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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Despite the fact it was built in 2024, the couple still wanted the floor plan and interior design of their new pad to be completely reconfigured. Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2026 Updates to the stone work were undertaken by the owners’ grandparents, and the interior design highlights traditional features, with a contemporary spin. Katie Silcox, Vogue, 28 May 2026 Osaka sat down for an exclusive interview with People shortly after Shai's birth to discuss interior design. Emma Banks, InStyle, 28 May 2026 The bill also criminalizes interior design. Doug McCauley, Oc Register, 27 May 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 4 Jun. 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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