San Francisco Interior Design Schools: Make a Statement
by Kate McIntyrekate.mcIntyre@interiordesignschoolreview.com
Interior Design School Review Columnist
In his proclamation establishing San Francisco's Design Makes a Difference Week, Gavin Newsom, San Francisco's mayor, stated that "San Francisco is home to many of the nation's most creative and innovative designers, and this design community represents a vital cultural force." It's hard to find more conclusive proof of a city's commitment to excellence in design. At an interior decorating school in San Francisco, you can hone your skills in one of the most design-conscious cities in the country, a place whose residents know and understand good design.
Design Makes a Difference
Special activities during San Francisco's Design Makes a Difference Week include exhibitions, conversations with renowned designers, receptions, and awards ceremonies for local designers. It is a perfect opportunity for young interior designers to network with their more established peers, paving the way for future internships and job opportunities.San Francisco Museums and Interior Decorating Showrooms
San Francisco’s museums are also an invaluable source of design inspiration for young interior designers. Of special interest is the Museum of Modern Art, which features avant-garde exhibits, sculptures, and multimedia works.Another can't-miss spot for any aspiring interior designer is the Design District, anchored by the enormous San Francisco Design Center. With over 100 showrooms and 2,000 manufacturers represented, the Design Center is an education all by itself. Its weekly seminars with interior design professionals can help you to ground your theoretical training in practical experience.
If you attend interior design school in San Francisco, you will graduate with valuable contacts in the local interior design industry who can help to further your career. Even better, the San Francisco area's robust tech-driven economy means that there should be many jobs for aspiring interior designers.
Sources:
- "About SFDC," San Francisco Design Center
- "Proclamation from the City of San Francisco," AIGA San Francisco
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Kate McIntyre is a writer in Portland, Oregon. She holds a B.A. from Harvard University and an M.F.A. in fiction writing from Oregon State University.
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