Month 1 – Interior Design Fundamentals

Module 1: Introduction to Interior Designing

• What is Interior Design?
• Role of an Interior Designer
• Elements & Principles of Design
• Understanding Residential & Commercial Interiors
• Design Process & Workflow
• Understanding Client Requirements
• Introduction to Design Briefs

Module 2: Space Planning

• Fundamentals of Space Planning
• Understanding Floor Plans
• Furniture Layout
• Circulation & Movement
• Space Zoning
• Ergonomics & Anthropometry
• Standard Furniture Dimensions
• Residential Space Planning

Module 3: Color & Design Concepts

• Color Theory
• Color Wheel
• Color Schemes
• Color Psychology in Interiors
• Creating Mood Boards
• Theme & Concept Development
• Interior Design Styles
• Material & Texture Selection

Module 4: Introduction to Technical Drawing

• Drawing & Drafting Basics
• Understanding Scale
• Plans, Elevations & Sections
• Dimensions & Annotations
• Doors & Windows
• Furniture Symbols
• Reading Architectural Drawings

Month 1 Practical Projects

• Mood Board Creation
• Color Palette Development
• Furniture Layout
• Basic Floor Plan
• Bedroom/Living Room Concept Design

Month 2 – Software & Technical Skills

Module 5: AutoCAD for Interior Design

• AutoCAD Interface & Workspace
• Drawing Tools
• Modify Tools
• Layers
• Dimensions
• Blocks
• Hatching
• Text & Annotations
• Creating 2D Floor Plans
• Furniture Layout Plans
• Elevations
• Printing & Plotting

Module 6: SketchUp – 3D Modeling

• SketchUp Interface
• Basic Modeling Tools
• Creating Walls, Floors & Ceilings
• Doors & Windows
• Furniture Placement
• Materials & Textures
• Components & Groups
• Creating Interior 3D Models
• Camera Views & Scenes

Module 7: Materials & Finishes

• Flooring Materials
• Wall Finishes
• Ceiling Materials
• Wood & Laminates
• Glass & Metal
• Tiles & Stone
• Fabrics & Upholstery
• Material Selection Based on Budget & Application

Module 8: Lighting Design

• Fundamentals of Interior Lighting
• Natural vs Artificial Lighting
• Ambient Lighting
• Task Lighting
• Accent Lighting
• Lighting Fixtures
• Lighting Placement
• Basic Electrical Layout Concepts

Month 2 Practical Projects

• 2D Residential Floor Plan
• Furniture Layout
• Interior Elevation
• 3D Bedroom Model
• 3D Living Room Model
• Lighting Concept

Month 3 – Professional Interior Design & Projects

Module 9: Residential Interior Designing

• Living Room Design
• Bedroom Design
• Kitchen Design
• Dining Area Design
• Bathroom Design
• Storage Planning
• False Ceiling Concepts
• Furniture Selection & Placement

Module 10: Kitchen & Furniture Design

• Kitchen Layout Types
• Modular Kitchen Basics
• Kitchen Work Triangle
• Cabinet Planning
• Wardrobe Design
• TV Unit Design
• Storage Unit Design
• Basic Custom Furniture Concepts

Module 11: 3D Visualization & Presentation

• Advanced SketchUp Modeling
• Applying Realistic Materials
• Lighting Setup
• Introduction to Rendering
• Camera Composition
• Creating Interior Views
• Presentation Boards
• Before/After Design Presentation

Module 12: Estimation & Professional Practice

• Basic Quantity Estimation
• Understanding BOQ
• Material Quantity Basics
• Budget Planning
• Working with Clients
• Understanding Client Briefs
• Site Measurement Basics
• Vendor & Contractor Coordination
• Project Workflow

Module 13: Portfolio & Career Development

• Creating an Interior Design Portfolio
• Project Presentation
• Preparing Design Boards
• Freelancing Basics
• Client Communication
• Pricing Basics
• Career Opportunities in Interior Design