Chapter 1 The Value of Interior Design 5 Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. Design Insight “We shape the spaces that shape the human experience. This is what we do, what we create, what we give. It is how we earn our place at the human table. It is why our work is important to our clients, to our societies, and to ourselves. It is the difference we make and why we choose this noble profession.” International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers (IFI) DFIE Interiors Declaration Learning Targets After studying this chapter, you will be able to ■ interpret the defi nition of interior design. ■ summarize the individual value of interior design. ■ assess the value of interior design for the public. ■ summarize the business and economic value of interior design, including local, national, and global value. ■ explain the impact of culture and society on the value of interior design. Chapter 1