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Overview

student work by Carmen WootenAn office must echo the professionalism of the person behind the desk, a home should reflect the emotions and lifestyles of the owner, a courtyard needs to complement the natural environment. From restaurants to condominiums, businesses to single-family homes, hotels to day care centers, you choose the area to specialize in after graduation. First you must hone your critical thinking, expand your artistic flare, and enhance your technical know-how through the instruction of distinguished industry experts.

The Interior Design bachelor's degree or the Residential Design diploma program emphasizes the design process and meets the educational requirements of the Board of Architecture and Interior Design, Department of Professional Regulations in the State of Florida. The comprehensive curriculum includes studies and hands-on learning in architectural detailing, building codes and standards, historical and modern decorative arts, design basics, space planning, furnishings and accessories, interior architecture in design and drawing, AutoCAD, textiles, and career planning.

student work by Liliana BoteroMany of our alumni have established successful, high profile businesses such as Perla Lichi,Cecil Hayes, Donald Lilly, and Janet Bussell. Internships and international travel opportunities are available to augment your educational experience.

Upon graduation, you will have an extensive portfolio ready to present to prospective employers or clients and you will be prepared to seek entry-level positions such as residential designer, commercial designer, product manager, health care, facilities designer, or showroom manager.

 

Accreditation

The Interior Design program leading to the Bachelor of Science degree is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, www.accredit-id.org, 146 Monroe Center NW, Suite 1318, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2822.