Skills & Knowledge You'll Develop

Your diploma in Interior Design will arm you with the knowledge necessary to be successful. Upon completion of the program, you will:

• possess a solid understanding of:
  • residential and commercial design
  • the latest industry-standard design software.

You will be able to:

• identify and analyze client needs and goals, safety requirements, budget limitations and project schedules
• prepare preliminary plans and design concepts for client approval
• estimate costs and prepare budgets
• develop presentations which may include drawings, sketches, renderings, perspectives, colour and material boards, photographs or models
• prepare working drawings and specifications for nonload-bearing construction including materials, finishes, millwork and furnishings
• prepare tender documents, co-ordinate the bid process and assist clients in awarding contracts
• confirm that required building and other code permits are obtained
• collaborate with professional and technical consultants (for example, mechanical, electrical and structural engineers, architects, audio-visual consultants)
• conduct field reviews of construction and installation of furnishings, fixtures and equipment
• review and evaluate projects on behalf of clients, during implementation and upon completion.