Interior Design Myth Busters
Interior Design is not all about making the perfect karate chopped pillow, there are building codes we must follow with an ancient history inspiring design trends today.
How much do you know about Interior Design? Test your knowledge with this quiz! Maybe we will bust a few myths for you along the way…
1. Interior Design is the same as decorating.
TRUE / FALSE
2. Interior Design started during which age?
A. Egyptians B. Romans C. Greeks D. 19th Century
3. Carpet is a clean and great way to design a bathroom. (Helps soak up the water!)
TRUE / FALSE
4. For every 35 employees in a business there must be at least how many toilets?
A. 3 B. 2 C. 1 D. 6
5. What is the most popular white paint color?
A. Alabaster SW B. Dove White BM C. Sea Breeze SW D. White Herron BM
6. To comply with ADA (American Disabilities Standards) code, a hallway in a commercial building must be how wide?
A. 36” B. 72” C. 42” D. 24”
7. What color is used to promote productivity?
A. Green B. Red C. Yellow D. Blue
8. In restaurant design, what colors are used by brands to stimulate appetite?
A. Red and Orange B. Blue and Green C. Yellow and Blue
9. Aesthetically, what should you center your room design around?
A. The sofa B. A focal point C. The TV D. The windows
10. Lighting found on your ceiling is called what type of lighting?
A. General Lighting B. Task Lighting C. Individual Lighting D. Ambiance Lighting
11. It is proven that more windows in a space make you happier.
TRUE / FALSE
12. Mirrors give a space more depth and make it appear larger.
TRUE / FALSE
13. The first known Interior Designer was:
A. Joanna Gaines B. Elise De Wolf C. Johnathan Adler D. Dorothy Draper
14. What is the minimum timeline to become a certified designer?
A. 6 months B. 2 years C. 6 years D. Sign up online in one click
Did we stump you? Check your answers below!
Answers: 1. False 2. A 3. False 4. B 5. Trick question! All 6. A 7. D 8. A 9. B 10. A 11. True 12. True 13. B 14. C
