In this new and exciting Interior Design interactive online program, you will learn how to create spaces for living, working, and enjoyment. The program focuses on Design Theory, Design Process methods and Design Studio Work. The learning sequence study included are the design elements and principles, color theory, programming, space planning and the design of residential, commercial, and retail spaces.
The online learning method is “learner centered" so students can set the pace, sequencing and style of learning according to what works best for them. The environment is stimulating and interactive. Communication and design software is used extensively in design practice today. The online delivery of the Interior Design program mimics a real-world professional design experience. The modules incorporate communication and delivery of concepts via the same electronic mediums used by professionals. This program will prepare design students for entry level employment in the booming design industry.
Upon registering, you are given an initial six months to complete the program. Should you need more time, you may request a 6-month extension at no additional charge.
Upon successful completion of the Interior Design program, students will be able to:
- Apply diverse ideas, approaches, imaginative concepts, and rationalization to interior design projects.
- Understand a design vocabulary of visual terms.
- Understand the concepts of visual perception.
- Understand the basic elements and principles of design theory.
- Understand color symbolism, perception and psychology: the effects of light on color and space relative to creating color harmony, and its link to the interior environment.
- Identify the characteristics of various color systems and interior color schemes, and their practical applications.
- Research, analysis, evaluation, and programming skills.
- Develop design programs and concepts that solve spatial problems.
- Apply basic interior programming requirements.
- Evaluate space as it impacts orientation, circulation, interior zoning, and fixture and furniture arrangement
- Apply spatial organization, within project guidelines.
- Work within architectural and functional requirements.
- Present interior projects using verbal and graphic communication skills.
- Evaluate the interior of living and work spaces as it impacts orientation, circulation, interior zoning, and furniture arrangement.
- Apply the principles of design as they relate to retail, residential, and workplace interior planning.
- Understand human factors affecting retail, residential, and workplace design.
- Prepare and present creative design solutions.
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