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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Here, two interior design experts share their go-to tricks for elevating your bathroom without overspending. Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 8 July 2026 Word of mouth may be a powerful networking tool, but there’s no denying the importance of an interior design website, which can be shared much more widely and provide far more information than a business card or a social media page. Stefanie Waldek, Architectural Digest, 6 July 2026 The interior design mirrors the rustic aesthetic and is finished in drywall, with wooden trim, plus vinyl plank flooring. Adam Williams july 04, New Atlas, 4 July 2026 Outside of his career in television, Baumes had a flourishing career in interior design. Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 2 July 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 11 Jul. 2026.

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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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