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Division 74

Activities of specialized design

This macro-category includes all design activities not covered by other divisions: industrial design, fashion design, graphic design, product design, packaging design, interior design and web design. It is the sector where entrepreneurs transform creative ideas into products and services with commercial value.

Included Activities & Applicability

  • ✅ Industrial design
  • ✅ Fashion design
  • ✅ Graphic design
  • ✅ Product design
  • ✅ Packaging design
  • ✅ Interior design
  • ✅ Web design

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

  • ❌ Architecture
  • ❌ Industrial engineering
  • ❌ Advertising
  • ❌ IT consultancy services

Subordinate Structure

741 Specialised design activities
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7411 Industrial and fashion design activities
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7412 Graphic design and visual communication activities
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7413 Interior design activities
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7414 Other specialised design activities
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742 Photographic activities
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7420 Photographic activities
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743 Written and oral translation activities
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7430 Written and oral translation activities (interpreters)
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749 Brokerage activities in the field of patents and marketing services
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7491 Brokerage activities in respect of patents and marketing services
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7499 Other professional, scientific and technical activities n.e.c.
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Detailed Analysis & Commercial Insights

Specialized Design: A Key Driver of Romania's Creative Economy

Specialized design, covered by CAEN division 74, represents a vital component of Romania's creative economy. This category encompasses activities that blend art with functionality, from industrial and fashion design to graphic, product, packaging, interior and web design. Related sectors have experienced accelerated growth over the past decade, as demand for personalized products and high-quality visual experiences has increased both domestically and internationally. For instance, Romanian fashion design has successfully entered international markets, while local industrial design contributes to innovation in fields such as furniture, automotive, and electronics. Entrepreneurs in this field face challenges related to protecting intellectual property rights, fluctuating demand, and the need to constantly invest in training and modern technologies. However, the growth potential remains significant, especially in the context of digitalization and the expansion of e-commerce, where design plays a central role in brand differentiation. To succeed, entrepreneurs must combine creativity with a solid business strategy and a good understanding of the market.