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Author : Diana Allison
Publisher : Fairchild Books
ISBN 13 : 1501361058
Total Pages : 431 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (13 download)
Download or read book Estimating and Costing for Interior Designers written by Diana Allison and published by Fairchild Books. This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Diana Allison
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1501361074
Total Pages : 875 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (13 download)
Download or read book Estimating and Costing for Interior Designers written by Diana Allison and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2021-02-11 with total page 875 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Math is an essential component of the interior design profession. Estimating and Costing for Interior Designers, Second Edition, teaches readers a logical process for calculating materials and estimating the costs of installed products based on their math calculations. Fully updated and revised, this book utilizes step-by-step examples and worksheets to simplify the math used in the interior design field. Sample problems and exercises take the calculations of quantities needed one step further to actually apply material and labor costs, to discover the installed costs of the specified products. Exercises are provided in introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels for all types of interior designers. Clear sections cover wall and ceiling treatments, window treatments, soft fabrications, upholstery, flooring, and cabinetry and countertops, making this book applicable to both commercial and residential design projects. New to This Edition -Key pedagogical features including: learning objectives, key terms, chapter summaries, professional tips, and glossary. -Student STUDIO materials including: calculation worksheets, schedules/cost worksheets, practice examples, and flashcards. -Robust Instructor Resources including: a revised instructor's guide, test questions, additional practice exercises and answers, PowerPoints lecture slides, and Excel worksheets.
Author : Carol A. Sampson
Publisher : Watson-Guptill Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780823016297
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (162 download)
Download or read book Estimating for Interior Designers written by Carol A. Sampson and published by Watson-Guptill Publications. This book was released on 2001 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first edition of Estimating for Interior Designers quickly became the “bible” for interior designers everywhere. This completely updated and revised edition provides all the basic, nuts-and-bolts information readers expect, along with all-new sections on faux finishing, including trompe l'oeil; Roman shades; and using upholstery fabrics for drapery and bed coverings. There is also a completely new chapter on hard floor coverings, including marble, stone, wood, painted canvas, and vinyl. Of course, all materials and labor cost figures have been updated.
Author : Theo Stephen Williams
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 158115769X
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (811 download)
Download or read book The Interior Designer's Guide to Pricing, Estimating, and Budgeting written by Theo Stephen Williams and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-07-27 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second edition is updated throughout and includes additional material on time management and numerous interviews with leading designers. Empowered by the step-by-step guidance in this book, interior designers will be able to establish prices and budgets that make their clients happy and their businesses profitable. Written by a designer and veteran expert on pricing, estimating, and budgeting systems, the book provides practical guidelines on how to value the cost of designing commercial or residential interiors, from the designer's creative input to the pricing of decorating products and procedures. The book shows how to determine a profitable and fair hourly rate, balance the client's budget with his or her wishes and needs, negotiate prices with suppliers and contractors, write realistic estimates and clear proposals, manage budgets for projects of all sizes and types, and position the firm's brand in relation to its practices. Interviews with experienced interior designers, case studies, and sidebars highlight professional pitfalls and how to master them, from daily crisis management and self-organization to finding the perfect office manager.
Author : Lisa Godsey
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1609012291
Total Pages : 433 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (9 download)
Download or read book Interior Design Materials and Specifications written by Lisa Godsey and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2012-12-14 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written from the viewpoint of the working designer, this textbook describes each material's characteristics and teaches students how to evaluate, select and specify materials.
Author : Carol Sampson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780980153002
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (53 download)
Download or read book Techniques for Estimating Materials Cost and Time for Interior Designers written by Carol Sampson and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Diana Allison
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1609015193
Total Pages : 417 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (9 download)
Download or read book Estimating and Costing for Interior Designers written by Diana Allison and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2014-02-20 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This hands-on workbook demystifies the math involved in the interior design field and provides practical estimating techniques for aspiring and professional interior designers.
Author : Jeannie Ireland
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1501319884
Total Pages : 624 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (13 download)
Download or read book History of Interior Design written by Jeannie Ireland and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2018-02-22 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History of Interior Design, Second Edition, covers the history of architecture, interiors, and furniture globally, from ancient times through the late twentieth century. Each chapter gives you background information about the social and cultural context and technical innovations of the period and place, and illustrates their impact on interior design motifs. The book highlights cross-cultural influences of styles and designs, showing you how interior design is a continuing exchange of ideas. This second edition expands global coverage to Latin American, African, and Asian cultures and integrates green design into historic developments. You'll learn to use your understanding of the past to design for the present and find inspiration for your future designs. New to this Edition ~ Expanded discussion and new chronological organization of Latin American, African, and Asian cultures. ~ New chapter on Islamic design. ~ Additional information on technological developments in materials, processes, and structural design. ~ Integration of green design and its historic development. ~ Increased emphasis on modern design. History of Interior Design STUDIO ~ Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips ~ Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN (9781501321962).
Author : Carol A. Sampson
Publisher : Watson-Guptill Publications
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Estimating for Interior Designers written by Carol A. Sampson and published by Watson-Guptill Publications. This book was released on 1991 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Estimating for interior designers is a valuable tool that every designer will want to keep close at hand--and every student will want to study before entering the profession.
Author : Maryrose McGowan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 456 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Specifying Interiors written by Maryrose McGowan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher Description
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ISBN 13 : 9780876294208
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (942 download)
Download or read book Interior Home Improvement Costs written by and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated estimates for popular projects. With new sections on home offices, in-law apartments and remodeling for disabled residents. Includes: -- Attic & Basement Conversions -- Kitchen and Bath Remodeling -- Fireplaces -- Storage -- Stairs, New Floors -- Walls & Ceilings
Author : Theo Stephen Williams
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1581157665
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (811 download)
Download or read book The Graphic Designer's Guide to Pricing, Estimating, and Budgeting written by Theo Stephen Williams and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-06-29 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This helpful guide provides startup and experienced design business owners with dozens of useful, creative methods for achieving profitability. Updated throughout with additional material on time management, expanded coverage of Web and multimedia pricing, and numerous new interviews with leading designers, this third edition is an invaluable industry guide focusing on these crucial aspects of running a graphic design business. Coverage includes how to set rates, deal with competitors' pricing, use different pricing methods, prepare estimates, draft proposals, establish and manage budgets, negotiate, and position the brand of the firm. Graphic designers will find the clearly written, practical advice indispensable to professional success.
Author : Jenny Grove
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000701360
Total Pages : 219 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (7 download)
Download or read book Interior Design written by Jenny Grove and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-10-18 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a benchmark book which encourages interior designers to raise their professional status and offers their clients an insight into the complex profession of modern interior design. It demystifies what an interior designer does, and showcases the range of skills that interior designers can bring to a project to help achieve a successful outcome. The book attempts to explain the broad scope of the interior design profession, including: • the wide range of projects and specialisms • the people, roles and relationships • the skills and knowledge that designers need • the benefits of using a designer • the importance of a good client-designer relationship. Case Studies illustrate key points, pinpointing important project types and showcasing designers working in specialist fields and include comments from clients and end-users.
Author : Harold Linton
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1628925833
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (289 download)
Download or read book Portfolio Design for Interiors written by Harold Linton and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2017-08-10 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Portfolio Design for Interiors teaches the aspiring interior designer how to create a professional quality portfolio. Using real examples of outstanding student portfolios, authors Harold Linton and William Engel demonstrate how to analyze, organize, problem-solve, and convey diverse types of visual and text information in various forms of historic, contemporary, and innovative styles. The text features a robust art program and examples of various presentation applications, including graduate study, employment, scholarships, grants, competitions, and fellowships. This is an accessible and comprehensive resource for students learning professional portfolio design.
Author : Diane Leone
Publisher : Atlantic Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 1601382626
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (13 download)
Download or read book How to Open and Operate a Financially Successful Interior Design Business written by Diane Leone and published by Atlantic Publishing Company. This book was released on 2010 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book & CD-ROM. An active real estate market has turned interior design into a boom industry in recent years. Interior designers owning their own firms have a median income of $75,000. Tens of thousands of homes are for sale in the United States today, and many need the help of an interior designer to be sold. Interior designers create the spaces where we work, play, and live every day. Whether it is a private residence, corporate office, retail store, or a zany restaurant, interior designers use their creativity, as well as their knowledge of colour principles, architecture, and design, to make it work and look amazing. As a result, they are well compensated for the work. This guide provides readers with an understanding of the basic concepts of starting their own interior design business. This book is a comprehensive and detailed study of the business side of interior design. You will learn everything from the initial start-up decisions to working with clients. If you are investigating opportunities in this type of business, you should begin by reading this book. You can build a highly successful business using your talent and understanding of colour and architectural features, while providing a much needed service to home owners. If you enjoy working with people and have that creative knack, this may be the perfect business for you. Keep in mind that this business looks easy but, as with any business, looks can be deceiving. This complete manual will arm you with everything you need, including sample business forms; contracts; worksheets and checklists for planning, opening, and running day-to-day operations; setting up your office; and dozens of other valuable, timesaving tools of the trade that no business should be without. While providing detailed instruction and examples, the author leads you through every detail that will bring success. You will learn how to draw up a winning business plan (the companion CD-ROM has the actual business plan you can use in Microsoft Word® and about choosing a name; getting Started; the who, what, when, why, and how of interior design; equipment; selling your other services to your present customers; home staging and interior redesign; how to build a portfolio; how to get your first clients; how to attract and bid on new jobs; contracts and billing procedures; advertising; insurance; legal matters; basic cost control systems; market research; getting new clients; tax laws; zoning laws; pricing; leads; sales and marketing techniques; and pricing formulas. You will learn how to set up computer systems to save time and money, how to hire and keep a qualified professional staff if necessary, how to meet IRS requirements, how to manage and train employees, how to generate high profile public relations and publicity, and how to implement low cost internal marketing ideas. You will learn how to build your business by using low and no cost ways to satisfy customers, as well as increase sales and have customers refer others to you. You will learn the basics of accounting and bookkeeping procedures, auditing, successful budgeting, and profit planning development, as well as thousands of great tips and useful guidelines. This manual delivers innovative ways to streamline your business. Learn new ways to make your operation run smoother and increase performance. Successful entrepreneurs will appreciate this valuable resource and reference it in their daily activities as a source of ready-to-use forms, Web sites, operating and cost cutting ideas, and mathematical formulas that can easily be applied to their operations. The companion CD-ROM contains all the forms found in the book, as well as a sample business plan you can adapt for your own use.
Author : Mary V. Knackstedt
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118328205
Total Pages : 561 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (183 download)
Download or read book The Interior Design Business Handbook written by Mary V. Knackstedt and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-08-22 with total page 561 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thousands of interior design professionals have come to rely on The Interior Design Business Handbook for comprehensive, accessible coverage of the essential procedures, tools, and techniques necessary to manage a successful interior design business. The Fifth Edition of this essential resource has been revised to address the latest trends and changes in the field, with new and updated material on business size and structure, building a brand, client development, social networking and Internet marketing, finances, purchasing, technology and software programs, and other key areas. Complete with more than 75 sample forms and letters, this Fifth Edition is a one-stop resource for all aspects of establishing and running an interior design business from choosing a location and managing day-to-day operations to growing a business and putting it up for sale. All of the techniques and procedures in the book are rooted in real-world experience and are used daily in successful design firms throughout the United States. Filled with valuable information for solo practices and small firms as well as larger businesses, this book is an indispensable resource for seasoned professionals as well as interior designers who are at the start of their career.
Author : Linda O'Shea
Publisher : Rockport Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1610587901
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (15 download)
Download or read book The Interior Design Reference & Specification Book written by Linda O'Shea and published by Rockport Publishers. This book was released on 2013-07-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIV In the world of interior design, thousands of bits of crucial information are scattered across a wide array of sources. The Interior Design Reference & Specification Book collects the information essential to planning and executing interior projects of all shapes and sizes, and distills it in a format that is as easy to use as it is to carry. You’ll also find interviews with top practitioners drawn across the field of interior design. —Fundamentals provides a step-by-step overview of an interiors project, describing the scope of professional services, the project schedule, and the design and presentation tools used by designers. —Space examines ways of composing rooms as spatial environments while speaking to functional and life-safety concerns. —Surface identifies options in color, material, texture, and pattern, while addressing maintenance and performance issues. —Environments looks at aspects of interior design that help create a specific mood or character, such as natural and artificial lighting, sound and smell. —Elements describes the selection and specification of furniture and fixtures, as well as other components essential to an interior environment, such as artwork and accessories. —Resources gathers a wealth of useful data, from sustainability guidelines to online sources for interiors-related research. /div
