Which Nice Classification Class Is Interior Design In?

Interior design services fall under Class 42, which covers design services broadly, alongside scientific and technological services — a class built around expertise and planning rather than physical goods.

Why this is separate from the furniture itself

An interior designer's actual output — space planning, layout, material and colour selection — is a service, distinct from any physical product involved. A design firm that also manufactures or retails furniture (see our furniture entry) under the same brand would need Class 20 for the furniture and Class 42 for the design service, since these are legally distinct offerings even when sold together as a package.

Where interior design firms often need a second class

A firm that also runs the actual construction or renovation work, rather than only designing it, would need Class 37, the construction and installation class, in addition to Class 42. A firm that sells home décor products directly through its own store would need the relevant product class plus Class 35 for the retail service.

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