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In this course, students will gain insight into all aspects of life as an interior designer. We will review in broad strokes what transpires from the moment a project commences until the finished work is photographed. Topics covered include: Managing clients expectations Creating project budgets and schedules Managing trades, vendors and other...

Students explore the design process for a commercial project in a studio environment. They begin with a concept and develop their idea into a coherent interior space, exploring issues of spatial layout and significance, materials and finishes, lighting, and furniture. Students present their final projects, complete with rendered drawings and a materials...

Lighting for Residential Workspaces addresses lighting the key task-oriented spaces in the home: Kitchens Baths Home Offices Laundry Utility Rooms Participants learn the recommended quantity and quality of light for different tasks, spaces, and users, as well as how to deliver lighting in different interior design schemes. Lighting layouts...

Knowing how to bill for Interior Design Services can be challenging. There are multifarious billing models and choosing the one that is the best for you can feel overwhelming. In this course, we will look at different billing models and will work on several exercises to help determine what is the best billing model for your own design practice. ...

Interior designers use drawing to conceptualize and represent spatial ideas. This course teaches students the mechanics of visual representation, the use of drawing and two-dimensional media to observe, document, and reimagine interior spaces.  You learn to read and to draw plans, sections, and elevations as well as one-, two-, and three-point...

In this workshop, Photo Stylist and Set Designer, Robin Del Pino will discuss what it's like to work on a PhotoShoot. Students will learn how a Professional Photo Stylist prepares an interior for a photoshoot, what props to bring, what objects to remove or rearrange, how color and light impacts an image, etc. A variety of published interiors will...

Interior design projects may involve totally new construction or the renovation, modernization, or refurbishment of an existing facility, space, or room. This course is intended for people who are considering a career in interior design. It provides a broad introduction to the profession and an overview of the education and requisite skills. The...

This class will take place online. Registered students will receive login instructions. Explore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion. Please note that the final essay for this class emphasizes...

Bathroom design has changed dramatically in recent decades. Bathrooms, especially master bathrooms, have become far more than the simple, utilitarian room they once were. They have evolved from simple, white tiled, sanitized spaces into personal retreats and at-home spas. Designing a bathroom requires planning, good information, and careful thought....

Upholstered furniture is a major component in decorating, and one of the most important elements of comfortable living. This course examines all aspects of upholstered furniture as an integral part of an interior. Learn the components of upholstered seating and how famous interior designers have combined these features to create classic styles. ...

“Lighting for Social Spaces” addresses lighting for interpersonal interaction in living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and family rooms. Students learn about lighting that sets the mood, flatters faces, and supports both intimate and active gatherings, and how to integrate the equipment into different interior design schemes. Lighting layouts...

Plumbing Fixtures & Fittings – From toilets to shower systems: Present types of Plumbing fixtures and fitting required and used in today’s bathrooms, with an emphasis on residential bath applications, some commercial applications will be explored. Examples will be given to illustrate the choices faced when designing a bathroom from functional...

In this interactive course, learn how to assemble a color-coordinated collection of fabrics, rugs and trimmings. Explore natural and man-made fibers and a variety of textile construction from printed fabrics to hand knotted rugs. Experiment with mixing patterns, textures and colors to create a rich interior environment. Learn how to choose an appropriate...

Once design criteria and considerations are identified and the designer has an understanding of technologies and has developed a concept for the design of the lighting systems, it’s time to lay out and analyze the system. This course focuses on the tools and techniques to achieve a layout that meets both design criteria and successful implementation...

In terms of square footage, a bathroom - in most houses - is one of the smallest spaces but it tends to be one of the most complex to plan, design, and construct. It is a multi-purpose space that must include plenty of storage, easy-care surfaces, and durable fixtures. There are many different levels of 'wow factor' that can be incorporated into...