Are you passionate about transforming spaces and turning houses into dream homes? Do you have an eye for detail and a flair for aesthetics? If so, a career in interior design might be your perfect calling. And the best part? You can launch your journey from the comfort of your home with comprehensive Online Interior Design Courses.
Our online interior design course is expertly crafted to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel as a professional interior designer. Forget rigid schedules and commute times; our flexible online platform allows you to study design trends, delve into the history of design, master furniture styles and fabrics, and understand the intricacies of color theory and lighting—all at your own pace.
Through a series of engaging design projects, you’ll actively apply what you learn, honing your abilities and building a portfolio that showcases your unique design perspective. Our curriculum features over 13 hours of high-definition video instruction, led by seasoned interior design professionals who share their real-world expertise and insights.
Beyond aesthetics, our online interior design courses prepare you for the business side of the profession. You’ll gain essential skills in client management, from initial consultations and pricing strategies to contract negotiation, purchasing, and project scheduling. We cover all the vital aspects you need to confidently navigate your interior design career.
Our commitment to excellence is underscored by the Designer Society of America (DSA) approval of our interior design course. This accreditation empowers our students to apply for the prestigious RIDQC interior design certification, a valuable industry credential that significantly enhances your resume and professional credibility.
Furthermore, as a NYIAD student, you gain automatic access to The DSA Student Resource Hub, an exclusive platform designed to enrich your interior design education. This resource is packed with tutorials, downloadable templates, and expert-led webinars and workshops – an indispensable toolkit for any aspiring designer seeking to expand their knowledge and network.
NYIAD and DSA together offer you a unique advantage: two years of full access to professional-grade tools. This dedicated space allows you to exhibit your creative work, connect with fellow designers and industry professionals, and even attract potential clients, providing a real-world launchpad for your budding career.
Core Skills You Will Master in Our Online Interior Design Course
Upon completing our online interior design course, you will confidently:
- Design and decorate any interior space with professional precision and flair.
- Identify and articulate various design trends, fabric types, and furniture styles with expertise.
- Master client interaction, ensuring clear communication and project alignment.
- Develop comprehensive pricing strategies and construct robust, legally sound contracts.
- Efficiently manage purchasing and scheduling aspects of interior design projects.
- Expertly apply color theory principles and manipulate lighting to create desired atmospheres.
- Select and recommend appropriate window and wall treatments to enhance design schemes.
- Create and deliver compelling final presentations of your decoration proposals.
What Our Online Interior Design Course Offers You
- Unrestricted 24/7 access to course materials: Learn anytime, anywhere, with expertly prepared content available around the clock.
- Personalized feedback from professional interior design mentors: Receive one-on-one guidance to refine your skills and elevate your design projects.
- Dedicated support from a team of advisors: Get your questions answered promptly via phone and email, ensuring you’re never stuck.
- Risk-free 14-day trial with a full refund: Explore the course worry-free, with a complete refund if it doesn’t meet your expectations.
- Engaging student forum for discussions and collaboration: Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and get feedback on your work in a supportive community.
- Recognized Interior Design Certificate upon graduation: Earn a valuable credential that validates your skills and enhances your professional profile.
Please note: A career in interior design may involve specific licensing, training, and regulatory requirements that vary by location. We encourage you to verify the specific requirements applicable to your state or region. Click here for contact information for state licensing boards and professional licensing details.
Course Curriculum Overview
Unit 1: Nurturing Your Inner Designer
- Lesson 1.1: The Designer’s Eye: Discover NYIAD’s foundational principles of interior design and learn to critically analyze successful room designs.
- Lesson 1.2: Design Suitability: Conceptualize complete design projects from inception, focusing on mood, style, and budget adherence.
- Lesson 1.3: Color Theory Fundamentals: Explore the color wheel, primary, secondary, and tertiary colors, and begin experimenting with color mixing in design.
- Lesson 1.4: Client-Centric Planning: Develop essential client interaction skills, including professional conduct, needs assessment, and effective interviewing techniques.
- Lesson 1.5: Room Sketching Basics: Apply measurement and planning fundamentals to create initial room sketches, incorporating key architectural elements.
- Lesson 1.6: Room Condition Assessment: Learn to evaluate and document room conditions using checklists, accurately measure spaces, and identify key room elements.
Unit 2: Developing Essential Design Skills and Techniques
- Lesson 2.1: Floor Plan Drafting: Create scaled, finished floor plans and understand their crucial role in the design workflow.
- Lesson 2.2: Proportion and Scale in Design: Master the principles of visual balance, harmonious proportions, and aesthetic combinations of patterns and colors.
- Lesson 2.3: Value and Intensity Manipulation: Experiment with color pigments to alter color value and intensity, expanding your color palette versatility.
- Lesson 2.4: Early American Farmhouse Furniture: Identify and categorize furniture styles, focusing on Early American Farmhouse, and understand stylistic integration.
- Lesson 2.5: Interior Design Pricing Strategies: Learn industry-standard pricing models, including fixed and hourly rates, and effective cost-saving décor shopping.
- Lesson 2.6: Decluttering, Organization, and Storage Solutions: Design practical, organized spaces tailored to client lifestyles and needs, ensuring sustainable aesthetics.
Unit 3: Working Expertly with Furnishings and Fabrics
- Lesson 3.1: Effective Furniture Layout Planning: Implement a straightforward technique for furniture layout design, addressing key design considerations from floor plans.
- Lesson 3.2: The Role of Form in Interior Design: Explore the aesthetic impact of furniture arrangement, emphasizing shape, space, and overall balance.
- Lesson 3.3: Color Psychology and Mood Creation: Understand how color selection influences room ambiance and learn to select colors to achieve specific moods.
- Lesson 3.4: Fabric Selection and Application: Gain comprehensive knowledge of fabric types, textures, and styles, and master fabric selection for interior décor.
- Lesson 3.5: Mediterranean and French Furniture Styles: Explore the history and contemporary use of Mediterranean and French furniture styles, identifying key characteristics.
- Lesson 3.6: Crafting Letters of Agreement: Learn to draft client-protective Letters of Agreement that ensure clear terms and facilitate deposit collection.
- Lesson 3.7: Room Redesign Techniques: Guide clients through the redesign process, analyze existing spaces, and achieve desired transformations.
Unit 4: Staging and Decorating Principles
- Lesson 4.1: Strategic Lighting Design: Plan lighting schemes based on room function, desired mood, and harmonious integration of different lighting types.
- Lesson 4.2: Achieving Balance in Design: Differentiate between formal and informal balance and apply each appropriately in room styling.
- Lesson 4.3: Developing Color Schemes: Create appealing color schemes using color theory knowledge, practicing color selection for cohesive designs.
- Lesson 4.4: Window Treatment Options: Explore diverse window treatment styles, from blinds to screens, and select appropriate treatments for various settings.
- Lesson 4.5: English Furniture Styles (Jacobean Era): Study 17th-century English furniture (Jacobean style), learning to identify and apply it in designs.
- Lesson 4.6: Building Client-Designer Relationships: Master professional communication for client interactions, from budget presentations to taste clarification.
Unit 5: Creating Harmonious Interior Designs
- Lesson 5.1: Principles of Design Harmony: Integrate all design elements to create cohesive and harmonious room designs.
- Lesson 5.2: Flooring Treatment Selection: Choose appropriate flooring materials, from tiles to rugs, understanding their applications and aesthetic impact.
- Lesson 5.3: Wall Treatment Strategies: Apply function, mood, and harmony principles to select wall décor, exploring paint, stone, marble, and wood options.
- Lesson 5.4: 20th-Century Furniture Movements: Study Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Bauhaus, and Post-Modernism, and learn to incorporate these styles.
- Lesson 5.5: Vendor Relationship Management: Develop strategies for effective vendor collaboration to ensure smooth project execution and service quality.
- Lesson 5.6: The Art of Accessorizing: Utilize accessories to enhance room aesthetics, selecting and placing items to achieve specific moods and styles.
Unit 6: Bringing Your Designs to Life
- Lesson 6.1: Delivering Finished Presentations: Master effective presentation techniques for showcasing designs to clients, from sample displays to meeting schedules.
- Lesson 6.2: Kitchen Design Essentials: Design functional and beautiful kitchens, focusing on traffic flow, counter space, and the blend of style and practicality.
- Lesson 6.3: Bathroom Design Principles: Create luxurious and relaxing bathrooms, optimizing plumbing, fixtures, and décor for open space and comfort.
- Lesson 6.4: Designing Specialty Rooms: Address unique spaces like home offices, conservatories, and wine cellars, adapting design approaches for diverse room functions.
- Lesson 6.5: Launching Your Interior Design Studio: Explore career paths and learn the steps to start your own interior design business.
- Lesson 6.6: Marketing and Sales Techniques: Develop effective marketing and sales strategies, including portfolio development and website creation, to launch your career.
Reference Library
Enhance your learning experience with optional physical course materials available for purchase, featuring the same high-quality content and photographs as the online course, perfect for offline study and reference.
