First, designers consult with clients and architects . They coordinate and select colors, fabrics, floor and wall coverings, light fixtures, cabinetwork, and other accessories. Then they develop designs and prepare working drawings and specifications for interior construction, furnishings, lighting, and finishes. They estimate costs, select materials, and prepare contracts. Designers may order furnishings and make sure that they are installed and arranged according to plan.
Some jobs are to perform a single task in a private residence.
Other jobs are to design and coordinate the interior of large buildings. These include office buildings, airports, hospitals, theaters, restaurants, and hotels. Merchandise displayers are similar to interior designers. Merchandise displayers are best known for designing and setting up the displays in store windows. They also set up the displays inside stores.