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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But the Qatari plane separates itself most visibly with its lavish inside amenities – including creamy tan and leather furnishings, rugs and artwork designed by the famed French interior design firm Cabinet Alberto Pinto. Joey Garrison, USA Today, 1 July 2026 The Universal Kids Resort Hotel has several room options, all of which include bunk beds and colorful interior design accents mirroring the hues used in various lands around the park. Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 30 June 2026 Throughout the spaces, contemporary Restoration Hardware furniture silhouettes define the interior design scheme. Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 30 June 2026 Given the quality of the architecture and interior design of the individual stores, the 340,000-square-foot Belmont Park Village seems more full price than off-price, but that’s the format. David Moin, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for interior design

Word History

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 2 Jul. 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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