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Why Hire a C.I.D. Professional?

Well executed Interior Design and Decoration performed by a professionally trained Interior Decorator or Interior Designer, has always had the additional side benefit to the client or owner, of adding to the potential real estate value of any residence whether a home, apartment or condominium. Good decorating always produces good results!

With the high standards being set today in the Interior Design industry by professional member associations such as Certified Interior Decorators International (C.I.D.) and the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the consumer has a wider choice in making a decision to choose the right decorating professional.

Certified Professionals, whether designer or decorator, are educated in color response and color psychology. They know what colors and finishes are going to be pleasing to the customer and also to the potential buyer when the time comes to sell. They will point out existing colors that will cause a negative response to a potential buyer while at the same time, guide you as to the use of the right colors that will promote a very positive real estate resale response.

The decorating professional also uses common sense in advice concerning keeping up with repairs and painting as needed. They also can see and point out clutter and things accumulated by the clients over the years that need to be sold, given to charity, or stored while the property is on the market.

Personal touches showing the personality of the resident is a good thing that buyers can easily relate too. An interior for resale does not need to be depersonalized, as is the practice of some today. In fact, doing so will definitely cause a negative response. The thing that makes professionally decorated "Model Homes" successful for builders and their buyers is the use of personal pictures and accessories adding to the personal touches for greater sales appeal.

It is well worth the investment to hire a recognized "Certified" professional. How do you find them? Look for the letters (appellation) directly after his/her name representing professional affiliation with a membership association.

Who certifies industry professionals? The National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certifies Interior Designers. Certified Interior Decorators International (C.I.D.) certifies Interior Decorators.