kitchen designer

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• Work in employer's/client's home
• On-site customer service

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Estimate cost of projects
• Prepare detailed specifications
• Create interior spaces that reflect clients' needs and tastes
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Advise on selection of colours, finishes and materials, lighting, furniture and other items, taking into account ergonomic and occupational health standards
• Consult with clients to determine needs, preferences, safety requirements and purpose of space
• Develop detailed plans and 3-D models showing arrangement of walls, dividers, displays, lighting and other fixtures
• Develop plans, elevations, cross sections and detailed drawings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Interior designer technical certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• 20/20 design
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• SketchUp

Area of work experience

• Education or teaching

Area of specialization

• Interior design (general)
• Furniture design
• Construction
• Kitchen cabinets and vanities

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Driver's validity licence check