Provide interior styling service

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:46 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
MSFID5010

State Code
WI539

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
10/12/2013

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

20/06/2014

Field of Education

040107 - Interior And Environmental Design

Original Release Date

20/06/2014

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency covers providing design styling services for a range of interior spaces, including selecting, sourcing and placing objects and accessories for visual effect. Styling may be for residential, retail, or commercial environments and may be for permanent or temporary application.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1 Confirm services with client

1.1 The range of services offered as interior stylist are discussed with client
1.2 Services typically provided to client target market are discussed with client
1.3 Suppliers appropriate to client target market are identified and ability to manage supply for the project discussed with client
1.4 Styling service to be provided is negotiated and confirmed with t client

2 Determine client style requirements

2.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to styling a space are verified and complied with
2.2 Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client
2.3 Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed
2.4 Communication with others is established and maintained
2.5 Styling requirements are identified and confirmed with client

3 Develop style design

3.1 Space dimensions are measured and needs of the space assessed
3.2 Sketches and drawings are prepared to illustrate the space
3.3 Plan layout is prepared taking into account artistic relevance and colour balance
3.4 Entertainment values and the effect on end users are analysed
3.5 Cultural and historical considerations are evaluated in respect of the space style
3.6 Styling requirements for the space are determined in order to create a specific style
3.7 Products, finishes and accessories necessary to complete the project are selected and costed
3.8 Materials and processes are specified
3.9 Costing and timelines are compiled and developed
3.10 Detailed budget is prepared to meet styling requirements

4 Create visual impact by styling a space

4.1 Products, finishes and accessories are sourced and organised to meet brief requirements
4.2 Visual impact is created by strategically placing objects into the space, taking into consideration design elements and principles
4.3 Installation of products, finishes and accessories is monitored to ensure the essence of the image or style is maintained
4.4 Arrangement is resolved to meet client needs and project brief

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WA354	LMFID5010A	Provide interior styling service	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
OAI79	MSFID5018	Provide interior styling service	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
J752	MSF60113	Advanced Diploma of Interior Design	Qualification
J744	MSF50213	Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration	Qualification