Projects and Assignments
Research Project 1 - Textiles, Research and Applications
Design Project 1 - Residential bedroom
Design Project 2 - Residential bathroom
Research Project 2 - Evolution of Style
Design Project 3 - Residential kitchen, dining and living space
Syllabus
Design Process
Taking the brief, research and conceptual work | Design analysis
and development | Design implementation and evaluation
Colour, Texture and Styling
Theory and psychology of colour | Suitability, composition and
application of textiles and trimmings, wall and floor coverings
and materials and finishes | Upholstery | Window treatments |
Accessories, art and antiques | Styling
Decorative Schemesand Sourcing
Putting together a successful decorative scheme, incorporating
patterned and plain fabrics, paint finishes and wallpaper | Sourcing
furniture and accessories for a given brief | Sourcing from different
trade suppliers | Writing a professional design statement
Technical Understanding
Introduction to the principles of design to include scale, proportion,
ergonomics and space planning | Introduction to lighting | Building
construction | Kitchen and bathroom design
Communication Skills
Drawing from survey notes | Drawing plans, elevations, sections
and furniture layouts | Drawing lighting plans | Graphics |
Freehand sketching | Visual presentation skills to include concept,
presentation and sample boards | Rendering techniques | AutoCAD
(videos are provided)
Evolution of Style
French and English interior styles from the 17th to early 21st
Century | Influential interior designers and decorators
Professional Practice
Specifying, ordering, estimating and invoicing | Record keeping
and business administration | Preparation of fee proposals |
Setting up trade accounts and the use of trade showrooms | Time
management and working to budget | Planning permissions |
Contracts and insurance requirements | Working in the industry and
introduction to BIID | Portfolio preparation | Advice on finding work
in the industry
Contextual Studies
Introduction to environmental issues and sustainability | Introduction to
design trends | Visits to showrooms and museums | Inspirational talks
Study Hours
To fit in with your commitments - e.g. 10 hours of study per week to complete the course in 15 months
- No previous experience in interior design is required for this course; we simply ask that you have a passion for the subject and a drive to learn!
- Applicants should have basic computer skills (Word processing, Spreadsheets, Internet and Email use) and be able to use their laptop computer confidently. These skills can be built on using the online learning resources during the course to gain the computer-aided design (CAD) software skills needed to complete the course from an absolute beginner level to confident usage.
- PCs and Mac - We recommend that students use PCs for the Online Certificate course to learn industry CAD software. This is because Mac users can experience several issues and drawbacks using Mac versions of CAD, which can be time-consuming and frustrating when learning a new skill. You can opt to use PC emulator software such as Bootcamp or Parallels with Windows 10 and use the PC versions. While these do make things easier, you should be aware that they do not necessarily remove all the problems. Many KLC students use a PC for CAD and their Mac throughout their course for course admin, email, VLE access, research, written documents and project presentations.
English Language Recommendation
- Good command of written and spoken English is required for all applicants.