The Connection Between Interior Design and Architectural Design
Architectural design and interior design are two separate disciplines, but they come together in an important way and both play a major role in the overall look and feel of a home. Recently, architecture schools and interior design schools have started merging these two distinct practices because they’re undeniably connected, but before we learn more about that, let’s look at the history of each practice in its own context: Architectural Design Traditionally, architects work with all elements of space including building codes, exterior materials, engineering, and safety and access. For a home this means any building permits that are required, what the outside of the house – including the roof – looks like, and how energy efficient the house is. Architects also focus on interior design elements like the general layout, how to maximize space in each room, and creating a certain feel. Interior Design Interior designers focus more on how the interior of a house looks, and...