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Sustainability is an important issue in interior design today. The awareness of the environmental impact of the products and materials we choose has contributed to the increase in designers who specify environmentally friendly products, materials and systems. Soaring energy costs, increased pollution due to manufacturing as well as global warming have led to the development of more sustainable products and practices, allowing designers the ability to create more eco-friendly spaces for their clientele.
Green Interior Design Specialist
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Identify the core concepts between green building and interior designs
- Recall types of green rating systems and green product criteria
- Recognize how to design with different types of flooring, equipment, and finishes
- Identify the fundamentals of eco-friendly lighting and furnishings
- List strategies for developing green projects
Interior Decorating & Design
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Define the historical and theoretical bases of design
- Identify the space planning of residential and commercial interiors
- Recognize the planning of exterior and interior environments
- List the various interior materials, architectural systems, finishes and components of design
- Recall project management and the aspects of professional practice
Green Interior Design Specialist
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 1
Why Be Sustainable?
- What are Green Buildings?
- Environmental Stewardship
- Low-Impact Building Materials
- Indoor Air Quality
- For Future Generations
- Inspiring Stories
- Inspiring Projects
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 2
Healthy Interiors and Greening Projects
- Green Building Framework
- Healthy, High-Performing Strategies
- Team Integration
- Integrated Design Approach and Criteria
- Interior Designer’s Role
- Jobsite Measures
- Client’s Role and Responsibilities
- Green Builder Programs
- Green Building Costs
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 3
Greening Specifics and Green Building Rating Systems
- Product Criteria
- Vetting Products
- Materials Safety Data Sheets
- Questions for Manufacturers and Suppliers
- National and International Programs
- Regional Programs
- Framework and Guidelines
- Holistic Communities
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 4
Green Standards, Concrete, and Masonry
- Certification Resources
- Indoor Environmental Quality
- Life-Cycle Assessment
- Carbon Footprint
- Compostable
- Concrete Installation and Maintenance
- Masonry Installation and Maintenance
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 5
Metals, Wood, Composites, Doors, and Windows
- Where Does Metal Come from?
- Installing and Maintaining Metal
- Sustainable Wood Choices
- Biobased Composites (Wood Alternatives)
- Interior Doors
- Windows and Exterior Doors
- Hardware
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 6
Finishes
- Plaster and Gypsum Board
- Types of Plaster
- Gypsum Board: Drywall, Wallboard
- Tile
- Types of Flooring
- Wall Treatments
- Paints and Coatings
- Stains, Finishes, Adhesives
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 7
Equipment and Plumbing
- Shower Enclosures
- Closets and Shelving
- Fireplaces and Stoves
- Appliances
- Computers, Printers, Office Equipment
- Toilets, Urinals, and Bidets
- Lavatories and Sinks
- Showers and Tubs
- Fittings
- Greywater
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 8
Lighting and Furnishings
- Types of Bulbs
- Bulb Efficacy
- Types of Fixtures
- Countertops
- Cabinetry Upholstery
- Bedding
- Area Rugs
- Window Treatments
Green Interior Design Specialist Module 9
Business Development and the Future
- Relationship Building
- Networking
- Target Markets
- Outreach
- Questioning the Status Quo
- Purposeful Living
- Building Science
- Future Generations
- Technology
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Interior Decorating & Design
Interior Decorating and Design Module 1
The Historical and Theoretical Bases of Design
- Current Issues in Design
- Historical Overview
- The Origins of Design
- The Meaning and Essence of Design
- The Evolution of Modern Design
- New Technology and Innovative Design
- The Basic Theories of Design Composition
- The Principles of Design
Interior Decorating and Design Module 2
The Process of Design
- Light Sources
- Modifiers of Light
- Color Theory and Systems
- Design Process
- Programming Interior Spaces
Interior Decorating and Design Module 3
Space Planning of Residential and Commercial Interiors
- Planning Residential Spaces
- Space Organization
- Interior Zoning
- Special Housing Needs
- Office Design
- Financial Institutions
- Retail Design
- Hospitality Design
- Institutional, Public, and Government Spaces
Interior Decorating and Design Module 4
Environmental Codes, Regulations, Control and Support Systems
- Influences on Interiors
- Sustainability and Green Certification Programs
- Land Use and Development
- Building Codes
- Barrier-Free Access
- Historic Preservation, Restoration and Adaptive Reuse
- Energy Conservation and Climate Control
Interior Decorating and Design Module 5
Lighting and Material Characteristics
- Natural and Artificial Light
- Lighting Needs and Applications
- Lighting Fixtures and Techniques
- Lighting Codes and Regulations
- Selecting Building Materials
- Wood and Masonry
- Concrete
- Ceramics and Glass
- Metals and Plastics
- Textiles
Interior Decorating and Design Module 6
Architectural Systems and Interior Components
- Sustainable Architecture and Engineering
- Building Shell and Structural Systems
- Floor Systems
- Floor Finishes
- Wall and Ceiling Systems
- Stairs and Doors
- Windows
- Cabinetry
- Fireplaces
Interior Decorating and Design Module 7
Furnishings
- Designing with Furniture
- Selection Criteria for Furniture
- Furniture Materials and Construction
- Furniture Types
- Furnishings and Equipment
Interior Decorating and Design Module 8
Communication, Business and Management
- Drawing as Design Communication
- Digital Media for Design Communication
- Materials, Techniques and Reproduction
- Oral and Written Communication
- Interior Design as a Business
- Business Operations
- Marketing, Public Relations, Ethics
- Project Management
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
All course materials included.
Upon successful completion of our Interior Decorating and Design course, students will be prepared, in part, to sit for the Residential Interior Design Qualification Certification & Exam. Eligible candidates must also demonstrate four years of hands-on interior design experience with proof.
Note: This course is not affiliated with, nor has it been endorsed by RIDQC.
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player