Interior Design
| Award Name | Certificate of Attendance |
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| Certificate of Attendance | College |
Duration
10 classes, Monday, 19:00 - 21:30.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements but a keen interest would be a benefit.
Further information
For courses next start date / enrolment check out this webpage https://www.gti.ie/parttime/courses
€140
Materials will be discussed in class.
Refunds: No refunds, under any circumstances, are available once a course has commenced.
If you have paid for a course which is subsequently cancelled, you will be notified and a full fee refund will be processed automatically. Refunds if processed are processed on a weekly basis and take approximately 2-3 weeks to present in the applicant bank account.
All other courses must remain viable and be self-financing: therefore a participant will not be permitted to commence a course/module unless the course/module has been paid for in full by the learner prior to commencement.
Course Overview
Join us as we travel through time looking at interiors through the ages. We start with the Arts and Crafts Movement in the 1880's , Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Shabby Chic through to the current trends of today.
You will learn how to get inspired for a new project & I will advise on decorating on a budget.
Next we will look at colour theory, window & wall treatments, furniture , layout & accessories.
The course ends with a sample board project based on knowledge learnt on the course.
Tutor Biography
Emily worked for 10 years as an interior designer with Heritage Brand 'Laura Ashley'. She produced professional & inspiring designs for a wide variety of clients. Her home consultations provided guidance on colour, curtains & blinds, wall treatments, furniture layout, lighting & accessories.
She is well travelled, visiting many famous architectural wonders, works of art, museums & interiors.
In 2019 she started teaching and enjoys sharing her passion for all things interiors!
Materials Needed:? Materials will be discussed in class.
Course Content
Introduction to colour part 1: Understand colour theory, learn how to use the colour wheel and learn about colour relationships.
Introduction to colour part 2: Psychological effects of colour, and how to use colour in interior design to benefit us. You will learn how to create successful colour schemes. Learn about points to consider when selecting colour.
Introduction to Styles: Learn about the most popular styles today and learn how to create them.
Introduction to pattern and texture: Learn how to apply pattern and texture successfully in interior design
Space planning part 1: Survey a room: Learn how to survey a room & how to draw freehand floor plans. Learn how to draw scaled floor plans.
Space planning part 2: Learn about Space planning and arranging furniture and creating scaled Furniture layouts
Introduction to Floor and wall finishes: Learn about the different types of floor and wall finishes and learn how to use these to create a stylish interior.
Introduction to Window treatments: Learn about the different types of window treatments, and how window treatments create a stylish interior Introduction to Lighting:
Introduction to Lighting: Learn about all the different types of lighting and how to use lighting to create a stylish interior.
Create a sample Board: To use as a design tool for a room you wish to design You will apply all of the techniques you have learned throughout the course to create this sample board and design a room of your choice to a professional standard.
Award-Certificate of Attendance (on request). Please email:gtiadulted@gretb.ie
Viable courses:
For a course to commence, it is necessary to enrol a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached, the course will be cancelled.
Course deferral:
Once a course commences, participants may not defer their place on that course to another term.
Transfers policy:
If a participant wishes to transfer to a different course within the same term, a request should be sent by email to info.gti@gretb.ie
Assignments / projects:
Dates for submission of coursework will be provided by the tutor at the beginning of the course. Coursework will not be returned to the participant once submitted for assessment. Therefore, it is advised that a hard copy of all coursework submitted should be retained by the student.
Self-directed learning:
It is the responsibility of the participants to inform themselves as to course content, duration, etc.
Tel: +353 (0)91 581342
Fax: +353 (0)91 589267
info.gti@gretb.ie (Main email)
gtiadulted@gretb.ie (Part-time programme)