Interior Design High School Semester History of Styles Project Course Self-Paced
IIn this 12-week HS semester course, students will learn the history of interior design by studying interior elements from ancient to modern times. Then, working on design projects incorporating them into modern private & public spaces.
Ms. Katie
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What's included
12 pre-recorded lessons
average 14 mins per video12 weeks
of teacher support2 hrs 48 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentProjects
2-4 hours per week. For the suggested assignments, students will be encouraged to look through magazines or online for elements of that time period's style or patterns to create their own modern interiors using the elements from that time period. Computer aided design programs may be used. If attaching images to teacher, they must be downloadable as an attachment or screen shots (no links).Assessment
Families need to reach out to teacher to specify academic documentation needs.Certificate of Completion
Teacher will check the design assignments each week and give feedback. At the end of the course, academic documentation can be requested, such as a grade. A certificate of completion is also given.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
Is your student ready for the next level of understanding interior design and preparing for design school? In each of these 12 lessons, your student will learn the basics of interior styles from ancient to modern times, including colors, motifs, building materials, furnishings and more. This course views design styles from all over the world as it relates to the different time periods. After each lesson students will design a modern public or private area that uses elements of each time period studied and send to the teacher for feedback. Students can choose to do a simple furnishing floorplan OR a design concept/mood board OR a photo collage. In addition, students will be able to build a resource book of historical styles by the attached handouts and their notes. By the end of the course, students will be able to relate elements of historical styles to today's interior design styles. Also, at the end of the course, students will receive a certificate stating that they have completed a study in interior design history and families may request a grade or other academic documentation to fit into a high school elective. This course is a great follow-up to the Interior Design High School Semester OR Interior Design 101 Skills Semester Courses. What to expect: 🎥 11 Lessons, video in a slide show format taught by Ms. Katie. Also included, attached class outlines, drawings of historical motifs/furnishings and other YouTube videos for taking virtual tours of historical interiors. 📝 Recommended Assignments/Projects. No quizzes/tests. 😃 Teacher feedback on all assignments within 72 hours. 📚 Self-Paced, 1:1 mentoring format w/no classmates. Enroll, selecting when you are ready to start & interact with the teacher for 12-weeks from that date. (Extensions for the teacher support available upon request.) Important Notes: 👩🏫 Teacher availability for feedback/support is limited to a set number of students per fall/winter/spring/summer sessions. Please book ahead by picking an enrollment date for the school session you need to secure your spot. 👨🎓 Class material level is designed for a mature middle schooler and high schooler. ❓ Questions, concerns? Message Ms. Katie anytime. About Ms. Katie: I am a professional designer, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Design (Architectural, Interior, Landscape) as well as worked in the building industry for over a decade in California and Washington States. My passion is helping mentor the next generation of interior designers.
Learning Goals
This class will prepare students to recognize furnishings and styles and incorporate them into their modern design projects.Prepares them for Interior Design College Courses that require this as part of a certification or degree.
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to History of Interior Design & Earliest Designs
1 assignment
11 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Interior Styles of Ancient Times
10 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Interior Styles of the Middle Ages
13 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Interior Design Styles of Renaissance
14 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Some YouTube videos show famous art from the Renaissance, which include partially nude statues. Also, some of the YouTube clips, particularly the PBS tours of interiors by Rick Steves, which aired on primetime television, mention colonies, slavery and Christopher Columbus as part of describing the art and interiors. Teacher selects videos that would be shown on public television at prime time and tries to focus on the interiors, not the details of history. Parents are welcome to view these videos prior to your student watching them.
Pre-Requisites
A course in basic interior design concepts, such Interior Design 101 or HS Semester Course.
Supply List
Students will need: 1. Ability to print PDF's off classroom page 2. A variety of magazines with rooms & furniture designs for projects or their favorite computer design app 3. Pen & colored pencils/crayons 4. 3 Ring Binder Any other materials needed will be discussed in the classroom posts.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Scripps College
About Ms. Katie:
I am a professional designer, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Design (Architectural, Interior, Landscape) as well as worked in the building and furnishing industry for over two decades in California and Washington States. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$10
weekly or $120 for all content12 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 14-18
