11-8-18 // Array Architects Michael Glogowski has been promoted to Studio Director in our NYC office. Read the announcement in Healthcare Design Magazine.

10-25-18 // Heading to the HealthcareDesign18 Conference next month? Be sure to catch Array there! Our speakers include Laura Morris, Madeline Hill, Oriana Beaudet, Noah Tolson and Fernanda Pires.

10-18-18 // Read Pat Malicks thoughts on healthcare wayfinding in this months issue ofWorkplacesmagazine!

10-8-18 // Join Jeffrey Drucker this Wednesday for Design 2 DeliverysFuture Ready seminar in New York City.

10-5-18 // At this weeks Healthcare Facilities Symposium, Arrays team will present our recent Childrens National Medical Centerpediatric behavioral health project.

10-02-18 // Array Advisors Kristy Venrick will present Understanding and Planning for USP <800> Complianceat the Hilton Arlington on November 14th. Get your tickets now!

9-28-18 // Proud to announce we have been ranked at #19 in Building Design + Constructions annual healthcare architecture survey! Congratulations to all the firms on this years list.

9-24-18 //Array Advisors Laura Silvoy has been promoted to the role of Director, Continuous Improvement! Learn how her innovative approach is transforming our workplace.

9-14-18 // Array Advisors Oriana Beaudet, will present at the Mayo Clinics Transformation event this month.

9-10-18 // Dennis Robert, Principal & Studio Leader, will present at the Center for Healths Designs Baltimore conference this month.

9-1-18 // Array Advisors Fady Barmada will speak at this months ProMedica Innovations in Toledo.

8-8-18 // Join Kent Doss in Philadelphia next week for theState of Philadelphia Healthcare Seminar.

8-2-18 // Our DC office was featured on #AskAnArchitect recently. Thank you to Jennifer Matthews and Fady Barmada for sharing your thoughts!

7-7-18 //It is with great sadness we share that Principal and QA/QC Director, Joseph Garrity has passed away.

7-26-18 // Thank you to all our fantastic summer interns!

7-20-18 // Join Jonathan Bykowski in Boston this month for theState of Boston Healthcare Seminar.

7-16-18 // Building Design + Construction has ranked Array 21st in the nation in their Top 300 Architectural Firms.

7-6-18 // Join Noah Tolson in Ft. Lauderdale this month for theState of South Florida HealthcareSeminar.

7-2-18 // Architectural Record has ranked Array 93rd in the nation in their Top Firm List.

6-22-18 // Array is proud to be a partner with Inspira Health Network as they top out their replacement hospital in Mullica Hill, NJ.

6-15-18 // Fady Barmada will speak at the North Texas Hospital Summit next week on how health systems can optimize their real estate holdings and future.

6-8-18// Bisnows State of Dallas Healthcare will feature Fady Barmada on June 19th. Fady will speak on the Future of Healthcare.

6-1-18 // Neocon, celebrating its 50th year, will feature Laura Morris and Kent Doss this month in Chicago.

5-22-18 // Array will be represented by Laura Morris and Kent Doss at Cleveland Clinics Patient Experience conference next month.

5-7-18 // Kristy Venrick and Andy Vogel featured in Patterson PopesCoffee with an Architect series.

4-26-18 // Great coverage of Lisa Lipschutzs thoughts on pediatric spaces of the future in Medical Design + Construction.

4-12-18 // Interior Design Magazine ranks Array #22 in their annual Giants survey.

3-30-18 // Corporate promotions announced at Array! Congratulations to all our deserving staff.

3-27-18 // Arrays Laura Morris, AAHID past president, to host a Candidate Forum at this weeks Raising the Bar in Healthcare Design event in NYC.

3-12-18 // Pat Malick, Arrays Interior Design Practice Leader, will judge this years entries to the AIAs AAH Healthcare Design Awards. One more week to submit!

2-13-18 // Arrays new leadership structure to bring innovation and staff engagement to new heights within our organizations.

1-26-18 // Congratulations to our newest Lean Practitioner, Jennifer ODonnell. Array is certifying each employee, as well as offering courses to clients, consultants and partners.

1-9-18 // Arrays team is pleased to wish our clients, partners and families a very Happy New Year and prosperous 2018!

12-15-17 // Our outpatient surgery center for Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children featured by HealthcareDesign Magazine.

11-20-17 //Array is proud of the recognition received from Architect Magazine on being ranked in the Top 50 for Business.

11-13-17 // Five Array staff to share their knowledge and insight this week at the annual HealthcareDesign Conference.

11-8-17 // Congratulations to our Xavier Salas, project architect at Arrays Boca Raton, FL office, who has been electedChapter Director of the AIA Palm Beach.

11-1-17 // Arrays CEO, Carl Davis, presents to Profiting from Thought Leadership Conference next week. Hell speak to selling the importance of the concept to the C-Suite.

10-27-17 // Oriana Beaudet, Arrays VP Transformation Services, will present the Keynote Address at Vidants Pediatric Neonatal Clinical UpdateNovember 3rd in Greenville, NC.

10-24-17 // Arrays Columbus office moves to new space next week! Our new address is:401 North Front Street, Suite 380, Columbus, Ohio 43215 as of November 1, 2017.

10-20-17 // Join Arrays Alec Higinbotham at the DC AIATechnology of Design panelthis Monday, October 23rd.

10-18-17 // Fady Barmada speaking today at ESRI Health and Human Services Conferenceregarding Geospatial platforms.

10-9-17 // An Array BIM expert, Alec Higinbotham, will present this week in Washington, DC, at the RevitDC User Group Meeting.

10-5-17 // Proud of our team who designed the Indian River Medical Centers Cancer Center, which was namedthe bronze winner by Modern Healthcare!

9-26-17 // It is with great sadness we share that principal, engagement manager, and healthcare planner, Julian Thompson, AIA, has passed away.

9-22-17 // Lean experts Jonathan Bykowski and Seena Hassouna will share their thoughts as keynote speakers at HILNNYs conference in October.

9-18-17 // Join Arrays thought leaders for a webinar on Environmentally Responsive Design, Thursday, September 28th.

9-13-17 // Congratulations to our own Timothy Nichols on his recent promotion to Practice Leader, Architecture.

9-6-17 // Take 5 with Kent Doss in HealthcareDesigns Perspectives. Kent delves into his Top 5 List of whats impacting healthcare today.

8-25-17 // Plan to attend Bisnows State of Philadelphia Healthcare with Fady Barmada on September 13th.

8-16-17 // Join Arrays USP <800> experts for an informative webinar on compliance and hazardous drugs.

7-28-17 // Array proud to partner with Gilbane on ENR New Yorks Best Healthcare Project Award, Childrens Hospital of NY.

7-24-17 // International Parking Institute has awarded Array an Award of Merit for our garage at Temple University Health System.

7-14-17 // Arrays Jennifer Matthews is interviewed for the AIAs magazinefor her thoughts on growing as an emerging architectural leader.

6-28-17 // The AIAS Grassroots conference in July will feature Arrays Jennifer Matthews as moderator of:Bridging the Gap How to Thrive In Your First Few Months in the Profession.

6-14-17 // Arrays Tim Nuanes featured in an interview with the American Institute of Architects Students.

5-30-17 // Bisnows June DC event will feature Fady Barmada speaking on how development, leasing, design and the impact of regulatory reform will affect healthcare today and into the future.

5-26-17 // Arrays team takes part in the ground-breaking ceremonies at Inspira Health Networks new healthcare campus.

5-19-17 // Join Principal Fady Barmada at Healthcare Real Estate Carolinaswhere hell discuss the importance of agility and flexibility in the changing healthcare market.

5-10-17 // Temple University features DC architect Alec Higinbotham on websites alumni page.

5-2-17 // Join Principal Noah Tolson May 23rd at the State of Boston Healthcare conference.

4-20-17 // Videos of Arrays inaugural Mind the Gap event featuring national healthcare design professionals and aspiring architectural students ready for viewing!

3-29-17 // An Array BIM Manager, Alec Higinbotham, is featured by Temple University on their blog. Alec earned his Master of Architecture from Temple in 2012.

3-17-17 // Arrays technology division, Array Analytics, has partnered with Esri, a global market leader in geographic information systems.

3-16-17 // Proud to announce Arrays Alec Higinbotham, from the DC office will be speaking onBIM Nirvana: Achieving Fidelity in your Revit Modelsat Midwest U later this month.

3-11-17 // Architecture students and recent gradsin the DC-Virginia-Maryland-Pennsylvania areas, please register by March 17th for our Mind the Gapconference scheduled for April 1st at the Herman Miller showroom on G Street NW in Washington, DC.

3-2-17 // Array Architects is proud to announce our 2017 corporate promotions.

2-14-17 // Speaking at the ASHE PDC conference with a representative from Center for Health Design, Arrays Fernanda Pires will discuss Lean and Evidence-Based Design on Monday, March 13th.

2-8-17 // Arrays Laura Silvoy speaks at next months Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference on Eradicating the Average: Capturing the Complexity of Healthcare

1-26-17 // Array Architects is very proud to announce two wins at last nights Philadelphia SMPS awards banquet First Place and Best in Show for our Careers campaign!

1-18-17 // Congratulations to the team on recognition from Healthcare Real Estate Insights on the Best New Medical Office Building award for PennMedicine Southern Chester County!

1-5-17 // Arrays colloborative Ambulatory Care Center with PennMedicine, Chester County Hospital and Anchor Health Properties featured in MetalArchitecture.

12-20-16 // Happy Holidays from Array!

12-13-16 // Speaking today at WinterSim, Laura Silvoy, Arrays Healthcare Systems Engineer, will present Eradicating the Average: Answering Complex Healthcare Questions Using Discrete Event Simulation.

12-5-16 // Arrays Alec Higinbotham presents tomorrow evening at the Revit DC User Group meeting, sharing the teams improvement work on the Revit platform.

12-2-16 // Array, Skanska USA and Target Construction collaborate with CityTeam to improve their spaces in Chester, PA.

11-16-16 // Proud to be honored by Building Design + Construction in the Top 20 list of design firms serving the Veterans Administration.

11-11-16 // HealthcareDesign 2016 in Houston includes a session with Pat Malick, Laura Morris and Fady Barmada on Data-Driven Empathy Mapping.

11-7-16 // Interested in healthcare facilities of the future? Join Jonathan Bykowski in NYC this Thursday for the Pulse Conference.

11-3-16 // NeoCon East is in Philadelphia next week and features Laura Morris, Pat Malick and Diana Louden with their expertise on Empathy Mapping.

10-31-16 // Join Kent Doss this Friday at the Delaware Valley Healthcare Councils EDs and MEDs symposium.

10-28-16 // Arrays Cleveland office will have a new address Monday, October 31, 2016:27629 Chagrin Boulevard, Suite 205, Woodmere, OH 44122

10-25-16 // Join Arrays Dallas leadership in Oklahoma for the annual Healthcare Engineers Conference.

10-17-16 // Array Advisors Fady Barmada speaks this Thursday at Bisnows New Jersey Healthcare Expansion Forum.

10-13-16 // Join Jeffrey Drucker at Bisnow Boston Healthcare Expansion Forum on November 1st.

10-7-16 // Design Philadelphia has kicked off! Join Pat Malick at Philadelphia University on Thursday, October 13th for A Conversation on Design.

9-28-16 // Annual Building Design + Construction surveyplaces Array #54 in annual billings still the leading healthcare-only firm!

9-19-16 // Kent Doss will speak on a panel during The Interface Healthcare Real Estate Conference in Dallas this month.

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A popular HVAC "maintenance" item that tends to get a lot of attention is duct cleaning. It seems like a logical maintenance activity, but cleaning the air ducts in your homes HVAC system may not be as good an idea as it intuitively seems. Let's explore some of the issues.

Unlike dryer duct cleaning which should be regularly checked and cleaned, no independent objective organization recommends HVAC duct cleaning as an essential part of routine HVAC system maintenance.

In fact,the Environmental Protection Agencystatesthe EPA does not recommend that air ducts be cleaned except on an as-needed basis because of the continuing uncertainty about the benefits of duct cleaning under most circumstances.

It also states,Duct cleaning has never been shown to actually prevent health problems. Neither do studies conclusively demonstrate that particle (e.g., dust) levels in homes increase because of dirty air ducts.This is because much of the dirt in air ducts adheres to duct surfaces and does not necessarily enter the living space.

Duct cleaning isn't necessarily a bad idea, but the fact is that it's not necessary in most cases. When properly performed, duct cleaning can be useful in limited situations, such as if the ducts are filthy or infested with mice or other vermin. If you see evidence of significant visible mold growth in the ducts or on the mechanical components of the HVAC system that come in contact with air. that might be cause for cleaning. But cleaning normally dusty ducts provides no real value.

Frightening before and after duct photos may make great discount coupon photos but chances are rare that your ducts are in bad shape. If your ducts are seriously filthy enough to require it to be cleaned, then you should clean the entire HVAC system (more on that later), not just the ducts themselves.

Please understand that duct cleaning uses specialized tools to agitate and dislodge dirt in the ducts to make the dirt and other contaminants increasingly loose and airborne before they are vacuumed out. Sometimes the ducts are cut for tool access and needs to be carefully resealed. Then a powerful vacuum system is used to remove the loosened dirt and contaminants. If this is not done properly you can do more harm than good.

For example, if the vacuum hose/containment system is not sealed tightly and is exhausting contaminants to the outside, or if a HEPA filtration system is not used in an interior vacuum system, you can wind up releasing dirt and contaminants into your homes interior. As part of the duct cleaning process, your ducts may have service holes cut into it for tool or vacuum hose access that may not be properly sealed after use. Or, HVAC system components could be taken apart and damaged or not reinstalled properly, and so on.

Start by selecting and using a qualified contractor. Duct and HVAC system cleaning that is performed by someone who is trained and certified by the National Air Duct Cleaning Association (NADCA)has the best chance of being done safely.

According to NADCA, the major trade association for contractors doing air duct/HVAC system cleaning, its members need to have at least one certified Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (ASCS) on staff and they are responsible to clean and restore a customers HVAC system accordance with the associations standards and guidelines.

Of course, NADCA certification is no guarantee of a problem-free experience, but it does at least improve your chances.

Part of the confusion surrounding duct cleaning services is that duct cleaning is often included as a part of an overall HVAC system cleaning. As a matter of fact, because the only time cleaning your ducts is required is when they are contaminated, it follows that if you need to clean the ducts, then you need to clean the entire HVAC system that comes in contact with the air moving through the ducts. That is the philosophy taken by NADCA.

NADCA recommends duct cleaning as part of an overall HVAC system cleaning that includes cleaning and replacing the air filter, cleaning grilles and diffusers, checking drain pans and drain lines for proper drainage, checking the heat exchanger and cooling coils, grills, furnace air plenum, blower motor, etc. They provide a useful checklist for residential consumers that explains their recommended process in more detail.

According to NADCA the following items should be covered in a HVAC cleaning service:

Be prepared to pay around $500 to $1,000 for a professional duct/HVAC system cleaning service. It could be more or less depending on the location, size of your home, and scope of what is cleaned. It will usually take two technicians 3 to 5 hours to clean the ducts and the HVAC system.

Problems emerge when duct cleaning is not performed properly. And not being performed properly often results from hiring someone who promises to give you a cheap $50 whole house special or makes a sales pitch based on broad generalized claims on the health benefits of duct cleaning. Some may even falsely claim to be certified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which the EPA does not provide, or they may say that the EPA recommends duct cleaning, which it again does not recommend.

Be aware of what is referred to as blow-and-go salesmen who pose as contractors often found in mail-pack coupons. They usually accompany an offer to assess or clean your homes ducts for a very cheap price, say $49.95 or even less. As they often work on commission, they will try high-pressure sales techniques to sell you on expensive add-on services (mold testing, etc) or other service upgrades. They may try to charge for duct restoration, branch duct cleaning, etc. Some may even falsely claim they found mold in your ducts. Complaints abound about some unscrupulous blow-and-go companies using air fragrances, false mold tests showing positive results, handheld dust-buster vacuums, simple drills with brushes, etc.

The allure of a low price can be attractive, but do the math before you give in to temptation. Would two truly qualified service technicians with a truck and proper equipment service your ducts and HVAC system for 4 hours in exchange for $50? Unlikely.

Duct cleaning is often an emotional sell. You want good air quality for you and your family, so cleaning the ducts in your home seems to make sense. Some marketing photos of dirty ducts can look pretty scary. But the reality is that ducts only needs to be cleaned in rare cases when there is serious contamination. In those cases, the entire HVAC system should be cleaned, not just the ducts.

Duct cleaning is easy to do incorrectly, and that is where the risk lies. Hiring the wrong contractor can do more harm than good. When properly performed by a qualified technician, HVAC system cleaning, including duct cleaning, has not been shown to be detrimental. Again, though, thats if it is done correctly and by a certified technician with the right equipment and training.

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Interior design is the practice of space planning and designing interior spaces in homes and buildings. It involves creating floor plans, furniture layouts, and designing the look and feel of a space. Interior design also includes the specification of furniture, fixtures, and finishes, and coordinating their installation.

Using RoomSketcher has increased my ability to design. It has helped me to come up with ideas I wouldnt have thought of just by playing around with it. Jenny, Canada

Are you tackling an interior design project? Whether you are a professional with many projects and clients, or if you just have an interest in interior design, RoomSketcher is the perfect app for you.

There are many reasons for creating an interior design project. However, the goal is usually the same to improve how a space functions and to make it more visually appealing.

Whats essential for interior design is being able to communicate your design ideas clearly. With RoomSketcher, you can create 3D interior design drawings and professional floor plans so that you can communicate your interior design ideas clearly and professionally.

Every interior design project starts with a planning phase. What are you trying to achieve? Is it a remodel or a new build? Either way, for best results, you want to start with creating a floor plan either of the room, the entire floor, or the whole house. If you already have a blueprint, you can use this as the basis for your project. If not, spend time measuring the walls and making a sketch this is time well spent for later.

Now its time to get the sketch or blueprint into an online project, that you can carry with you every where you go. Use RoomSketcher to create your interior design project online, complete with walls, windows, doors and stairs, and any fixed installations that are not moveable.

Once the project is created, its easy to create your various versions and layouts, without having to completely re-draw the project every time. An online project is also easy to share with your clients and contractors, and you can work on the project anywhere, any time.

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A floor plan is an important part of the project communication. The 2D Floor Plan can be used to mark everything from room names, measurements, lighting and electrical points, and important notes you need during the installation process. The 3D Floor Plan is a beautiful way to visualize how the final result can look. This helps clients make decisions and is helpful to the contractor so he or she gets an idea of what the final result should look like. 3D Floor Plans can be made complete with details like colors of walls, furniture and accessories, as well as furnishing style and finishes.

With the rise of online tools, interior design has now become available to everyone. You no longer need to use complicated software to create stunning 3D visuals. With RoomSketcher you can create stunning 3D Photos and 360 Views to visualize the interior design project. They are a beautiful way to visualize your interior design project and are helpful to your clients and your contractors.See more beautiful 3D images in our interior design ideas section.

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Following is everything you need to know about a career as an interior designer with lots of details. As a first step, take a look at some of the following jobs, which are real jobs with real employers. You will be able to see the very real job career requirements for employers who are actively hiring. The link will open in a new tab so that you can come back to this page to continue reading about the career:

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Interior designers make interior spaces functional, safe, and beautiful by determining space requirements and selecting decorative items, such as colors, lighting, and materials. They read blueprints and must be aware of building codes and inspection regulations, as well as universal accessibility standards.

Interior designers typically do the following:

Interior designers work closely with architects, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, and construction laborers and helpers to determine how interior spaces will function, look, and be furnished. Interior designers read blueprints and must be aware of building codes and inspection regulations.

Although some sketches or drawings may be freehand, most interior designers use computer-aided design (CAD) software for the majority of their drawings. Throughout the design process, interior designers often use building information modeling (BIM) software to create three-dimensional visualizations that include construction elements such as walls or roofs.

Many designers specialize in particular types of buildings, such as homes, hospitals, or hotels; specific rooms, such as bathrooms or kitchens; or a specific style. Some designers work for home-furnishings stores, providing design services to help customers choose materials and furnishings.

Some interior designers produce designs, plans, and drawings for construction and installation. These may include construction and demolition plans, electrical layouts, and plans needed for building permits. Interior designers may draft the preliminary design into documents that could be as simple as sketches, or as inclusive as construction documents with schedules and attachments.

The following are examples of types of interior designers:

Corporate designers create interior designs for professional workplaces from small office settings to large-scale corporations within high-rise buildings. They focus on creating spaces that are efficient, functional, and safe for employees. They may incorporate design elements that reflect a company's brand in their designs.

Healthcare designers use the evidence-based design process in designing and renovating healthcare centers, clinics, doctors' offices, hospitals, and residential care facilities. They specialize in making design decisions based on credible research to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients, residents, and the facility.

Kitchen and bath designers specialize in kitchens and bathrooms and have expert knowledge of the variety of cabinets, fixtures, appliances, plumbing, and electrical solutions for these rooms.

Sustainable designers use strategies to improve energy and water efficiencies and indoor air quality, and they specify environmentally preferable products, such as bamboo and cork for floors. They may obtain certification in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) from the U.S. Green Building Council. Such certification indicates expertise in designing buildings and spaces with sustainable practices in mind.

Universal designers renovate spaces in order to make them more accessible. Often, these designs are used to renovate spaces for elderly people and people with special needs; however, universal designs can benefit anyone. For example, an entranceway without steps may be necessary for someone in a wheelchair, but it is also helpful for someone pushing a baby stroller.

Interior designers hold about 66,500 jobs. The largest employers of interior designers are as follows:

Most interior designers work in offices, but technology has changed the way many designers work. For example, rather than using drafting tables, interior designers now use complex software to create two-dimensional or three-dimensional images.

Interior designers also travel to clients' design sites.

Interior designers may need to adjust their workday to suit their clients' schedules and deadlines, meeting with clients during evening and weekend hours when necessary.

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Interior designers usually need a bachelor's degree with a focus on interior design or interior architecture.

A bachelor's degree is usually required in order to become an interior designer, as are classes in interior design, drawing, and computer-aided design (CAD). A bachelor's degree in any field is acceptable, and interior design programs are available at the associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree levels.

The National Association of Schools of Art and Design accredits about 350 postsecondary colleges, universities, and independent institutes that have programs in art and design. The Council for Interior Design Accreditation accredits more than 180 professional-level (bachelor's or master's degrees) interior design programs.

The National Kitchen & Bath Association accredits kitchen and bath design specialty programs (certificate, associate's degree, and bachelor's degree levels) in more than 40 colleges and universities.

Applicants may be required to submit sketches and other examples of their artistic ability for admission to interior design programs.

Licensure requirements vary by state. In some states, only licensed designers may do interior design work. In other states, both licensed and unlicensed designers may do such work; however, only licensed designers may use the title "interior designer." In still other states, both licensed and unlicensed designers may call themselves interior designers and do interior design work.

In states where laws restrict the use of the title "interior designer," only candidates who pass their state-approved exam, most commonly the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam, may call themselves registered interior designers. Qualifications for eligibility to take the NCIDQ exam include at least a bachelor's degree in interior design and 2 years of work experience.

California requires a different exam, administered by the California Council for Interior Design Certification (CCIDC). Qualifications for eligibility to take the CCIDC exam include a combination of education and experience.

Voluntary certification in an interior design specialty, such as environmental design, allows designers to demonstrate expertise in a particular area of the occupation. Interior designers often specialize to distinguish the type of design work they do and to promote their expertise. Certifications usually are available through professional and trade associations and are independent from the NCIDQ licensing examination.

Artistic ability. Interior designers use their sense of style to develop designs that are aesthetically pleasing.

Creativity. Interior designers need to be imaginative in selecting furnishings and fabrics and in creating spaces that serve the client's needs and fit the client's lifestyle.

Detail oriented. Interior designers need to be precise in measuring interior spaces and creating drawings, so that their drawings can be used by other workers such as engineers or other designers.

Interpersonal skills. Interior designers need to be able to communicate effectively with clients and others. Much of their time is spent soliciting new clients and new work and collaborating with other designers, engineers, and general building contractors on ongoing projects.

Problem-solving skills. Interior designers must address challenges, such as construction delays and the high cost or sudden unavailability of certain materials, while keeping the project on time and within budget.

Visualization. Interior designers need a strong sense of proportion and visual awareness in order to understand how pieces of a design will fit together to create the intended interior environment.

The median annual wage for interior designers is $49,810. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $26,260, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $91,230.

The median annual wages for interior designers in the top industries in which they work are as follows:

Interior designers may need to adjust their workday to suit their clients' schedules and deadlines, meeting with clients during evening and weekend hours when necessary.

Employment of interior designers is projected to grow 5 percent over the next ten years, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Designers will be needed to respond to consumer expectations that the interiors of structures meet certain conditions, such as being environmentally friendly and more easily accessible.

Although only about 5 percent of interior designers are directly employed in the construction industry, many interior designers are heavily dependent on that industry to generate new work projects for them.

In addition to demand created by new construction, demand for interior designers will also arise from the need to remodel and renovate existing homes, commercial buildings, and other facilities, such as hospitals, hotels, and schools. For example, interior designers will be needed to help accommodate the future living needs of an aging population, especially for those people who choose to stay in their homes as they age.

Job prospects should be better in high-income areas, because wealthy clients are more likely than others to engage in remodeling and renovating their spaces. Keeping up to date with the newest design tools, such as three-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) software, also will improve one's job prospects.

Architects plan and design houses, factories, office buildings, and other structures.

Art directors are responsible for the visual style and images in magazines, newspapers, product packaging, and movie and television productions. They create the overall design of a project and direct others who develop artwork and layouts.

Craft and fine artists use a variety of materials and techniques to create art for sale and exhibition. Craft artists create handmade objects, such as pottery, glassware, textiles, and other objects that are designed to be functional. Fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators, create original works of art for their aesthetic value, rather than for a functional one.

Fashion designers create original clothing, accessories, and footwear. They sketch designs, select fabrics and patterns, and give instructions on how to make the products they design.

Floral designers, also called florists, cut and arrange live, dried, and silk flowers and greenery to make decorative displays. They also help customers select flowers, containers, ribbons, and other accessories.

Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports.

Industrial designers develop the concepts for manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and toys. They combine art, business, and engineering to make products that people use every day. Industrial designers consider the function, aesthetics, production costs, and usability of products when developing new product concepts.

Landscape architects design parks and the outdoor spaces of campuses, recreational facilities, businesses, private homes, and other open areas.

*Some content used by permission of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.

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Many homeowners love renovating their house, particularly their bathroom. The reason maybe because of the simplicity it involves to decorate or reorganize a bathroom. Compared to other areas in the house such as the living room or kitchen, a bathroom is a lot smaller and contains a handful of accessories or items making it easier and more affordable to redesign or remodel.

Although hiring a prois recommended if you want to remodel your bathroom, it is ideal that you, the homeowner, also knows some of the pointers to properly renovate a bathroom. Keep in mind that at the end of the day, the entire remodeling activity is being done for you to meet your requirements.

Its success or failure will also depend on how effective you can communicate your needs to the local bathroom remodeling companies near you,that you hired. Hence, it is important to be aware of the process ofremodeling a bathroom so you can share your inputs to the professionals you hired appropriately. Below are some of the tips to consider.

Now that you have received some pointers on how to remodel your bathroom, getting bathroom remodeling contractors that will perform the more difficult part of the remodeling activity is your next concern. Hiring the services of bathroom contractors to renovate your bathroom is necessary as the work may require plumbing and electrical skills, which a regular homeowner like you may not have. The said skills require years of training and actual experience in order to execute the work properly. Performing the work do it yourself style without the required skills may just ruin the entire project and cost you more in the long run.

Below are some of the factors you need to consider before hiring anyone.

The installation of a shower is also one of the major tasks involved in a bathroom remodel that a contractor will have to do for you.

Knowing which type of shower to choose will not only make the installation easier but will also ensure that you will find your shower advantageous. Since different types of shower offer different benefits, it is ideal to know more about these various types before hiring local shower installation companies near you. This way, you can determine which shower type is best for your needs and preferences.

Every shower type also has varying costs, depending on the specifications. Hence, you might want to learn more about them so that you can choose the one that best suits your budget. Due to this reason, you need to read up on different types of shower before you start making plans for the installation project.

Different Types of Shower

Below is a short list of shower types available in the market today. Read them to know more about the options that you will be given when you hire professional shower installers to make the project a little easier for both parties.

Digital showers are often chosen due to their ease of installation and benefits. The showers temperature and pressure are controlled by a panel that is installed in the shower and powered by a power unit at a cupboard or the ceiling nearby. This means that the installation does not only involve the shower cubicle itself by a nearby spot where the power unit is installed. This is ideal for homeowners who want to ensure that the power unit of their shower is not affected by the water.

Maintenance and repair is easier since the bathroom can be used even when the power unit is being serviced. To test the power unit, the shower cubicle will be used during maintenance, though, which is quite understandable.

This is a modern type of shower since the controls are stylish and can be managed specifically to your needs. There is no bulky heater at the shower and the controls are often flat on the walls, creating a futuristic and minimalistic look.

Electric showers are quite common and are often used in homes and hotels. The heater is installed into the shower cubicle wall and draws water from the source and heats it up and supplies the showerhead. The temperature can be controlled through the unit but the water pressure is controlled by the showerhead.

This is easier to install since there are no power units that need to be installed in a separate location. This type of shower is also quite energy efficient and is often chosen because it saves a lot of energy. There is no wastage because the water is heated on demand, removing the need for a tank for the hot water that will be supplied to the shower.

Mixer showers get the water from both hot and cold sources.Homes with boilersalready installed are ideal for this type of shower to increase efficiency and comfort when using the shower. Since the water supplied to the shower is increased due to multiple water sources, the water pressure is increased.

This is ideal if you are looking for a shower option that delivers water to multiple showerheads. Since both cold and hot water can be supplied to the unit, water flow is better compared to other shower types. This makes it a better option for multiple shower heads in a single shower cubicle.

Different types of shower heads can also be used in this type of shower. Adjustable head, fixed head and handset are all compatible with this shower option.

Pressure showers are a lot like mixer showers because they draw both from hot and cold water sources. This type of shower, however, has an additional pump to boost the pressure of the water being sprayed. This is often used in homes where the water supply is not enough to provide adequate pressure to the shower.

This is ideal for users who want to experience a more relaxing shower session as well. Because pressure showers can also act as a massager due to the pressure of the water they supply, they are often used for relaxation. Multiple types of shower heads are also available in this shower type, making it a versatile option.

Eco showers are a lot like other types of showers that provide hot or cold water but these models are focused on water efficiency. Electric and mixer showers can also be eco showers if they are equipped with features that enable the users to save more water during shower sessions.

Different shower heads can also be used for this kind of shower. The temperature of water is not affected by the efficiency of water usage since the temperature can be controlled by the power unit. This makes it an ideal option if you dont want to waste water while showering but also dont want to decrease the quality of your showers.

If you dont want to experience changes in temperature on your water when showering, use a thermostatic shower. This is a type of shower that maintains the temperature of the water even when someone else is using a tap in other parts of your house. This will ensure that you wont get hurt or burned due to sudden rush of hot water when cold temperature water is used in your house while you are bathing. This is ideal for shower types that get their supply from a boiler or a mix of hot and cold water from the pipes.

An electric shower, however, does not need a thermostatic type of shower since they only get cold water from the source and heat the water up based on the users demand. It is important to note this so that you can choose the best options for your shower installation project. Knowing what should go with certain shower types will not only make your project more beneficial but will alsosave you moneyby not having the need to get additional features that you wont really use.

Getting free estimates and quotes for your bathroom remodeling project is easy. You just have to head to the top of this page, take 2 minutes to fill out the form, and well do the rest. Well match you with the most relevant contractors near you that will reach out to better understand your project.

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