CERTIFICATE IN BASIC INTERIOR DESIGN -(C1101)

About the Course

BASIC INTERIOR DESIGN

Introduction to Interior Design.
What is interior design?
Interior designers work with professionals in many other fields.
How do interior decorators and interior designers compare?
Interior design specialties

Evolution of Design
The evolution of form and function
What we can learn from cave dwellings
Architects are the original interior designers
The Industrial Revolution made mainstream interior design possible.
The establishment of interior design schools and association.

Basic Interior Design Decorating Principles.
Color
Texture
Paint
Wall coverings
Upholstery
Accessories
Flooring
Lighting
Furniture
Function
Size
Materials
Style
Additional decorating elements

Color
The science of color
Color wheel
Primary and secondary colors
Customized color palette
Complementary color
combinations include:
Color qualities
Contrasting colors
Contrasting color combinations include:
Color psychology
Color and Feng shui
Color finishes
Color in design styles

Major Design Styles.
The importance of studying styles
Major interior design styles and influences

Design Codes
National and international codes
State codes
Interior design certification and licensing
Legislation and advocacy

Standards
What is a standard?
Interior design standards
Standards for accrediting interior designers

Licensing and Certification
Interior design requirements for certification
Specialty Certifications
Title laws regulating interior designers

Areas of Specialization
Corporate
Government
Healthcare
Hospitality
Residential
Retail

LEED Building Certification
What is LEED?
LEED building certification

LEED Professional Certification
What youâ€™ll need to know
Business benefits of LEED certification
Types of LEED certifications

Bodies of Knowledge
Professional practice
Design
Products and materials
Interior construction, codes, and regulations
Communication
Human environment needs

10 Things Every Professional Interior Designer Should do to Have a Successful
Business
Make it legal.
Make it official.
Maintain your portfolio.
Market your services.
Establish a niche.
Stay current.
Do a deep dive.
Maintain constant contact.
Follow-up.
Stay unique.
Interior design business checklist

Interior Design Associations
An overview of interior design associations

Resources for Interior Designers
State and local government offices
Websites
Magazines
Consumer Magazines
Trade Magazines

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