Hana Clode
Hana Clode is a leading marketing strategist for the interior design industry.
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This energising, hands-on course is the ideal first step for aspiring interior designers who want to launch a business, attract clients and establish a strong brand presence. Whether you're fresh out of design school or pivoting from another career, you'll learn how to go from "just an idea" to a booked-out creative service.
Split over two short but focused Thursdays, this course provides a clear, step-by-step roadmap to becoming a fully booked interior designer. We'll cover everything from identifying your ideal client and designing services that sell, to developing a minimal viable brand and creating your first marketing funnel—even if you don’t have a portfolio yet.
Expect practical exercises, group discussions, real-world examples and expert feedback tailored to your stage of business. You’ll walk away with a clear action plan, a better understanding of your niche and audience, and the confidence to market your services effectively and professionally.
We’ll also explore the “behind the scenes” of setting up a business, including pricing, contracts, photoshoots and processes that help you deliver great client experiences from the very beginning.
No fluff, no intimidating business jargon—just practical, proven steps that will help you start strong and keep building.
PLEASE NOTE: There is a timetable variation for this course and it will run from 10:30am till 3:30pm.
Student registration: 10am - 10.30am
Course teaching: 10.30am - 3.30pm
Morning teaching: 10.30am - 12pm
Short break: 12pm - 12.15pm
Teaching continues: 12.15pm - 1pm
Lunch break: 1pm - 2pm
Teaching continues: 2pm - 3:30pm
Teaching finishes: 3:30pm
Short courses are open to anyone aged 18 and over. The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the Materials to bring section.
Coffee and tea are included in the course fee, but you will need to bring lunch with you to eat in the refreshments room. There are also plenty of other local venues to purchase food.
If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected] This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.
Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.
Please refer to our terms & conditions below.
The information given is accurate at the time of publication. However, West Dean College reserves the right to cancel or amend courses if circumstances require.
Hana Clode is a leading marketing strategist for the interior design industry.