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Interior Decorators can help with the styling and finishing of a space, helping to choose color palettes, furniture, and other details. They aren’t qualified to participate in structural planning or renovations, and don’t often have the formal training or education of a certified designer. 

Interior Designers can move a project from initial construction bids all the way to final touches. In concert with architects and contractors, Interior designers apply creative and technical solutions within a structure that are functional, attractive and beneficial to the occupants' quality of life and culture. Designs respond to and coordinate with the building shell and acknowledge the physical location and social context of the project. Designs must adhere to code and regulatory requirements and encourage the principles of environmental sustainability.​ Interior Designers are required to have an advanced degree in Interior Design, special certifications in the field, and knowledge of construction requirements and codes.