Interior Design – Space Planning & Visualisation

Module 1: Introduction to Interior Design

• Interior design fundamentals: space, form, light, colour, and texture
• Interior design styles: contemporary, Scandinavian, industrial, and traditional
• Design brief: understanding client requirements and project scope
• Interior design workflow: concept, schematic, design development, and delivery

Module 2: Space Planning

• Floor plan reading: understanding architectural drawings and scales
• Space planning principles: traffic flow, zoning, and furniture placement
• AutoCAD for interior design: drawing floor plans and elevations
• Space planning software: SketchUp and RoomSketcher overview

Module 3: Colour and Materials

• Colour theory for interiors: warm, cool, and neutral colour schemes
• Material specification: flooring, wall finishes, and ceiling materials
• Fabric and textile selection: upholstery, curtains, and soft furnishings
• Material boards: creating physical and digital specification boards

Module 4: Furniture and Fixture Selection

• Furniture scale and proportion: selecting appropriately sized pieces
• Ergonomics: human-centred design for comfort and usability
• Custom furniture briefing: specifying bespoke pieces for projects
• Fixture and fitting specification: lighting, plumbing, and hardware

Module 5: Lighting Design

• Natural light: maximising daylighting through window placement and treatments
• Artificial lighting layers: ambient, task, and accent lighting
• Lighting calculation: lumen requirements for different room types
• Lighting specification: fixture selection and electrical layout planning

Module 6: 3D Visualisation

• SketchUp modelling: creating 3D interior layouts from floor plans
• V-Ray or Enscape rendering: producing photorealistic interior renders
• Material and texture application in 3D visualisation
• Presentation boards: combining renders, material boards, and floor plans

Module 7: Project Documentation and Presentation

• Design presentation: mood boards, concept boards, and material palettes
• Construction drawings: detailed drawings for contractor handover
• Project management: timeline, budget tracking, and contractor coordination
• Client presentation skills: presenting design concepts effectively

Module 8: Capstone Project and Assessment

• Complete interior design project: living space or commercial interior
• Floor plan, material specification, and lighting design
• 3D render and presentation board for client-ready design proposal
• Final assessment and course certification

Experience in the Industry Gain expertise from professional interior designers who have designed residential homes, commercial offices, retail spaces, and hospitality interiors from concept through to construction handover.

Backgrounds at the Top Our interior design trainers have worked at interior design studios and architectural firms delivering award-winning residential and commercial interior projects across luxury, retail, and corporate sectors.

Clear & Effective Teaching Design principles, space planning, colour and materials, furniture selection, lighting design, 3D visualisation with SketchUp, project documentation, and client presentation are explained with real interior design project examples.

Hands-On Learning Focus Students plan spaces, specify materials, create mood boards, produce 3D renders, document designs, and build client-ready presentation packages through structured hands-on interior design project labs.

Up-to-Date Knowledge Trainers keep content current with the latest interior design trends, AI-powered space planning and rendering tools, sustainable material choices, and evolving interior design industry best practices.