Course curriculum

  • 1

    1. Introduction (1 day)

    • Welcome to the course

    • Distance learning

    • How studying with us works

    • Working as an Interior Designer

    • Materials you will need during the course

    • Objectives of the assignment

    • Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

    • Assignment 1

    • Your planning

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 2

    2. The work of an Interior Designer (3 days)

    • Overview and purpose

    • What does an Interior Designer do?

    • Needs analysis

    • The design process

    • Concept

    • The different phases of an Interior Design Project

    • Interior design companies

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 3

    3. Communicate your design vision (3 days)

    • Overview and purpose

    • Presentation tools

    • Designboards

    • Handcrafted or Digital Work?

    • Layout

    • Typography

    • The Golden Ratio

    • Composition

    • Takeaways from the Lesson

    • Assignment Layout

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 4

    4. Selling your initial ideas (4 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Sales Pitch

    • Logo and Graphic Profile

    • The Function of a Mood Board

    • Creating a moodboard by hand

    • Storytelling

    • Design Concept Statement

    • Assignment - Selling your initial ideas

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 5

    5. Sketching techniques (3 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Is Freehand Sketching for Everyone?

    • Basic Sketching Technique

    • Sketch What You See

    • VIDEO – Sketch What You See

    • Exercise - Sketch What You See

    • A Geometric Shape Becomes a Piece of Furniture

    • VIDEO - Sketch Drawing Furniture

    • Sketch in Perspective

    • VIDEO - Draw One Point Perspective

    • Assignment - Sketching techniques

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 6

    6. Basic color theory (4 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • The NCS System

    • Color Space

    • How to Write Color with NCS Codes

    • Getting Started

    • Working with Color in the Course

    • Criteria for Color Selection

    • Assignment - Basic color theory

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 7

    7. Hard materials (4 days)

    • Introduction

    • Overview and Purpose

    • History and Use in Human History

    • Wood Materials

    • Stone Materials

    • Tiles: Ceramic and Porcelain

    • Other Noteworthy Materials

    • Paint as a Material

    • Materials Room by Room

    • Key Takeaways from the Lesson

    • Assignment - Hard materials

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 8

    8. Architecture and design history (3 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Introduction to Design History

    • The Egyptians

    • Ancient Greece

    • The Roman Empire

    • The Byzantine Empire

    • The Medieval Period in England and Europe

    • The Renaissance in Italy

    • The Baroque Era in Europe

    • Rococo in 18th Century France

    • Assignment - Architecture and design history

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

    • Key takeaways from the lesson

  • 9

    9. Designers around the world (3 days)

    • Introduction

    • Overview and Purpose

    • The Evolution of Design Through the Ages

    • Influential Designers Throughout History - Bauhaus

    • Influential Designers Throughout History – Scandinavian Design

    • Influential Designers Throughout History – Italian Design

    • Influential Designers Throughout History – Modern Icons

    • Design Principles and Aesthetics

    • Challenges and Ethics in Design

    • Current Trends in Design

    • Collaboration Between Interior Designers and Product Designers

    • Design Collaboration: Savoy Hotel in London

    • Design Collaboration: Louise Liljencrantz and K.F.K. Masterwork

    • Interior Design in Practice – A Deep Dive into Design

    • Glossary of Terms

    • Assignment - Designers around the world

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 10

    10. 20th Century-style eras (3 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Jugend / Art Nouveau - 1896-1910

    • De Stijl (c. 1917–1932)

    • Bauhaus (1919–1933)

    • Art Deco (c. 1920–1949) and Swedish Grace (c. 1910–1930)

    • The Swedish Folkhem (c. 1930–1960)

    • Assignment - 20th Century-style eras

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 11

    11. Basic drawing techniques (4 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Drawing Techniques

    • Standards for Interior Design Symbols

    • Scale

    • Creating a Floor Plan

    • Furnishing and Drawing Symbols

    • GUIDE - Clearance Spaces and Furniture Dimensions

    • Drawing symbols

    • North Arrow and Title Block

    • Assignment - Basic drawing techniques

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 12

    12. Interior design styles and style keys (5 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Introduction

    • Interior Design Styles – Minimalism

    • Interior Design Styles – Classical

    • Interior Design Styles – Exotic

    • Interior Design Styles – 1960s & 1970s

    • Interior Design Styles – Country Style

    • Assignment - Interior Styles

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 13

    13. Basic lighting techniques (4 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Introduction

    • What is light?

    • Room and light affect each other

    • Lighting Categories

    • Lighting

    • Lighting in different rooms

    • Fixtures and electrical symbols

    • How do you plan lighting?

    • Assignment - Basic Lighting Techniques

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 14

    14. Feng Shui as an interior design tool (3 days)

    • Overview and purpose

    • Feng Shui as a design tool

    • Personality Types

    • Colors and elements in Feng Shui

    • Chi och Sha Chi

    • The doctrine of the five animals

    • The Bagua

    • The Bagua - The Different Areas

    • The enhancing cycle

    • Assignment - Feng Shui

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 15

    15. Product collage (5 days)

    • Overview and purpose

    • Product Collage Techniques

    • Color Scheme

    • Product List

    • Digital Product Collage

    • Assignment: Pool House Interior Design

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 16

    16. Functional rooms (3 days)

    • Overview and purpose

    • Introduction

    • The Primary Functions of a Room

    • The Hallway

    • The Living Room

    • The Bathroom

    • The Kitchen

    • Kon Marie

    • Assignment: Functional Rooms

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 17

    17. Textile materials (5 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Introduction to Textiles

    • Choosing Fabric

    • Choosing Color and Pattern

    • Styling with Common Textile Accessories

    • Pillows and Accessories

    • Curtains

    • Rugs

    • Textile Material Knowledge

    • Certifications

    • Where Can You Find Textiles for Your Projects?

    • Assignment: Material Knowledge

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 18

    18. SketchUp Basic Course - Interior design drawings (6 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Why SketchUp?

    • What Can You Do in SketchUp?

    • Valuable Tips Before You Start

    • Download SketchUp

    • Opening SketchUp for the first time

    • Before you start

    • The Basics of the Floor Plan - Part 1

    • The Basics of the Floor Plan - Part 2

    • The Basics of the Floor Plan - Part 3

    • Assignment 1 - The Basics of the Floor Plan

    • Furnish the Floor Plan - Part 1

    • Furnish the Floor Plan – Part 2

    • Assignment 2 - Furnish the Floor Plan

    • Trace a Floor Plan - Part 1

    • Trace a Floor Plan - Part 2

    • Tags

    • Scenes

    • Assignment 3 - Tags and scenes

    • Component Library

    • Lighting Plan

    • Complete Your Floor Plan - LayOut

    • Assignment - SketchUp Basic Course

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 19

    19. Interior Design PROJECT 1: The China Move (8 days)

    • Overview and purpose

    • Project Information

    • Assignment: PROJECT 1

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 20

    20. Preparing for internships & jobs (5 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • What is a Portfolio?

    • How Can You Assemble Your Portfolio?

    • Different Portfolio Tools

    • Showcase, Share, and Update Your Portfolio

    • Internship

    • SMART Goals

    • Assignment: Build Your Portfolio Foundation

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 21

    21. Interior design philosophy with an idealistic approach (3 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Wabi Sabi

    • The Four Noble Truths of Buddha

    • The Fundamental Principles of Wabi SabiThe Fundamental Principles of Wabi Sabi

    • Space

    • Wabi Sabi and Colors

    • Coloring Your Home

    • Natural Forms

    • Assignment: Interior Design Philosophy with an Idealistic Approach

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 22

    22. Color application in practice (5 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Choosing Colors

    • Color Psychology

    • NCS - Colors

    • Finding Inspiration

    • Creating a Color Scheme Proposal for the Client

    • Building a Color Palette with the NCS Colorpin App

    • Color Tools for Interior Designers

    • Assignment - Practical Application of Color

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 23

    23. Building conservation (4 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Renovating with methods that create lasting value

    • The building’s surroundings and architectural heritage

    • Cultural Heritage Buildings and Historic Landmarks

    • Materials and techniques

    • Key considerations and potential issues with historic buildings

    • Assignment - Exterior Color and Renovation Proposal

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 24

    24. Start your own business (3 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Who Should Start Their Own Business?

    • Your Strengths and Weaknesses

    • Choosing a Business Structure

    • The Business Plan

    • Get a Clear Understanding of Your Business Idea

    • Tax-Deductible Expenses

    • Company Accounting

    • Assignment - Start Your Own Business

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 25

    25. How to market yourself as an interior designer (5 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Marketing

    • Marketing Plan

    • Visual Identity / Branding

    • Website

    • Social Media - Instagram

    • Social Media - Facebook

    • Social Media - LinkedIn

    • Social Media - Pinterest

    • Social Media - TikTok

    • Business Cards

    • Mind Map

    • Assignment - Create Your Personal Marketing Plan and Visual Identity

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 26

    26. Decoration and focal points (26 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Design Elements and Principles

    • Still life

    • Decorate with Plants

    • Create a Gallery Wall

    • Choosing a Wall

    • Mini Analysis of the Interior

    • Choose your Paintings and Prints

    • Step-by-Step Guide

    • Assignment

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 27

    27. Drawing techniques as a presentation tool (5 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Different Types of Floor Plans

    • Elevation Drawings

    • Assignment - Drawing techniques as a presentation tool

  • 28

    29. Sustainable Interior Design (5 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Interior Design, Consumption, and Environmental Impact – A Background

    • Circular Economy

    • Circular Business Models

    • Circular Interior Design

    • Function Over Consumption – A New Way of Thinking

    • From Linear Consumption to Circular Norms

    • Aesthetics

    • Ecodesign and the Sustainability Wheel

    • Collaborating with Different Types of Businesses

    • Sustainable Materials – An Overview

    • New Production and Eco-Labeling – How It Works!

    • Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

    • Assignment – Sustainability in Interior Design

  • 29

    30. Lighting planning (5 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Lighting Design

    • The Relationship Between Light and Space

    • Lighting Categories

    • Understanding Light – From Technical Values to Human Experience

    • PERCIFAL – Perceptual Spatial Analysis of Color and Light

    • Lighting Regulations

    • Light Pollution in Design

    • Tools for the Lighting Design Process

    • Different Lighting for Different Rooms

    • Light Fixtures

    • Dimmer, Timer, and Motion Sensor

    • Assignment - Lighting Plan

  • 30

    31. Interior Design PROJECT: The 1920s House (8 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Plan 1920s House

    • Assignment - The 1920s House

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 31

    32. Final Project for Interior Decoration (4 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • Assignment - Room for Pause

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 32

    33. Online Exam: Certified Interior Decorator (1 day)

    • Online Exam

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Online exam

  • 33

    34. Introduction to Homestaging (2 days)

    • What is Home Staging?

    • The History and Development of Home Staging

    • Different Types of Home Staging Projects

    • How to Price Your Home Staging Services

    • Collaborating with Other Professionals

    • 34 IHS. Homestaging project

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 34

    35. The Real Estate Market (3 days)

    • Overview and Purpose

    • What does the real estate market look like, and what factors influence it?

    • Buying and Selling Homes

    • Styling for the New Buyer

    • The Real Estate Agent

    • Assignment – Staging strategy for a real estate listing

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment

  • 35

    36. The Home Staging Process (3 days)

    • The Homestaging Process Step by Step

    • The Client Meeting — Before, During, and After

    • Plan Your Styling

    • Get Started With Your Business

    • What Do You Need?

    • Templates and agreements

    • Assignment - The Home Staging Process

    • ‼️ Confirmation of Submitted Assignment