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Interior Decorating 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.

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