interior design

noun

: the art or practice of planning and supervising the design and execution of architectural interiors and their furnishings

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Brandeis Short is a designer and the co-founder of interior design studio Pillar & Peacock. Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026 At the start of their relationship, Sperr verbally agreed to give up her interior design career in favor of managing the pair’s homes, overseeing renovations, caring for Bass and representing the couple socially, according to the lawsuit. Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2026 Maximalist Garden Design Similar to interior design, the Rococo aesthetic, with its ornate and romantic details, is taking over garden design. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Sep. 2026 The interior design is by Faith and Seth Freytag, the landscape design is by Naturally Rooted, and the project construction is by Completely Transformed and Hardwick General Contracting. Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interior design

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First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interior design was in 1927

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“Interior design.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interior%20design. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

Kids Definition

interior design

noun
: the art of decorating and furnishing the interior of a building
the college offers a good program in interior design

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