Interior Design
Interior design is a profession that shapes the indoor spaces we live, work, and worship in. Interior design inspires us to live well, but it also serves our everyday needs. Interior designers are caring professionals who collaborate with others. They guide the process of conceiving, designing, and implementing interior spaces and their furnishings. In turn, they shape our everyday lives.
is INTERIOR DESIGN for me?
Interior designers care about beauty, but also product quality. We seek to uplift people’s experience, but are also stewards of limited resources. How does color shape our lives, and how can lighting help us care for the environment? We like to draw and see interior design as a creative art, but we also solve technical problems on computers and desire practical solutions to everyday life. We love to design, and we care about craftsmanship. We have an eye on the details but keep the big picture in mind. We are most satisfied when life thrives in the spaces we created collaboratively.
If this sounds rewarding, then interior design is for you.
How can i serve god?
The first person in the Bible who is described to be filled with the Holy Spirit was an interior designer. His name was Bezalel, and the book of Exodus records how God used him to design and build the tabernacle - a portable interior with detailed furnishings that pointed to the saving work of Jesus.
God cares about the places we dwell in. As the ultimate designer, He created a place for us in Eden and is preparing mansions for us now. He chose for His son to be raised by a craftsman. Interior design is a ministry, and He has important work for you to do.
What is the market like?
100% of our interior design graduates have found employment in the profession. Growth is driven by the need in all sectors, but demand is expected especially in green design and in accommodating the future living needs of an aging population. It is estimated that Americans spend about 90% of their lives indoors, so interior design is in constant demand.
Median Salary $62,510
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
BACHELOR OF INTERIOR DESIGN
The Bachelor of Interior Design degree is a four-year course of study. This program prepares students with knowledge and skills that allow them to be eligible to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certification examination. This degree includes academic studios, workshops, lectures, hands-on experiences, field trips, and opportunities for internships and domestic and international travel.
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Associate of Science in INTERIOR DESIGN
The Interior Design AS students will immerse themselves in the world of interior design. Students will explore the profession of interior design, learn about the design process, gain hands-on knowledge about interior construction, utilize both hand drawing and computer-aided design to communicate design ideas. The skills taught in this program will prepare students to secure work in the interior design industry.
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INTERIOR DESIGN studies minor
The Interior Design Studies Minor provides foundational knowledge that can be used to secure employment in an interior design related field through a focus on technical skills, conceptual knowledge, construction concepts and materials education. This program complements any major and can be fit into any degree and is designed to increase and inform interest in Interior Design.
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INTERIOR DESIGN Certificate
Students choosing this 12-credit Interior Design Certificate as a stand-alone program, or as an add-on to their current studies, can immerse themselves in the world of interior design. Certificate students will explore the profession of interior design, learn about the design process, and gain hands-on knowledge about interior construction. The skills taught in this program can assist in gaining entry level employment in a field related to interior design, it can allow students to explore an area of personal interest, or it can be utilized by students in related majors to concentrate in this specific area to enhance future career opportunities.
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Unsure if you want to pursue interior design or architecture? No worries! The first year of the two programs require the same coursework so you do not have to decide right away. Take the first year to prayerfully consider the direction God would have you go. During the first year you are encouraged to meet with your academic advisor, your professors, and visit firms in order for you to make an informed decision that is the best for you.
