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Sustainable design has become far more common as a specialty in the last several years. Commercial interior designers are embracing sustainable design and becoming certified in this specialty area in order to better serve their clients. Many residential designers have also become knowledgeable and certified in sustainable concepts as the importance of a healthy home environment is important to clients.

Helping to provide standards in this area is the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED^®) program from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). This program has established both standards for sustainable designed buildings and a professional accreditation program. LEED^®‐accredited designers might work for any type or size of interior design or architectural firm.