What makes a designer stand out? Furniture designer Tom Dixon believes it isn't just about good design training. He spoke about the need for transferable 'peripheral skills' in the design industry.
Develop Your Career
If you are interested in a career in interior design but come from a completely unrelated industry, this does not have to hold you back. Many leading designers started off as career changers with a desire to develop their creative side.
Develop Your Career
Steve Curtis founded Space Design Studios in 2000. The company has designed for homes, restaurants, hotels, shops and offices. He shared 7 tips for new businesses seeking a well-designed site.
Industry Insight
Mark Bithrey is director of B3 Designers, an architectural interior design firm. Founded in 2002, B3 work on commercial interior design for restaurants, bars, hotels, retail and exhibition spaces.
Industry Insight
Dan Hopwood runs his own interior design company whose clients include bankers, lawyers and celebrities. He recreates stunning interiors, combining modern and more traditional designs.
Industry Insight
Jayne Webb has been running her own successful interior design business, Southover Design, for the past 11 years.
