The Interior Design Short Course: Process, planning, presentation and projects with Adrienne Chinn

Ref: D5D36747

Location: London
£700
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About this course

This course focuses on the fundamentals of designing for residential interiors, covering the design process, colour, using fabrics and trimmings, lighting, space planning to scale, soft furnishings, developing a concept, putting together a design scheme, sourcing and presentation boards.

Course Description

The Interior Design Short Course focuses on the fundamentals of designing for residential interiors, covering subjects such as the design process, colour, using fabrics and trimmings, lighting, space planning to scale, soft furnishings, developing a concept, sourcing and presentation. The course culminates in producing a professional quality concept board and sample board for a room in your own home or for a “West Dean client”.

Who should attend? Anybody thinking about entering the industry via one of West Dean/KLC's renowned qualification courses and wanting to test the water. Any person who wants some fundamental knowledge and skills for their own personal design projects. Anyone with an interest in design looking to broaden their knowledge and have an enjoyable experience! Suitable for complete beginners and design enthusiasts.

Topics covered: The design process Colour for interiors Developing a design concept Textiles and trimmings Soft furnishings Developing a scheme and sourcing Creating a sample board Space planning to scale Lighting

Course outcomes: To learn about fundamental areas of interior design and decoration To develop ideas and skills for personal design projects and build confidence to tackle your own projects Inspire creative experimentation Experience a social learning environment and expand understanding as a result of collaboration with peers Explore creativity and enhance your graphic and presentation skills Act as a stepping stone to further interior design training

Course Materials

Included

The College will supply the materials and equipment you will require for the course.

Magazines and samples, including fabric, trimmings, paint cards, wallpaper, trimmings and flooring, will also be available for discussion.

What students need to bring

  • Pencil case and notebook
  • Please bring your laptop or tablet as course notes may be shared digitally.

Additional information

Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).

Timetable

Daily Timetable

Course teaching: 11am–5.15pm
Students arrive: 10.30am-11am (coffee optional)  
Morning teaching: 11am-1pm
Lunch break: 1pm-2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon teaching: 2pm-5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes: 5.15pm  
 

General Information

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.

Refreshments 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.

Access 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.

Safety Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.

Refunds and cancellations Please refer to our terms & conditions below

Disclaimer 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.

Terms & Conditions

Tutors

Adrienne Chinn - tutor at West Dean College

Adrienne Chinn

Adrienne is a tutor at West Dean, London and Sussex campuses. She has taught interior design courses at West Dean for many years and is also a published author of historical fiction.

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