This curriculum prepares students for careers in the fields of contract and residential Interior Design. The curriculum provides a broad general foundation of academic courses and specialization in Interior Design, including courses in textiles, life sciences, art, architecture, and business. Instruction and experiences foster an attitude of inquiry and learning leading to the ability to solve problems, which in itself is a definition of design. Intellectual development of the students is stimulated and leadership qualities enhanced.
Residential work requires patience and a desire to work with details.
Being a successful residential designer requires a rapport with diverse clients and a strong dedication to client privacy and professional ethics. Residential work requires unique, creative, and financially sound design decisions. Government and Public Buildings - City halls, Court Houses, Post Offices, Police and Fire Stations, Libraries, and Museums. Retail Design - Shopping Malls, Stores, Galleries, and Showrooms. Entertainment Design - Theaters, Concert Halls, Auditoriums, and Convention Centers.