MOD Architecture Framework (MODAF)

Interior design projects may involve totally new construction or the renovation, modernization, or refurbishment of an existing facility, space, or room. This course is intended for people who are considering a career in interior design. It provides a broad introduction to the profession and an overview of the education and requisite skills. The emphasis...

An introduction to the world of lighting design, this course covers the fundamentals of lighting, including developing a basic understanding of light and human vision, lighting measurement and color, along with developing a working vocabulary of lighting terms and a knowledge base of lighting technologies and their characteristics. Applies Towards...

Take advantage of the functionality and productivity found in AutoCAD. Learn the fundamentals of AutoCAD in this hands-on course and discover how to efficiently prepare 2D digital drawings. Specifically designed for interior designers and using the Microsoft operating system, this course will cover the basics of AutoCAD drawing software.  Topics...

This workshop introduces and reviews the landscape design process of site analysis, conceptual design, and evaluations, based on principles of balance, symmetry, proportion, scale, and unity. Through plant combinations and landscape features, you will learn about color, texture, line, form, and methods of creating garden spaces. This class will be...

How do you take your plans from the drawing board to creating the garden without being overwhelmed by the amount of work? Learn how to develop a shopping list and timeline to phase the work over several seasons. You’ll receive some useful tips on staging the installation of your project, finding and purchasing plants, and working with landscape...

Gain an introduction to the terminology, concepts, and basic principles of landscape design through lectures and simple two-dimensional exercises.  This course is recommended for students with little or no background in design who want to design for their own home or who are considering a Certificate.

Learn the basics of front yard landscape design by demonstrating how proper planting design can change the way you use and view your property. Your design should respond to your home’s architecture and be aesthetically pleasing. Topics include proper plant types and spacing, focusing and screening views, and creating curb appeal. This class will...

The Interior Design Studio series is designed for intermediate and advanced students with a desire to explore concept development and production skills tied to a specific area of interest or theme. Do you want to learn how to remodel a kitchen or bath? Develop and refine the critical thinking skills necessary to find design solutions for existing...

Students are introduced to the materials and methods used by architects and interior designers to create working sketches and detailed architectural drawings by hand. Looking at 3D objects and locations, students will focus on developing representational drawing skills that reflect measurement, proportion, perspective, elevation, and surface. Prerequisite(s):...

5 weeks of SketchUp training specifically focused for Interior Designers. Learn how to create floor plans, renderings of a space, mood boards, and document it all in LayOut by creating a design document. What’s included in the webinar? (5) 2-hour live webinar sessions Access to all online tutorial courses for 1 year on SketchUpTrain. ($95...

This class is for students who want to learn how to use 3D modeling software specifically for a career in Interior Design. Learn how Autodesk AutoCAD, SketchUp, and SU Podium can help you bring your ideas into the digital space for potential clients and colleagues to view. We will explore how to create a workflow for your interior design projects...

This class will take place online. Registered students will receive login instructions. Study theories and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present. Explore Eastern and Western garden traditions. Survey all types of gardens and landscapes, including corporate and public spaces, through visual presentations,...

Create custom symbols for use within the Electrical software, add custom part numbers and manufacturers to the Catalog Database and create an intelligent title block for automatic populating. Notes: This is a Live, Instructor-Led Online Class. A D3 Instructor will be utilizing an online collaboration software, such as GoToMeeting, during the training...

This lecture will take place online. Registered students will receive login instructions. Founding principal of Kathryn Herman Design in New Canaan, Kathryn Herman brings a strong horticultural background and intense interest in architecture to the international residential and commercial work that has garnered her firm recent Arthur Ross, Palladio,...

As a profession, interior design is typically divided into categories with the most obvious distinction being residential and commercial. While most designers work in both areas, many also specialize in one.  This course is a broad overview of commercial design, which includes hospitality, workplace, retail and institutional design. Through lectures,...

This class will take place online. Registered students will receive login instructions. Explore how to effectively organize and operate a small landscape business that will sustain itself and earn a profit. We will discuss how to attract new clients, position oneself in a crowded market and choose the right type of business model. Gain experience...

The "rebirth" of the arts during the Renaissance period gave rise to the importance of patronage in the arts. As Italy became the cultural center of Europe and the cradle of the new ideas of humanism, its wealthy families supported fine and decorative arts in the creation of opulent interiors. Explore the splendid art, magnificent architecture, and...

Learn to create an enjoyable backyard space that is functional and fun. Explore the design and development of dining and entertaining areas (such as decks and patios), children’s play spaces, and outdoor storage and utility areas. Learn how to screen and focus views to create a sense of enclosure for private areas with comfort and security. This...

This course is an introduction to the field of Sustainable Design, Construction and Development for designers, builders and owners. It explores underlying issues as they impact the built environment, current green building practices, and emerging trends in the field.  The class covers guidelines and rating systems including LEED; government initiatives,...