Interior Design

Delaware College of Art and Design
"I thoroughly enjoyed this class and was delighted to be able to pursue a personal interest that has been developing over the years. It was hard - but very satisfying - work!"
Donna W.
Interior Design

Courses in Interior Design help familiarize students with cutting-edge digital drafting software while providing a firm foundation in the history of interior design, space planning and drawing, color, lighting, furniture, and business practices.

Classes are developed for working professionals seeking a career change, individuals interested in starting their own business, young minds eager for an introduction to the field and business and recent college graduates seeking to expand and enhance their skills.

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Lighting Design

Introduction to Interior Design

Interior Design Business Principles

Historic Interiors

Green Design Workshop

 

Course Offering

 

INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN

COURSE ID: ID0001

Instructor: Julie Cargill

TWELVE SESSIONS

Wednesday, June 5 – August 21; 6 PM – 9:15 PM

NON-CREDIT Tuition: $460; 3.9 CEUs

CREDIT Tuition: $900; 2 Credits

A fundamental course in design as it relates to the

interior environment, surveying both the elements and

principles of design. Students explore interior design

as a profession, examine space planning and finishes

and develop basic drafting skills. This class is the prerequisite

for all subsequent design courses in DCAD’s

Interior Design Certificate Program.

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GREEN DESIGN WORKSHOP

COURSE ID: ID0055

Instructor: Rosemary Kelly

SIX SESSIONS

Thursday, June 6 – July 18; 6 PM – 9:15 PM

NON-CREDIT Tuition: $230; 2 CEUS

CREDIT Tuition: $450; 1 Credit

This six-week workshop will define and explore what

it means to design “green.” Beyond solar panels and

compact fluorescents, interior designers have many

options for incorporating “green” design elements

into a space that are energy efficient, come from

renewable resources, reduce waste and promote

the health of the environment. Through discussion,

demonstration and hands-on project work, students

will learn about the design products and approaches

available to create eco-friendly and sustainable

residential or commercial spaces.

 

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HISTORIC INTERIORS

COURSE ID: AH0004

Instructor: Rosemary Kelly

TWELVE SESSIONS

Tuesday, June 4 – August 20; 6 PM – 9:15 PM

NON-CREDIT Tuition: $460; 3.9 CEUs

CREDIT Tuition: $900; 2 Credits

Survey the design and function of architectural and

interior styles in their historical contexts, and trace

the development of design philosophy from ancient

to contemporary cultures. The class follows a lecture/

discussion format, training students to recognize

historic styles and discuss current and future trends.

Students are required to conduct two self-directed

field trips (Wilmington and Philadelphia area) and may

attend a class trip. Prerequisite: Introduction to Interior

Design (may be taken concurrently). Required text: A

History of Interior Design, 2nd Edition, John Pyle.

 

Interior Design Business Principles

COURSE ID: ID0036

Instructor: Nile Johnson

TWELVE SESSIONS

Monday & Wednesday, July 15 – August 21;

6 PM – 9:15 PM

NON-CREDIT Tuition: $350; 3.9 CEUs

This course will provide aspiring interior designers

with the guidelines and tools to assist them in

establishing, managing and maintaining a successful

interior design business. Topics will include creating

presentations and contracts as well as time and

project management in order to develop a business.

Through actual case studies of ethical issues and

design challenges faced by today’s interior designer,

students will prepare solutions and projects based

on weekly topics. Pre-requisite: Introduction to Interior

Design. Required Text: Professional Practice for Interior

Designers, 4th Edition

 

LIGHTING DESIGN

COURSE ID: ID0046

Instructor: Suzanne Stewart

TWELVE SESSIONS

Tuesday & Thursday, June 4 – July 11; 6 PM – 9:15 PM

NON-CREDIT Tuition: $460; 3.9 CEUs

CREDIT Tuition: $900; 2 Credits

Lighting Design is a fundamental course in lighting

and interaction with visual perception and aesthetics.

The basic functions of lighting are studied, analyzed,

and critiqued as design elements, and students are

asked to transfer this information to lighting plans and

specifications. Whenever possible, field inspection of

lighting installations adds to theoretical information in the

classroom. Pre-requisite: Introduction to Interior Design.

 

 

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