Comprehensive Interior Design Program
Course Duration: 126 hours
- This course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the field of interior design. Students will learn about the principles and elements of design, color theory, spatial planning, furniture selection, lighting, and materials. The course will also cover basic drafting and computer-aided design (CAD) techniques, as well as project management skills.
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
• Understand the principles and elements of design and how they apply to interior design.
• Apply color theory to create visually pleasing interiors.
• Plan and organize interior spaces.
• Select appropriate furniture and materials for interior spaces.
• Use basic drafting and CAD techniques to create floor plans and elevations.
• Manage interior design projects from start to finish.
Attendance and participation: 20%
- Introduction to Interior Design
- Definition of interior design
- History of interior design
- Career opportunities in interior design
- Principles and Elements of Design
- Basic principles of design
- Applying principles and elements to interior design
- Psychological effects of color in interiors
- Space planning and design process
- Human factors and ergonomics
- Developing floor plans and elevations
Week 5:
- Selecting appropriate furniture for specific interior spaces
- Basic principles of lighting design
- Selecting appropriate lighting fixtures for specific interior spaces
- Types of materials used in interior design
- Selection of appropriate materials for specific interior spaces
- Sustainability in interior design
Week 8:
- Drafting and CAD Techniques
- Introduction to CAD software
- Developing floor plans and elevations using CAD
- Project management process
- Scheduling and budgeting
- Project communication and documentation
Week 10:
- Applying all learned concepts to design a full interior space
- Project presentation and critique