Interior designer profile on Websta: what to include in Malta

What your profile page should contain

Your Websta profile acts as a simple website. Start with a clear profile photo - a professional headshot works, or a photo of you at work. Write a short description of who you are and what you do. For example: 'Interior designer with 8 years' experience in residential and commercial projects' tells potential clients straight away what they get.

Add a services section listing the types of work you do. Interior designers in Malta typically offer services like space planning, colour consultation, furniture selection, soft furnishings, 3D visualisation, project management, or full design packages for homes and businesses. List only the services you actually provide.

Photos matter. Include before-and-after photos of completed projects, close-ups of details, mood boards, or other visual work. If you have recent projects in Malta, use those. Make sure you have permission from clients before publishing their photos.

Add your contact information and set up online booking or a quote request form so potential clients can reach you directly through the profile. You choose whether to offer booking for consultations or prefer to receive quote requests first.

Languages for your profile

Publish your profile in English. Most people in Malta searching for services use English online, and English reaches both locals and international residents or businesses. If you are fluent in Maltese, you can add that too - it may help you reach local clients who prefer it. Do not publish in a language you do not speak fluently, as it affects how potential clients perceive your professionalism.

How people in Malta find interior designers

In the Websta marketplace, people search by service and location. Someone might search 'interior designer' in their area and see all available designers nearby, or browse by specific service like 'space planning' or 'residential design'. They can also post a task describing their project, and providers can make offers.

People also find you through direct searches - if your profile is set up and live, it appears in Websta's search results for your service and location. The profile URL follows this pattern: /marketplace/interior. Make sure your profile information is complete and accurate so it shows up correctly in searches.

Setting up as an independent interior designer in Malta

Check with the Malta Business Registry (or the relevant local authority) about registration requirements for self-employed interior designers. Requirements may differ depending on whether you work solo, take employees, or operate from a studio. The authority can tell you if you need professional liability insurance, how to register for tax purposes, and what your obligations are.

Payment on Websta runs through Stripe, which deposits earnings directly into your own bank account. You set your own prices or rates for services and quote requests. Make sure your bank account and tax documentation are in order before you start taking payments.

What to write in your first hour

Start with the basics. Upload a professional photo, write your name and a one-sentence summary of your work (for example: 'Residential interior design for homes across Malta'). Then add three to five services you offer - keep descriptions short and clear.

Add at least three photos of your work - these can be projects you have completed, design sketches, or mood boards. If you do not yet have photos of completed projects, take high-quality photos of your workspace or design elements you have created.

Set up a contact method - either enable booking for a consultation, or add a quote request form so people can describe their project and you can follow up. Write a brief note about how you prefer to start working with clients: for example, 'I offer a free initial consultation' or 'I request a brief via email before preparing a quote'.

Do not worry about having everything perfect at launch. You can update photos, services and your description over time as your business grows.

Getting paid and managing your business

Stripe handles payments when clients book or pay through the platform. The money goes into your own bank account, and you receive a transaction record. Keep track of all earnings for tax purposes. Check Malta's tax regulations for self-employed professionals - you may need to register for income tax and VAT depending on your turnover.

Set your own prices based on your experience, the complexity of projects, and local market rates. You can update prices or add new services at any time from your profile.

Growing your presence over time

After your first month, add more photos and testimonials if clients are happy to share them. Keep your profile updated - add recent projects, refresh descriptions, and respond quickly to inquiries. A complete, active profile attracts more searches and bookings than one that looks abandoned.

Use the profile as a portfolio. Many potential clients like to see your previous work before they contact you, so good photos save time for both of you.