PIE ATELIER SCHOOLS OF DESIGN MODULES
Introduction
This course aims to provide you with the essential skills and opportunities as an aspiring interior designer:
Aims and Objectives:
- To develop the essential skills required by interior designers
- To develop the knowledge required to undertake interior design activities
- To enable you to develop a personal development portfolio
- To enable you develop a career in interior designs.
12 WEEKS INTENSIVE TRAINING
TWO STREAMS: WEEKDAY STREAMS WEEKEND STREAMS
TRAINING MODULES AND LEARNING OBJECTIVES
| COURSE TOPICS | COURSE OBJECTIVES | |
MODULE 1 | What is Interior Design1.1 Interior Design or Interior Decorator1.2 Introduction to Interior design 1.3 Becoming an Interior Designer | At the end of this module the learning is expected to have an understanding of interior design, who an interior designer is and what it entails to become an interior designer. |
MODULE 2 | Creativity and Creation 2.1 Researching and Identifying current trends in the interior design industry. | |
MODULE 3 | Project Planning3.1 What is Project planning3.2 Understanding Client Communication3.3 Developing Client Communication messages | At the end of this module the learning is expected to have understood what project planning is and an in-depth understanding of how to communicate effectively with clients and the modern-day tools available for a 21st century interior designer. |
MODULE 4 | Interior Design Stages4.1 Steps to Effective Space planningi.e. Rooms, Offices, e.tc4.2 Importance of the design brief | |
MODULE 5 | Colors5.1Understand the terminology and concept used in connection with colour 5.2 Recognise the elements of the colour spectrum 5.3 Appreciate the psychological associations and potential imprications linked to colou 5.4 Appreciate the spatial impact of colour | |
MODULE 6 | Surface Materials and Textiles 6.1 Introduction to Surface Materials and Textiles in Interior Design 6.2 Understanding Material Characteristics and Properties6.3 Exploring Different Types of Textiles: Fabrics, Wall coverings, and Carpets. 6.4 Surface Finishes: Paints, Wallpapers, and Decorative Coatings. 6.5 Sustainable Materials and Textiles in Interior Design. 6.6 Trends and Innovations in Surface Materials and Textiles. 6.7 Material Selection and Specification Process | |
MODULE 7 | Lightning 7.1 Recognise a range of living products and materials7.2 Recognise how different lighting products convey different moods 7.3 Understand the development of lighting schemes 7.4 Understand how to interpret a brief to design lighting schemes | |
MODULE 8 | Sourcing and Selecting Furniture 8.1 Recognise how to classify furniture and interpret client requirements in order to meet a client brief 8.2 Understand how to design basic bespoke furniture and specify features and materials utilised 8.3 Recognise how to source furniture 8.4 Recognise a range of finishes and materials used in furniture 8.5 Understand how to interpret client requirements through a brief in terms of accessories | |
MODULE 9 | Textiles and Accessories9.1 Introduction to Textiles and Accessories in Interior Design. 9.2 Understanding Textile Types, Properties, and Applications. 9.3 Upholstery Techniques and Materials for Furniture and Surfaces. 9.4 Window Treatments: Blinds, Curtains, Drapes, and ShadesCoordinating Color, Pattern, and Texture in Textile Selection. 9.5 Exploring Decorative Accessories and Artwork. 9.6 Lighting as an Accessory: Enhancing Ambience and Functionality. 9.7 Sustainable Textiles and Eco-Friendly Options9.8 Creating Balance and Visual Interest through Accessorizing. 9.9 Communicating Textile and Accessory Concepts to Clients and Suppliers | |
MODULE 10 | Sustainability and Ethics10.1 Introduction to Sustainability and Ethics in Interior Design10.2 Sustainable Design Principles and Practices10.3 Materials and Finishes for Sustainable Interiors10.4 Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Interior Design10.5 Water Conservation and Sustainable Plumbing Systems10.6 Waste Management and Recycling Strategies10.7 Biophilic Design: Bringing Nature Indoors10.8 Ethical Considerations in Material Sourcing and Labor Practices10.9 Social Responsibility in Interior Design Projects | |
MODULE 11 | Business of Interior Design11.1Understand how to set up an interior design sevices.11.2 Understand how to cost an interior design service 11.3 Understand how to market an interior design service 11.4 Understand how to work with suppliers 11.5 Recognise career opportunities within the interior design industry | |
PRACTICUM AND ASSESMENT |