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May 10, 2025 13 min read

Designing a Lounge or Gallery for a Client’s Unique Aesthetic

Step into the role of an interior designer for your final project, where creativity meets functionality. Design an artist lounge or gallery space that reflects…

Richard Hess

Mar 16, 2025 7 min read

Creating Inclusive Interior Spaces That Celebrate Diversity

Designing inclusive spaces goes beyond aesthetics—it’s about honoring diverse cultural identities and making everyone feel at home. Learn how interior designers…

Richard Hess

Mar 14, 2025 11 min read

Creating Inclusive Spaces with Universal Design and ADA Principles

Learn how thoughtful interior design can create spaces that are accessible, inclusive, and beautiful for everyone. This lesson explores the principles of…

Richard Hess

Jan 18, 2025 6 min read

Creating a Digital Materials Board that Reflects Your Client’s Aesthetic in an Artist Lounge Design

Step into the world of digital interior design with your third project: crafting a materials board inspired by an iconic client. Combine creativity and concept…

Richard Hess

Apr 25, 2025 8 min read

Material Boards as Storytellers of Design Intent and Inspiration in Interior Design Presentations

Material boards are more than just visual aids—they're essential tools that bring your design concept to life through texture, color, and material selection…

Richard Hess

Jul 9, 2025 11 min read

Understanding Elevations, Sections, and Renderings for Visualizing Interior Design Projects

Step beyond floor plans and dive into the visual storytelling tools of elevations, sections, and renderings. Learn how these drawings work together to bring…

Richard Hess

May 8, 2025 9 min read

Crafting Visual Narratives in Interior Design Through Concept Development and Presentation Techniques

Learn how a strong design concept guides every stage of your interior design project, from sketches to final floor plans. In this lesson, we break down…

Richard Hess

May 13, 2025 8 min read

Researching Visionaries to Inspire Your Interior Design Concepts and Final Project

Step into the mind of a design legend as you take on the role of their personal interior designer. Through in-depth research and creative interpretation, this…

Richard Hess

Jan 23, 2025 9 min read

How Anthropometrics Shapes Interior Spaces and User Comfort

Design isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about people. Learn how anthropometrics shapes interior spaces to fit the human body, movement, and social interaction…

Richard Hess

Jul 8, 2025 10 min read

From Concept to Completion in Interior Design: Navigating Each Project Phase Successfully

Master the full interior design process—from pre-project planning to post-occupancy evaluation—with this comprehensive guide. Learn how each phase builds on the…

Richard Hess

Jan 21, 2025 6 min read

Navigating Collaboration in Interior Design with Architects, Consultants, and Clients

Interior design is far more collaborative than it may appear, involving architects, consultants, and, most importantly, clients. Learn how coordination and…

Richard Hess

May 17, 2025 6 min read

Foundations of Interior Design Business Practices and Professional Growth in a Changing Industry

Get an inside look at how interior design operates not just as an art, but as a thriving business. From business structures and billing methods to licensing…

Richard Hess

Feb 1, 2025 5 min read

Finding Your Creative Voice through Design Elements and Principles That Spark Personal Inspiration

Kick off your first interior design project by diving into the inspirations that fuel your creativity. Use key design elements and principles to build a…

Richard Hess

Feb 24, 2025 14 min read

Design Principles in Action: Creating Harmony Through Scale, Proportion, Balance, and Rhythm

Mastering interior design means more than picking colors—it’s about how elements like scale, proportion, and rhythm work together to shape a space. Learn how…

Richard Hess

Jan 14, 2025 14 min read

Harnessing the Power of Design Elements to Shape Space and Mood in Interior Environments

Lines that guide, shapes that define, and textures that evoke emotion — the core design elements do more than just decorate. Learn how these foundational tools…

Richard Hess

Jun 28, 2025 12 min read

The Truth Behind Interior Design Myths and What It Really Takes to Create Thoughtful Spaces

Think interior design is just fluffing pillows and picking paint? Lesson 2 debunks common myths and dives into the essential principles and realities of…

Richard Hess

Feb 23, 2025 12 min read

The Expansive Role of Interior Designers and How It Differs from the Work of Interior Decorators

Interior design is more than aesthetics—it's about architecture, function, and human experience. Learn how interior designers go beyond decoration to shape…

Richard Hess

Feb 6, 2025 6 min read

Designing with Inspiration: Crafting a Space for a Visionary Architect or Interior Designer Client

Get ready to bring your creativity to life with a final project that blends research, design, and presentation. You'll explore the legacy of a legendary…

Richard Hess

Apr 25, 2025 8 min read

Building Strong Foundations in Interior Design through Creativity, Research, and Communication Skills

Step into the world of interior design by mastering creative strategies, professional communication, and industry collaboration. This course offers hands-on…

Richard Hess

Feb 18, 2025 4 min read

The Role and Responsibilities of Interior Designers in Shaping Functional Spaces

Step into the world of interior design and learn what truly sets designers apart from decorators. This first lesson lays the foundation for mastering space…

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