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Sustainability is an important issue in interior design today. The awareness of the environmental impact of the products and materials we choose has contributed to the increase in designers who specify environmentally friendly products, materials and systems. Soaring energy costs, increased pollution due to manufacturing as well as global warming have led to the development of more sustainable products and practices, allowing designers the ability to create more eco-friendly spaces for their clientele.
Green Interior Design Specialist
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Identify the core concepts between green building and interior designs
- Recall types of green rating systems and green product criteria
- Recognize how to design with different types of flooring, equipment, and finishes
- Identify the fundamentals of eco-friendly lighting and furnishings
- List strategies for developing green projects
Interior Decorating & Design
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Define aspects of becoming a décor coach and theoretical bases of design
- Identify the space planning of residential and commercial interiors
- Recognize the planning of exterior and interior environments
- List the various interior materials, architectural systems, finishes and components of design
- Recall space planning and functional flow
Green Interior Design Specialist
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 1
Why Be Sustainable?
- What are Green Buildings?
- Environmental Stewardship
- Low-Impact Building Materials
- Indoor Air Quality
- For Future Generations
- Inspiring Stories
- Inspiring Projects
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 2
Healthy Interiors and Greening Projects
- Green Building Framework
- Healthy, High-Performing Strategies
- Team Integration
- Integrated Design Approach and Criteria
- Interior Designer’s Role
- Jobsite Measures
- Client’s Role and Responsibilities
- Green Builder Programs
- Green Building Costs
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 3
Greening Specifics and Green Building Rating Systems
- Product Criteria
- Vetting Products
- Materials Safety Data Sheets
- Questions for Manufacturers and Suppliers
- National and International Programs
- Regional Programs
- Framework and Guidelines
- Holistic Communities
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 4
Green Standards, Concrete, and Masonry
- Certification Resources
- Indoor Environmental Quality
- Life-Cycle Assessment
- Carbon Footprint
- Compostable
- Concrete Installation and Maintenance
- Masonry Installation and Maintenance
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 5
Metals, Wood, Composites, Doors, and Windows
- Where Does Metal Come from?
- Installing and Maintaining Metal
- Sustainable Wood Choices
- Biobased Composites (Wood Alternatives)
- Interior Doors
- Windows and Exterior Doors
- Hardware
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 6
Finishes
- Plaster and Gypsum Board
- Types of Plaster
- Gypsum Board: Drywall, Wallboard
- Tile
- Types of Flooring
- Wall Treatments
- Paints and Coatings
- Stains, Finishes, Adhesives
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 7
Equipment and Plumbing
- Shower Enclosures
- Closets and Shelving
- Fireplaces and Stoves
- Appliances
- Computers, Printers, Office Equipment
- Toilets, Urinals, and Bidets
- Lavatories and Sinks
- Showers and Tubs
- Fittings
- Greywater
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 8
Lighting and Furnishings
- Types of Bulbs
- Bulb Efficacy
- Types of Fixtures
- Countertops
- Cabinetry Upholstery
- Bedding
- Area Rugs
- Window Treatments
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 9
Business Development and the Future
- Relationship Building
- Networking
- Target Markets
- Outreach
- Questioning the Status Quo
- Purposeful Living
- Building Science
- Future Generations
- Technology
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Interior Decorating & Design
Interior Decorating and Design Module 1
Coaching Mindset and Client Relationship
- What is a Décor Coach?
- Decorator vs. Designer vs. Coach
- Who Hires a Coach and Why?
- What Coaching Is and Isn’t in Decorating
- Active Listening Skills
- Building Trust and Reading the Room
- Guiding the Decision, Not Making It
Interior Decorating and Design Module 2
Design Elements and Color Theory
- The Elements of Design
- Principles of Design
- Proportion and Scale in Real Rooms
- Balance, Rhythm, and Emphasis
- Color Wheel and Color Language
- Color Schemes That Work
- Undertones
- Color Psychology in Homes and Business
Interior Decorating and Design Module 3
Space Planning and Functional Flow
- Measuring and Drawing a Floor Plan
- Traffic Flow and Clearances
- Furniture Arrangement and Focal Points
- Zoning Open and Multi-Use Spaces
- Commercial Space Planning
Interior Decorating and Design Module 4
Lighting Designs
- Three Layers of Light
- Natural Light and Daylighting
- Color Temperatures, Lumens and Dimming
- Fixtures, Placement and Safety
Interior Decorating and Design Module 5
Material Characteristics
- Flooring and Wall Treatments
- Textiles and Fabrics
- Window Treatments
- Finishes, Maintenance and Durability
- Sustainable and Healthy Material Choices
Interior Decorating and Design Module 6
Furniture, Style and Accessorizing
- Finding Client’s Style
- Selecting Furniture
- Accessorizing with Purpose
- Styling Surfaces Without Clutter
Interior Decorating and Design Module 7
Residential, Commercial Spaces and Client Discovery
- Room-by-Room, Residential
- Commercial Settings
- Codes, Accessibility and Durability
- Décor, Brand and Customer Experience
- Discovery Consultation
- Writing the Design Brief
- Mood Boards and Concept Presentation
- Budgeting and Sourcing
- Managing the Project and Reveal
Interior Decorating and Design Module 8
Coaching Conversations
- Communication
- Feedback
- Conflict
- Accountability
- Building Your Décor Business
- Services and Packages
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
All course materials included.
Upon successful completion of our Interior Decorating and Design course, students will be prepared, in part, to sit for the Residential Interior Design Qualification Certification & Exam. Eligible candidates must also demonstrate four years of hands-on interior design experience with proof.
Note: This course is not affiliated with, nor has it been endorsed by RIDQC.
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player