Course Description: The course emphasizes hands-on projects and encourages students to express their personal style, arrangement, and decoration, developing their creative skills and learning how to design functional color theory, and design elements. Students will explore the basics of room layout, furniture. This beginner-level interior design course introduces teens to the principles of space planning and design. Course Objectives:

By the end of the program, students will be able to:

1. Understand the principles of interior design.

2. Create room layouts and floor plans.

3. Apply color theory and choose appropriate materials for different spaces.

4. Learn how to select and arrange furniture and decor.

5. Present a room design project and explain their creative process.

Module 1: Introduction to Interior Design

Overview of Interior Design Elements (Space, Line, Form, Light, Texture)

Understanding the Role of an Interior Designer

Module 2: Space Planning and Layout

Learning How to Read Floor Plans

Creating Simple Room Layouts (Living Room, Bedroom)

Exploring Different Furniture Arrangements for Functionality

Module 3: Color Theory and Materials

Basics of Color Theory (Color Wheel, Warm vs. Cool Colors)

Choosing Colors and Textures for Different Spaces

Introduction to Common Materials (Wood, Fabric, Metal)

Module 4: Crafting Mini Furniture and Decor

Selecting the Right Furniture for a Space

Mixing and Matching Styles

Adding Decorative Elements (Rugs, Art, Accessories)

Module 5: Fashion Show-and-Tell

Designing a Room Using All Learned Concepts

Creating a Mood Board and Floor Plan

Presenting the Final Design to the Class