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An interior design business is very simple to start because you do not require any complicated items as when staring a building business or car washing business.

The interior design industry is a multi-million rand industry but this does not mean that you will start racking in millions in your first year as an interior design consultant.

Decorating can actually be quiet fun and you are guaranteed to enjoy yourself in your new found business. You will need to learn how to sell your services and skills to all the potential customers and clients.

You will also need to register your business and you must get a business number and registration. You can check your government listings for the correct number. You must also check with your local accountant to see what needs to be done about taxes etc. Is interior design right for me?

You must also decide if you are going to be a home business or if you are planning to run a studio for a lease. Make sure to purchase all of the necessary materials. Some items you can get for free if you know where to look.

Here is a list of some of those materials.

What you will need

  • Colour swatches for paints and fabrics ( you can get many of them for free from local paint stores if you ask)

  • Fabric samples are a necessity (you can get them for free from your local furniture store)

  • Interior decorating magazines for client perusal (it helps them get an idea of what they like)

  • Furniture catalogues (free from furniture dealers and retailers)

  • Fine arts catalogue, get them from art galleries

  • Kitchen and bathroom catalogues. Basically get catalogues from everybody that deals with furniture, art, and lighting stores

  • Photos of your work, and signed recommendations (remember you get them from family and friends when you are just starting out)

  • Your portfolio (always have a copy of your portfolio)

  • Anyone Aspiring To Become An Interior Designer Needs To Have The Following Things