Interior Decorating Course

Lesson 1 • Core Design Elements

Introduces line, shape, form, texture, and pattern as the building blocks of every interior. Mastery of these elements enables deliberate, cohesive decorating decisions.

Lesson 2 • Fundamental Design Principles

Covers balance, emphasis, rhythm, proportion, and unity as organising principles. Students use these principles to evaluate and improve any room composition.

Lesson 3 • Understanding Client Needs and Lifestyle

Teaches needs-assessment techniques to align design decisions with how clients actually live. This client-centred approach underpins every project in the course.

Lesson 1 • The Colour Wheel and Colour Relationships

Explains hue, value, saturation, and the relationships between primary, secondary, and tertiary colours. This framework is the basis for every colour decision in later sections.

Lesson 2 • Applying Colour to Real Spaces

Translates theory into practice by addressing lighting, surface area, and finish effects on colour. Students create sample boards and test palettes before committing to a scheme.

Lesson 3 • Colour Schemes and Harmonies

Covers monochromatic, analogous, complementary, triadic, and split-complementary schemes. Students practise building palettes that feel intentional and visually balanced.

Lesson 1 • Small-Space and Challenging-Layout Solutions

Addresses awkward proportions, low ceilings, and limited square footage with proven techniques. Students adapt standard principles to maximise livability in constrained spaces.

Lesson 2 • Furniture Selection and Arrangement

Covers furniture sizing, visual weight, and arrangement strategies for common room types. Students practise multiple layout options before selecting the most effective solution.

Lesson 3 • Traffic Flow and Functional Zones

Analyses how people move through spaces and how zones support distinct activities. Students apply clearance standards to ensure safe, comfortable circulation paths.

Lesson 1 • Natural Light and Window Treatments

Examines how orientation, window size, and glazing affect daylight quality and glare. Students select window treatments that control light while enhancing the room's aesthetic.

Lesson 2 • Bulb Technology and Colour Rendering

Compares LED, incandescent, and fluorescent sources by colour temperature and CRI. Students choose bulbs that preserve intended colour palettes and meet energy standards.

Lesson 3 • Artificial Lighting Types and Fixtures

Distinguishes ambient, task, and accent lighting and the fixture types that deliver each layer. Students match fixture styles to room function and overall decorating scheme.

Lesson 1 • Building a Cohesive Material Palette

Guides students in combining materials by texture, sheen, and tone to create visual harmony. The resulting sample board becomes a key deliverable in the course project.

Lesson 2 • Fabric Types and Performance Properties

Covers natural, synthetic, and blended fibres with attention to durability, cleanability, and texture. Students match fabric choices to room use, traffic level, and client lifestyle.

Lesson 3 • Hard Flooring and Wall Finishes

Surveys wood, tile, stone, laminate, and vinyl flooring alongside paint, wallpaper, and panelling. Students evaluate each material's visual impact, maintenance needs, and cost.

Lesson 1 • Accessories, Plants, and Styling

Introduces the rule of odd numbers, layering, and vignette styling for tabletops and shelves. Students practise editing and arranging objects to achieve a polished, intentional look.

Lesson 2 • Evaluating Furniture Quality and Construction

Teaches joinery, frame materials, cushion construction, and finish quality as selection criteria. Students assess furniture value beyond price to ensure long-term client satisfaction.

Lesson 3 • Art, Mirrors, and Wall Decor

Covers selection, sizing, and hanging strategies for artwork, mirrors, and wall arrangements. Students use wall decor to reinforce focal points and add personality to a scheme.

Lesson 1 • Home Office and Specialty Spaces

Designs productive, ergonomic home offices and adapts principles to nurseries and hobby rooms. Students demonstrate flexibility in applying core skills to non-traditional room types.

Lesson 2 • Bathroom and Powder Room Design

Addresses tile selection, vanity styling, fixture finishes, and moisture-resistant materials. Students create cohesive, spa-inspired or functional bath concepts within compact footprints.

Lesson 3 • Living and Dining Room Design

Addresses seating arrangements, entertainment needs, and dining table sizing for social spaces. Students integrate colour, lighting, and furniture principles into a unified public-zone concept.

Lesson 4 • Kitchen and Dining Area Aesthetics

Covers cabinet finishes, countertop materials, backsplash design, and hardware selection. Students work within fixed architectural constraints to elevate kitchen and dining aesthetics.

Lesson 1 • Scoping and Budgeting a Design Project

Teaches how to define project scope, estimate costs, and build a realistic client budget. Accurate scoping prevents scope creep and protects both client and decorator throughout the project.

Lesson 2 • Creating Professional Design Presentations

Guides students in assembling concept boards, mood boards, and specification packages. Polished presentations build client confidence and reduce revision cycles.

Lesson 3 • Sourcing, Procurement, and Vendor Relations

Covers trade accounts, lead times, purchase orders, and managing vendor relationships. Students build a sourcing workflow that keeps projects on schedule and within budget.