Want to learn how to transform empty spaces into beautiful, livable rooms? If so, a career in interior designing could be the perfect choice.

This course focuses on the fundamentals of designing for residential interiors and introduces students to the field of interior design. With each lesson, students will develop their skills, enthusiasm, and flair for interior design by producing scaled hand drawings and delivering a presentation.

Course Outline

• Topic 1
  • What is an interior designer
  • Introduction to color
  • Phases of design
  • Floor plans
  • Introduction to scales 1:50 and 1:20
  • Introduction to design styles
  • Activity: Living room plan 1:50 and mood board
• Topic 2
  • Interior design consultation and project brief
  • Principles of interior design
  • Furniture layout comparisons and living room configurations
  • Ergonomics
  • Activity: Living room furniture layout plan and mood board
• Topic 3
  • Dining room ergonomics
  • Dining room standard dimensions
  • Activity: Dining room furniture layout plan and mood board
• Topic 4
  • Materials and finishes
  • Types of fabrics
  • Types of wall coverings
  • Types of flooring
  • Floor patterns
• Topic 5
  • ​​​​​​​Bedroom standard dimensions​​​​​​​
  • Bedroom ergonomics
  • Furniture layout comparisons
  • Activity: Bedroom furniture layout plan and mood board
  • Standard dimensions summary
  • Samples and presentation board
• Topic 6
  • ​​​​​​​End-of-course test
  • Student project presentations and test feedback

Internship & Work Opportunities

The end goal of the training is to secure work in the industry, which is facilitated through internship opportunities at design companies and showrooms such as Pottery Barn, Ethan Allen, Crate & Barrel, and more. Work shadowing is also organized for top students during holiday breaks. Great care is taken to match the student's aspirations and abilities with a suitable practice.