Course overview
Description generated based on course syllabus and open data.
About the program for the INTERIOR DESIGNER and interior design
The program structures an interior designer's workflow: from brief and moodboards to concept, visualization, construction documents, and author supervision. It covers residential and commercial spaces, collaboration with clients and contractors, and legal/financial aspects.
Lecturers (interior design)
- Katya Yarova — architect, founder of IK-architects; office, café, and private projects (including an office for the Diia team).
- Oksana Fedorchuk — visualizer and 3D modeler; collaborations with international studios and architectural awards.
- Vlad Baranov — interior designer; full cycle: concept, visualization, documentation, supervision; works with Ukrainian design studios.
Tools and software for interior designers
- Autodesk Revit — basic documentation and modeling.
- Autodesk 3ds Max — interior visualization.
- 3D libraries (including Great Catalog) — models and materials for scenes.
- Templates: brief, commercial offer, contract, stage checklists.
Modules (short)
- Foundation: styles, trends, composition, color, light; moodboards.
- Communication: briefing, negotiation, risk signals.
- Agreement and finance: proposals, contracts, safety checkpoints, sole proprietorship basics.
- Teamwork: roles, responsibilities, coordination with contractors.
Who the INTERIOR DESIGNER path suits and who it does not
Suitable for
- Interior design beginners who need a structured methodology and 2 portfolio projects.
- Architects, decorators, visualizers — to broaden services and refresh workflows.
- Career switchers seeking to learn core processes and tools.
Not suitable for
- Those expecting instant outcomes without consistent practice.
- Anyone unwilling to work with technical documentation and standards.
- Those looking only for high-level overviews without hands-on tasks.
Problems in interior design → changes in the interior designer's approach
- Style and concept uncertainty → a sequence emerges: brief — moodboard — spec — concept.
- Gap between renders and implementation → connection is aligned between 3D, drawings, specs, and contractors.
- Communication risks → templates for proposals, contracts, and approval checklists are applied.
- Planning difficulties → a stepwise timeline and control points are introduced.
Comparison with alternatives for the interior designer
- Self-learning: flexible but fragmented; lacks vetted templates and feedback.
- Short intensives: bring momentum but rarely cover the full cycle from brief to documentation.
- Internships: practical yet task-dependent; explanations may be limited.
- Academic architecture: fundamental, but fewer applied tools for studio workflows.
What is formed after completing the interior design program
- Portfolio structured around two projects (residential and commercial) based on course modules.
- Basic construction package: layouts, elevations, specifications, material schedules.
- Communication toolkit: brief, commercial proposal, contract, approval checklists.
- Interior designer workflow: stages, roles, quality control points.
- Working skills in Revit and 3ds Max sufficient for course assignments.
- Understanding of styles, trends, and criteria for materials and furniture selection.
Course Description
Lecturers:
Katya Yarova
- founder of the interior design studio IK-architects- architect and designer with 12 years of experience- has designed for places that are on the must-visit list: Krasivo Est, Coffee Workshop, DAF pub, Live.Love.Avocado restaurant, Sweeter coffee shop chain, Just dog it cafe-bar, Rabbit coffee place, etc.- Katya's studio is engaged in various design projects: private houses, smart apartments, offices, cafes, bars and shops- created a design project for the office for the Diia team
Oksana Fedorchuk
- visualizer and modeler- has been visualizing interiors for 11 years, 8 of them as a freelancer- collaborates with ZOA 3D, Bodema, btsdesign, Anjey Babych and other international companies- together with the team received platinum at Best Architectural Project 2023- is currently creating a 3D library of legendary design items and working on the Public Greenhouse initiative
Vlad Baranov
- 7 years in interior design- manages projects from concept and visualization to project documentation, author's supervision and communication with clients- collaborates with Yakusha, a live Ukrainian design studio, participating in various architectural and interior projects
