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Interior Decorating School Course Outline

Interior Decorating Module 1
Introduction to Interior Decorating

• A Brief History of Interior Decorating
• Career Options
• Principles and Elements of Decoration
• Expressions of Color
• The Space Planning Process
• Planning Specific Rooms or Areas
• Furniture Selection and Arrangement
• Art and Decorative Accessories
• The Psychology of Selling Interior Decorating Services
• Setting Up a Home Office

Interior Decorating Module 2
Introduction to Interior Environments

• Definition and Responsibilities of an Interior Designer
• Understanding Interior Design
• The Design Process/Scope of Services
• Historical Styles and Their Evolution
• Evolution in Modern Design
• Style Selection and Design Fundamentals
• Elements and Principles of Design
• Warm, Cool and Neutral Colors
• Color Theorists and Color Theories
• Creating Color Schemes
• The Selection of a Color Scheme

Interior Decorating Module 3
More Concepts of Interior Decorating

• Building Systems
• Contract Documents
• Heating, Venting and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
• Plumbing
• Codes and U.S. Federal Regulations
• Federal Requirements
• Lighting, Electrical and Communications
• Light Sources
• Fixture Selection and Placement
• Codes and Regulations
• Space Planning: Furnishings to Rooms
• Space Planning: Rooms to Buildings

Interior Decorating Module 4
Further Topics for the Interior Decorator

• Furnishings, Fabrics and Background Elements
• Furniture and Accessories
• Textiles
• Backgrounds: Floors
• Backgrounds: Ceilings and Walls
• Backgrounds: Doors, Windows and Fireplaces
• The Profession of Interior Design

We take great pride in providing you with the most up-to-date textbooks and equipment. One or more of the above-mentioned subjects may, therefore, change if updating becomes necessary during the course of your studies. The order in which the material is presented may vary.

Interior Decorating Classes
This program has given me confidence in my artistic abilities that I didn't have before, because I now have a formal education. — H.S. - Michigan
Interior Decorating School
Your program gave me good ideas for decorating my own home. — D.M. - Georgia
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