Complete Introduction to Interior Design Course

Name: Complete Introduction to Interior Design Course
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Learn important Interior Design skills with real-life spatial design and interior design case studies

Created byShay Sng

Last updated 7/2023

English

What you'll learn

Understanding the most important demands and requirements in becoming an interior designer
Understanding the basics of interior design
Managing a real life interior design project
Applying what you have learned in a real life interior design project
How to solve real life problems in interior design projects
Gaining the ability to read and draw basic architectural and interior drawings such as floor plans, elevations and perspectives
Understanding the different interior design styles and languages
Learning about the nature of working and coordinating with different contractors and sub-contractors
Why you need to be adaptable in interior design
Responsibilities of a good interior designer
The business and economics of doing interior design

Course content

6 sections • 58 lectures • 7h 25m total length

Why This Course is so Important for Interior Designers - Learning Outcomes2:10
We'll quickly touch on expectations and how this course can help you in your learning journey to become a competent Interior Designer.
What is Included in this Course?1:23
Have an overview of how this course is structured, and what to expect from each section.
How to Navigate this Course?2:00

Read This Before Beginning This Section!0:14
Please read this before beginning this section.
Understanding the Basics of Interior Design2:07
Understanding and focusing on the broad principles of interior design.
What is Interior Design?3:09
We'll differentiate Interior Design and Architecture in this lecture.
What Do You Need in Interior Design?2:56
Discussing about the requirements to succeed in Interior Design.
Different Aspects of Interior Design4:21
We will find out why and how Interior Design is more than just design.
Design in Interior Design6:58
What you need to know in order to become better in design as an Interior Designer.
Clients, Budget and Finances in Interior Design8:19
As an Interior Designer, it's important to know more than just design.
Project Management in Interior Design7:04
Managing Interior Design projects are very crucial to seeing positive outcomes in Interior Design projects.
Detailing in Interior Design6:26
If you understand about the details, you will gain the edge as an Interior Designer.
Problem Solving in Interior Design11:18
Interior Designers are also problem solvers. Embrace problems and challenges and don't be afraid of them!
Presentations in Interior Design3:39
One of the crucial aspects of Interior Design is to know how to present convincingly and capture your audience's attention.

Read This Before Beginning This Section!0:13
Please read this before beginning this section.
Learning Interior Design1:53
This section hopes to equip you with an overall understanding on what design in Interior Design is all about, and how to stay focused and clear-headed in your design process.
Parts of a House7:30
We will be going through some of the most common considerations that you need to think through when designing and planning the spaces in a house.
Different Types of Works in Interior Design16:33
Let's run through the common types of design aspects that you cannot neglect in an Interior Design project.
Broad Design Thinking Considerations8:07
Understand what an Interior Designer needs to do and think through as he takes on an Interior Design project.
Planning Spaces7:34
Be familiar and get to understand the spaces first before you even begin designing.
Sensitivity to Spaces8:37
We'll discuss about the importance of spatial and dimension requirements in Interior Design.
Colors and Color Combinations16:09
We'll go through the various common color schemes that can work well for interior spaces, as well as their aesthetic properties.
Lighting12:32
Let's discuss about lighting layout and some technical details regarding lighting.
Textures16:13
Texture can be a useful tool to enhance the overall aesthetics in an interior space.
Interior Design Styles11:21
Let's have a quick look at nine different interior design styles in this lesson.

Read This Before Beginning This Section!0:28
Please read this before beginning this section.
Managing an Interior Design Project - Case Study Project Part 12:19
Managing an Interior Design Project Part 1
Fact Finding - Extent of Works7:29
When a client contacts you on an Interior Design project, what should you do? We will find out in this lecture.
Fact Finding - Site Visit5:14
Site visits are essential to establish trust, understand clients' requirements and expectations, understand existing site conditions and to take measurements.
Fact Finding - The Brief7:59
We will look at the important aspects of a project brief and how to come up with a comprehensive brief that captures the project requirements.
Exercise #1: Compiling A Design Brief27:49
Exercise #1 - Compiling a Design Brief
Fact Finding - Designing For Your Client2:19
We will be briefly discussing about the importance of designing based on your Client's specific needs and wants.
Design - Understanding the Floor Plan3:33
Let's understand and study the floor plan in greater detail, so as to better understand the spaces and their specific characteristics and identify potential project challenges.
Design - Understanding the Spaces3:31
Design - Planning the Spaces13:45
Using the floor plan and running through the We'll be running through all the works that are needed to be done for the project.
Exercise #2 - Planning the Spaces8:15
Exercise #2 - Planning the Spaces
Design - Doing Up the Aesthetics7:30
We will quickly discuss about how to visualize the spaces that come together in the form of rendered images.
Design Proposal - How Do You Want to Present9:39
In this lesson, we will discuss about the various broad presentation options in an interior design project.
Design Proposal - Dos and Don'ts4:34
We will highlight about the various dos and don'ts that an Interior Designer should be aware of.
Design Development - Refining Design11:33
We will try to understand more about the nature of design refinements and why design changes are common and necessary.
Design Development - Incorporating Requirements9:20
We will understand more about the nature of incorporating design requirements and changes in an Interior Design project.

Read This Before Beginning This Section!0:24
Please read this before beginning this section.
Managing an Interior Design Project - Case Study Project Part 22:15
Managing an Interior Design Project Part 2
Securing the Project - Budget and Quoting8:45
Learn about approaching budget topics and quotation in an Interior Design project.
Securing the Project - Contract Matters8:22
Understanding how to describe works and payment terms in a contract.
Finalizing Design Details - Confirming Details9:29
Learn how to describe and finalize details in an Interior Design project.
Finalizing Design Details - Material Selection7:45
Understand more about material selection processes.
Finalizing Design Details - Planning Project Schedules5:04
Learn how to plan a project schedule for an Interior Design project.
Exercise #3 - Planning a Project Schedule15:36
Exercise #3 - Planning a Project Schedule
Exercise #4 - Planning a Project Schedule Part 212:44
Exercise #4 - Planning a Project Schedule Part 2
Construction - Working Arrangements8:36
Get a quick glimpse of the common possible working arrangements between an Interior Designer and the contractor / sub-contractors.
Exercise #5 - Coordinating Works9:24
Exercise #5 - Coordinating Works
Construction - Contractor's Clarification on Details10:20
We will discuss about on-site clarifications by your sub-contractors and workers.
Construction - Unforeseen Issues15:04
We will be going through several real-life issues that an Interior Designer may encounter during a project.
Construction - Visit the Site Regularly9:58
We will discuss about why site visits are part and parcel of every interior designer's job.
Handover - Defects Rectification12:24
We discuss why identifying and rectifying defects are an important part of Interior Design and how to handle them.
Handover - Inspection and Handing Over14:21
Final inspection and handing over the space back to your Client to complete the project!

Requirements

No prior knowledge or experience needed.
This course is most suited for beginners and aspiring interior designers-to-be who want to gain valuable knowledge and insight to gain a foothold in the interior design industry.
The only requirement from you is your fullest participation and immersing in every lecture that this course has prepared for you. There will be ample mini exercises spread across the course that are interesting and easy to pick up on.

Description

Welcome to the Complete Introduction to Interior Design Course for Beginners! This course provides a thorough exploration at the demands and what it takes to be an interior designer.

First, we will be examining the different key aspects that an interior designer will need to be familiar and be knowledgeable in.

Then, we will look at the various broad interior design considerations, followed by the details in interior design.

Next, we will explore the interior design processes and how you as a designer create everything that comes together. We will also touch on ways to present your interior design work in front of clients. We will be using a real-life renovation project of a residential apartment unit and various drawing tools and drawings as a basis for discussion throughout this course.

Finally, we will take the opportunity to share with you how to excel and become a responsible and good interior designer.

Throughout this course, there will be exercises that are designed and created to help in your learning. We believe that you will learn more by doing and applying your newly acquired knowledge.

It is my wish that this course will create value to your technical interior design learning journey, equip you with the most essential fundamental knowledge and provide that impetus to kick start your interior design career.

This course is meant to be the very first and all-in-one Interior Design course for all aspiring students, as it aims to provide the complete picture in the field of Interior Design and renovation.

Who this course is for:

Aspiring individuals who have no prior background in interior design
Aspiring working professionals who are looking for a career switch into interior design
Design students who want to extend beyond their school learning and be ahead of his/her peers
Students who are enrolling in interior architecture schools and want a good understanding about this fascinating field
Professional interior designers who are just starting out and need a good prep course
Interior designers who would like to develop their professional selves and build up their knowledge in interior design.

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Course content

Introduction3 lectures • 6min

Part 1 - Understanding the Basics of Interior Design11 lectures • 57min

Part 2 - Interior Design Considerations and Design Ideation Processes11 lectures • 1hr 47min

Part 3 - Managing an Interior Design - Case Study Project Part 116 lectures • 2hr 5min

Part 4 - Managing an Interior Design - Case Study Project Part 216 lectures • 2hr 31min

Completion1 lecture • 1min

Requirements

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