Comprehensive Interior Design Program
Course Duration: 126 hours
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This course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the field of interior
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design. Students will learn about the principles and elements of design, color theory, spatial
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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