Tell me about your ideal design project. If you could conceptualize anything from start to finish, what would it be?
As an Interior Designer, you probably daydream and conceptualize projects that you would take on if there were no restrictions. Without a budget or anyone saying no to your ideas, what would you create? Take your time to walk the interviewer through your ideal design project. Share your inspiration and bring it to life for the interviewer.
"I love to travel and embrace other cultures. I have traveled all over the world and have lived in numerous countries, leading to the signature style that I have crafted today. My ideal design project would be the renovation of a residential home that takes all of these experiences and inspiration and translates them into an oasis. I would love to build a bed-and-breakfast-style resort and would take a lot of inspiration from my favorite designer, Abigail Ahern. I recently took her masterclass 'Designing Your Dream Home,' and I learned a lot from her eclectic, playful, and warm approach to design. She teaches 'breaking the rules' and 'following your instinct' which I can easily do since my inspiration comes from the numerous places I have lived around the world. This B&B style resort would include an earthy palette, the inclusion of exotic botanicals, and a lot of texture and layers. I would bring outdoor elements in, and then I would create an outdoor oasis that flowed naturally."
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Anonymous Answer
My dream job would be doing the interior design for clients that have homes abroad to allow me to travel while working. Two things I love the most! I would love exploring the culture and gain inspiration from my travels! Of course, this is my dream, and I look forward to all of the design experiences that I am offered in my career. Someday, I will achieve my dream! For now, gaining experience is my hope!
Rachelle's Feedback
Your goals are very exciting! I recommend wording this a bit differently so that it doesn't seem that this role is an 'until I get what I really want' type of opportunity. I have offered a slight revision, below.
"My two passions are design and travel! My dream career would include the opportunity to gain design inspiration from other cultures. I look forward to the design experiences offered by (company name) and working with your diverse client base."
Anonymous Answer
My ideal job would be to design spaces that truly make an impact on people's daily lives; Spaces that are visually pleasing and practical that support and enhance their daily routine. Nothing would make me happy than to work as an interior designer, day in and day out. Specifically, I would like to design residential homes for the public, but for now, gaining experience and developing my skills is my main goal.
Rachelle's Feedback
Good revision! These added specifics will help the interviewer to picture your ideal career path.
"My ideal job would be to design spaces that truly make an impact on people's daily lives. Spaces that are visually pleasing and practical that support and enhance their daily routine. Nothing would make me happier than to work as an interior designer, day in and day out. Specifically, I would like to design residential homes for the public, but for now, gaining broader experience and developing my foundational design skills is my main goal."
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