Turn Your Eye for Style into Real-World Design Skills

7 lessons | 4 assignments

Discover how the right materials can elevate a space from simple to truly stunning. In this unit, you'll get to know the most commonly used natural and synthetic materials in interior design—like wood, stone, glass, metal, and more—and learn how to pair them with textiles and wall treatments to create rich, personalized interiors. You'll dive into classic, early American, and global design styles, and explore how these timeless influences can be reimagined for today's clients.

In your assignments, you'll have the chance to showcase your creativity by adapting a historical style for a modern home, blending tradition with current trends to design a space that feels both timeless and fresh.

5 lessons | 4 assignments

Discover how lighting, window treatments, and accessories can completely transform the look and feel of a space. With guidance from industry-leading designer and HGTV star Jane Lockhart, you'll learn through engaging instructional videos how to choose and style these finishing touches like a pro. Then, explore iconic design eras—from the bold looks of the early 20th century to the sleek styles of the early 2000s—and use what you've learned to create your own retro or vintage-inspired design.

2 lessons | 4 assignments

Learn one of the most essential skills in interior design: bringing your ideas to life through professional drawings. In this unit, you'll discover how to create accurate, scaled floor plans and other key visuals using the tools and techniques decorators use every day. You'll also learn how to plan room layouts around focal points to create flow, balance, and visual impact. Through hands-on assignments, you'll practice mapping out real spaces and creating layouts that are both beautiful and functional.

4 lessons | 4 assignments

Bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms each come with their own unique design challenges, and in this unit, you'll learn how to handle them with confidence. Discover how to balance layout, color, and style to create spaces that are not only beautiful but also comfortable and practical for everyday life.

You'll work through real-world client scenarios that ask you to design thoughtful solutions tailored to each client's lifestyle and needs. From optimizing storage in a small bathroom to creating a relaxing bedroom retreat, you'll gain hands-on experience designing the rooms people use most.

8-Part Final Project

Now's your chance to shine—with personalized guidance from your design mentor every step of the way. In your final project, you'll apply everything you've learned to create a complete, client-ready design presentation. From drafting a floor plan to choosing colors, textiles, furniture, finishes, and accessories, you'll bring your vision to life in a polished package.

Your final project will be portfolio-worthy and professional—something you can proudly present to real clients.

5 lessons | 5 assignments

This optional business unit provides essential, practical knowledge for those ready to transform their passion into a professional design career. You'll learn how to register your business, effectively market your services, collaborate with clients, and deliver polished, professional designs that stand out. Additionally, you'll gain insight into building a strong portfolio and networking with industry professionals—key steps for establishing yourself in the field.

If you're here for personal enrichment, feel free to skip this section and focus on honing your creative design skills.