The career that helps people live beautifully

They say home is where the heart is, and it's truer now than ever. With Netflix and ordering-in apps, our homes are an important escape from the pressures of our increasingly hectic everyday lives; a sanctuary to relax, recharge, and reconnect with loved ones.

But not just that, we want our homes to be a reflection of who we are. We want to relax on a stylish sofa, with just the right coffee table, and our feet propped on an ottoman like the one we saw on Pinterest.

As a result of our thirst for self-expression, and the undeniable rising cost of real estate, people are looking to re-invent the home they have, rather than relocating to somewhere new.

So it's no surprise interest in interior design has risen steadily over the years. TV shows are now focusing not just on renovations, but also in the art of interior design and decorating.

The University of Tasmania offers the courses to give you a future in interior and architectural design.

But no matter how many DIY shows there are, and how many Pinterest boards are created, people need good interior designers to really bring a design vision to life.

That's where the University of Tasmania's School of Architecture and Design comes in. The University has excellent offerings in interior design, giving graduates the skills to become highly developed visual thinkers, with the creative ability to turn rooms into liveable works of art, and transform dingy and uninspiring spaces into interesting and functional areas.

And the interior design industry continues to grow.

Figures from magazine, Living Inside report that in the US, total design fees have hit US$3 billion from almost 50,000 projects. People who supply products to interior designers would be celebrating too, with almost US$70 billion spent on furnishings, construction, and fixtures. 

With numbers like this, it's clear the interior design industry gives graduates a whole range of career opportunities.

It's a, exciting time to embrace this fascinating discipline, so why not explore what's on offer at the University of Tasmania?

For anyone looking into a career in large scale design, a scroll through the University of Tasmania's School of Architecture and Design page can give you instant insight into how you can start your career in this rewarding space.