Interior Design

Our two-year interior design program is taught in a creative environment where technical knowledge merges with artistic inspiration.Graduates emerge as skilled interior designers capable of conceptualizing and crafting aesthetically pleasing and functional designs for diverse interior spaces.

From residential homes to commercial complexes, cultural institutions, and industrial buildings, our graduates work in various sectors.Emphasizing a hands-on approach, our program equips students with practical skills to apply design techniques and construction theory effectively.

Through a combination of coursework and real-world projects, students learn to translate their ideas into detailed drawings brought to life with computer rendering techniques.

Students learn how to:

• Analyzing client needs and preferences, and safety requirements;
• Creating detailed plans and 3-D computer models using industry software tools, including AutoCAD, Revit, VectorWorks, SketchUp, and Lumion;
• Rendering to enhance visualization of interior designs;
• Designing functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces;
• Advising on color, finish, lighting, and furnishings selection;
• Drafting professional interior construction drawings;
• Estimating costs and required materials accurately;
• Collaborating with other professionals in various technical areas;
• Coordinating with contractors and trades for installations;
• Handling bids and contract documents as client representatives;
• Reviewing and evaluating design solutions throughout the process.

Individuals Who Are:

• Passionate about crafting beautiful, functional spaces as a career;
• Interested in using the power of the latest design industry software to bring ideas to life;
• Enjoying drawing, sketching, and manually drafting in our bright design studios;
• Thriving in a collaborative environment, ready to connection with industry experts and peers.

Admission Requirements:

• Completion of high school or equivalent (GED);
• Proof of education (transcript, diploma, letters of recognition);
• Completed Application Form;
• Signature of a parent or guardian is required for students under the age of 19;
• Non-refundable application fee;
• Copy of a valid government-issued photo ID or birth certification;
• Letter of intent detailing background and future goals;
• If deemed necessary by the Registrar, a TOEFL score of at least 52, an IELTS score of at least 4.0, or a Duolingo score of at least 60.

Career Opportunities:

• Interior designer
• CAD technician
• Interior design project manager
• Kitchen and Bath designer
• Retail and office space planner
• Interior decorators and Colour Consultant
• Home stager
• Sales personnel
• Window display decorator
• Event Designer
• Entrepreneur owning their own interior design businesses

Year 1 Course Overviews?

• Space Planning 1 & 2
• CAD 1-AutoCAD
• Manual Drafting
• Design Fundamentals
• Adobe Photoshop
• Collaborative Design Workshop
• History of Architecture and Interior Design
• CAD 3-Presentation 1 (SketchUp/Lumion)
• CAD 3-SketchUp
• Digital Photography
• Kitchen & Bath Design 1 , 2
• Materials and Specifications
• Lighting
• Design Projects (Tiny Homes)
• Sustainable Design
• Job Readiness

Year 2 Course Overviews?

• CAD – Projects (Residential)
• CAD 2 Vectorworks
• Design Projects (Sustainable)
• Kitchen & Bath Design 3
• Construction Methods 1 ?2
• Design Projects (Single-family)
• Design Projects (Commercial)
• CAD 3-Presentation 2 (SketchUp/Lumion)
• Professional Practice
• Design Projects (Hospitality)
• BC Building Code
• Sales and Promotion
• Portfolio
• Project Management & Estimating
• CAD 4-Revit