Interior Design Communication & Presentations

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Concept statement

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A written vision of where to focus a design solution for a client, appealing to the client's point of reference and giving the designer boundaries.

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Active listening

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The act of fully concentrating on what is being said rather than just passively "hearing" the message of the speaker.

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Presentation board

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Used by interior designers, architects, and graphic designers to present ideas, drawings, and designs to clients, co-workers, or bosses.

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3D model

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A scaled representation of a building or interior with length, width, and depth, which can be physical or digital.

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Non-verbal communication

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Behavior and elements of speech aside from words that transmit meaning, including pitch, speed, tone, gestures, and facial expressions.

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Verbal communication

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The sharing of information between individuals by using speech.

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Written communication

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Involves any type of message that makes use of the written word, such as e-mails, letters, proposals, and brochures.

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Interior design process

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A method that interior designers use for organizing their work, guiding actions, and finalizing decisions with team members and clients.

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Pre-design

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Takes place before the interior design process begins, involving client interviews and questions to understand client needs.

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Programming

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Phase 1 of the interior design process, identifying the client's design problem, current situation, and future needs.