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A space planner is responsible for diagramming
how an interior space should be organized to create an optimal
balance of space and utility. This includes planning room
layouts to optimally arrange furniture, equipment, telecommunications
and other needs. Space planners work in a variety of settings,
typically commercial or industrial, such as office buildings,
classrooms, research facilities, and centralized computer
facilities. They often work in conjunction with interior designers
and architects to create plans that make the most efficient
use of space. Staff space planners must keep track of ongoing
space allocations, conduct space feasibility and utilization
studies, assist in identification of problems and trends of
future space needs, and make recommendations for changes in
space assignment and facilities inventory processing.
Space Planner Salary Range:
A space planner with about 3 years of relevant
experience and appropriate educational attainment can expect
to earn around $35,000 per year in metropolitan areas.
Space Planner Career and Job Outlook:
Based on the growing increase in demand for
interior designers, it is expected that the market for space
planners will also continue to grow in the next few years.
Space Planner Career Qualifications:
Experience - Previous commercial interior
design or facilities management experience is preferred.
Personal Characteristics/Skills
- logical and analytic thinker, detail-oriented; good written
and oral communications skills; ability to analyze space utilization
and facilities inventory and make recommendations for optimal
usage; knowledge of specialized computer applications used in
the field including AutoCAD
Space Planner Career Path:
Trainee > Facilities Space
Manager > Space Planner >
Senior Space Planner
Learn More about these Space Planning
Schools:
Start your career today by enrolling in an Interior
Design or Space Planning program from one of our highly respected
interior design schools!
You can also learn more about a Space Planning career by reading
our feature article, "The
World of Space Planning."
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