interior design

/ɪnˈtiriər dɪˈzaɪn/
/ɪnˈtɪriə dɪˈzaɪn/
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Definitions of interior design
  1. noun
    the trade of planning the layout and furnishings of an architectural interior
    synonyms: interior decoration
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    types:
    furnishing
    the act of decorating a house or room
    lighting
    the craft of providing artificial light
    type of:
    craft, trade
    the skilled practice of a practical occupation
  2. noun
    the branch of architecture dealing with the selection and organization of furnishings for an architectural interior
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    type of:
    architecture
    the discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings
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