British Institute of Interior Design

Course Content

A professional level interior design course* should encompass:

1. Fundamentals of Design (philosophy, sociology, aesthetics and a theory of design). Visual research (colour, light, form, texture). Basic knowledge of materials.
2. Visual Communication (objective and interpretative drawing, freehand perspective drawing, use of colour media, photography and model making).
3. People in their Environment (human ergonometric and anthropometric studies and people in space and design evaluation). History of Art and Architecture, Interiors and Furniture.
4. Creative work by Project Method.
5. Interpretation of the project schemes and technical studies related to the built environment (working drawings, building technology, and understanding of structure and services. Costing and estimating, detailing and specifying material, furniture and fittings).
6. Professional Practice (verbal communication techniques, office organisation and practice, legislation affecting the designer, visiting projects underway or completed).

* The standards set by the International Federation of Interior Architects/Interior Designers (IFI) are recognised by the Institute. The British Institute of Interior Design is an Associate member of the IFI.