design d'interni
The English phrase 'interior design' is translated into Italian as design d'interni.
The term is used to describe the design of internal spaces.
Meaning: design of internal space (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the borrowed English word design followed by the elided preposition di (of) and the plural noun interni (interiors).
Which one should you use?
While design d'interni is common, progettazione d'interni is a more formal and technically accurate term used in professional and academic contexts to describe the act of designing spaces. Similarly, progettazione di interni serves as a formal alternative for 'interior design'.
Did you know?
- In Italy, a professional who specializes in design d'interni might be called an architetto d'interni. This highlights the cultural view that interior design is a branch of architecture rather than just decoration.
- In Italian fashion and luxury magazines, you will often see design used as a noun to describe a specific piece of furniture, whereas in English 'design' usually refers to the overall plan.
- While design is borrowed from English, Italians often pronounce it as de-zayn or di-zain to fit Italian phonetics, making it a distinct loanword rather than a direct copy of the English pronunciation.
Examples in context
- Durante il nostro incontro, parleremo del design d'interni dell'edificio.During our meeting, we will discuss the interior design of the building.
- Studia design d'interni all'università.She studies interior design at the university.
- Il design d'interni è la sua passione.Interior design is her passion.
- Cerco un esperto di design d'interni.I am looking for an interior design expert.
Example conversation
Martina and Alessandro are discussing their career paths in a cafe.
- MartinaAlessandro, cosa vorresti fare da grande?Alessandro, what would you like to do in the future?
- AlessandroMi piacerebbe lavorare nel design d'interni.I would like to work in interior design.
- MartinaÈ un lavoro molto creativo per un uomo come te.It is a very creative job for a man like you.
- AlessandroSì, e anche molto stimolante.Yes, and also very stimulating.
