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Arunrugstichai Bay

Program Director
Francesca Lima

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Advanced Diploma in
Interior Design

Interior design is a discipline which encompasses many different aspects. It is essentially the study of designing spaces, which are occupied by humans, based on successful creative solutions. You will learn how to think creatively, how to problem solve, all the way through to learning about the importance of practical and functional requirements. As interior design covers such a broad and diverse variety of types, consequently the study of it needs to cover areas from residential design, retail design, commercial design to hotel design.

You will learn how to execute all stages of an interior design project from the concept stage, to schematic design, to detailed design stage. By the time you have completed your studies you will have a portfolio which will help in securing the job you always wished for!

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Study Path

The course provides an intensive design curriculum, with the ultimate aim to teach and guide you through all the core aspects of interior design. The main design studios offer you the creative opportunity to study a variety of interior situations. Alongside the design studios are numerous supporting modules, aimed at fine tuning your technical skills. In your first year modules are concentrated on teaching the fundamentals of design and in order to express your ideas visually you will be taught various different techniques such as Photoshop and Illustrator for compositional layouts to advanced 3D rendering and animation software.

Basic skills such as sketching and perspective drawing are also taught in the first year. After the first year there will be more advanced areas, such as environmental lighting and budget and costing, culminating in the final term of an internship period, where students discover what it is really like to work as an interior designer.

Job Opportunities

Graduates of interior design will typically begin their working careers as junior designers within a design or architecture company. The skills that you have learnt as a student will certainly be put into practical use now. Whilst gaining valuable experience through working on projects you will soon discover where your real passion lies, and which particular aspect within interior design you favour most.

 

Perhaps you like the challenge of working on large office projects, or you may find that you prefer a more personal touch required for residential projects.

Interior design is a career which can take you anywhere in the world, and the beauty of this subject is that it is something that can truly enhance, and better the world which we live in.

 
Subject Listing by Term
  • Term 1
    • Architectural drafting
    • Freehand drawing
    • Computer Graphics skills
    • ID Principles & Theories
  • Term 2
    • Cultural Studies
    • Presentation Drawing 1
    • Design Studio 1 (residential), Interior Colour Application
  • Term 3
    • 2D CAD
    • Design Studio 2 (retail)
    • Interior Material & finishes<
    • Presentation Drawing 2
    • WW Drafting 2
  • Term 4
    • 3D CAD
    • Building Technology & Construction
    • Design Studio 3 (office)
    • Environmental Lighting
  • Term 5
    • Computer Rendering & Animation
    • Construction Studies 1
    • Design Studio 4 (Bar & Restaurant)
    • Furniture Design, History & Applications
  • Term 6
    • construction studies 2
    • design studio 5 (exhibition & stage)
    • studio practice 3 - furniture
    • budget & costing
  • Term 7
    • design studio 6 (elective)
    • drawing and documentation
    • portfolio
    • professional practice
  • Term 8
    • internship
    • ARCS

  • Term 1

    ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING

    Application of architectural drafting and graphic conventions for the conveyance of Interior design ideas.

    FREE-HAND DRAWING

    Introduction to free-hand rendering using different mediums.

    COMPUTER GRAPHIC SKILLS

    Introduction to rendering software used in Interior Design (Photoshop and Illustrator).

    INTERIOR DESIGN PRINCIPLES AND THEORY

    Introduction to Interior Design including history, design principles and professional skills required. Abstract Design using 3-D model, different materials and concept application theory used in ID.

  • Term 2

    CULTURAL STUDIES

    Investigation and analysis of traditional and contemporary Western and Asian Art & Design movements and their impact on 21st Century Contemporary Design.

    PRESENTATION DRAWING I

    Introduction to perspective drawings, axonometric and rendering techniques.

    DESIGN STUDIO I (RESIDENTIAL)

    Study of individual space planning to develop interior spaces for residential use.

  • Term 3

    2D-COMPUTER-AIDED-DRAWING

    Introduction to AUTOCAD software and its application for Interior Design using 2D drawings.

    DESIGN STUDIO II (RETAIL)

    Advanced problem solving in commercial interior design will be examined in this course.

    INTERIOR MATERIALS AND FINISHES

    Understanding and specifying the different materials and finishes for residential and commercial projects. Understanding ecological sustainable issues relevant to materials.

    PRESENTATION DRAWING II

    Perspective techniques and rendering using several types of medium. Composition of presentation boards.

  • Term 4

    3D-COMPUTER-AIDED-DRAWING

    Basic 3D modeling and continuation of AUTCAD software.

    BUILDING TECHNOLOGY AND CONSTRUCTION

    This course examines heavy construction materials, components and systems for buildings. Introduction to architectural parameters for Interior designers.

    DESIGN STUDIO III (OFFICE)

    Applying creativity, innovation and ingenuity to develop solutions to office space.

    ENVIRONMENTAL LIGHTING

    Understanding the different types of light sources and put into application their uses. Introduction to environmental issues for buildings.

  • Term 5

    COMPUTER RENDERING AND ANIMATION

    Introduction to 3D Studio Max and advanced rendering skills in Photoshop and layout.

    CONSTRUCTION STUDIES I

    Introduction to conventional detailing of millwork for Interior designers, construction related to Interior spaces.

    CONSTRUCTION STUDIES I

    Introduction to conventional detailing of millwork for Interior designers, construction related to Interior spaces.

    FURNITURE DESIGN, HISTORY AND APPLICATIONS

    Introduction to furniture design. Understanding the basic requirements used to design furniture. Main focus of this course is to understand the social aspects and conditions in relation to history and culture.

  • Term 6

    CONSTRUCTION STUDIES II

    TProduction of working drawing packages from the design studio project. Application of environmental systems used in buildings.

    DESIGN STUDIO V (EXHIBITION AND STAGE)

    Design and create an exhibition space and the stage for the graduation show.

    STUDIO PRACTICE III: FURNITURE DESIGN

    Furniture Design through the investigation of various design methodologies, conceptualisation approaches and problem-solving mechanisms – resulting in practical design solutions.

    BUDGET AND COSTING

    Understanding various building elements and their respective prices to control the cost of various projects. Contracts related to Interior design projects.

  • Term 7

    DESIGN STUDIO VI (ELECTIVE)

    Advanced conceptualizatio of design problems and application of design solution for an interior Design project. Choice of the space is elective.

    DRAWINGS AND DOCUMENTATION

    Documentation and complete set of working drawings. Laws and regulations relevants to Interior design projects.

    PORTFOLIO

    Production of the portfolio, business card and resume.

    PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

    The course is designed to address the fundamental requirements of an Interior Design practice in understanding various issues in operating an office.

  • Term 8

    INTERNSHIP

    Working experience in a company.

    ACADEMIC RESEARCH AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS

    This course prepares students in Communication and Research skills. The three main areas of focus are: Research and Analysis, Academic Writing Skills and Academic Presentation Skills.

 

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