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COURSE LENGTH
Reading time: 1hr (plus attachments)
COST  
$50 (inc. GST)

What you get

A. COURSE

Concise, easy to understand, written format full of explanatory images, diagrams and helpful links.

B. SUPPORTING ATTACHMENTS

Example Drawings: A curated range of examples prepared at 1:20 scale, detailing critical features, dimensions, and set-out information.

  • Interior Drawings – Kitchen
  • Interior Drawings – Bathrooms
  • Interior Drawings – Laundry

Material Selection Guidelines & Template Schedules: Material and product options, including standard vs. eco-friendly alternatives, cost guides, and technical design tips.

  • Doors and Handles – Options
  • Interior Materials – Options
  • Plumbing – Selection Guidelines and Australian Made Suppliers
  • Appliances – Selection Guidelines
  • Interior Materials Schedule – Template
  • Paint and Clear Finishes – Options
  • Paint Colours and Finishes Schedule – Template
AACA
Performance Criteria for Graduates

This course addresses the following Performance Criteria from the 2021 National Standard of Competency for Architects:

PC25 History and Theory of Architecture Be able to draw on knowledge from the history and theory of architecture as part of preliminary design research and when developing the conceptual design.
PC33 Be able to investigate, coordinate and integrate sustainable environmental systems – including water, thermal, lighting and acoustics – into the conceptual design.
PC39 Material Selections / Structural and Construction Systems Understand how the integration of material selection, structural and construction systems impacts on design outcomes.
PC45 Quality and Performance Standards Understand processes for selecting materials, finishes, fittings, components and systems, based on consideration of quality and performance standards, the impact on Country and the environment, and the whole life carbon impact of the project.
PC46 Project Documentation Understand the processes for producing project documentation that meets the requirements of the contract and procurement procedure and complies with regulatory controls, building standards, codes, and conditions of construction and planning approvals.

Introduction

Interior design is far more than selecting products and finishes; it is the art of refining how a space is experienced at a detailed, human scale to ensure it brings joy and ease to everyday living.

This course teaches you how to capture your interior vision and deliver a home that functions intuitively. You will learn the professional design strategies and workflow required to get exactly what you want built, validating your spend and avoiding the disappointment of a home that doesn’t quite meet the brief.

We ground every decision—from layouts to material selections—in environmental health, cost-efficiency, and technical precision.

Key Learning Objectives

The goal is to bridge the gap between your intent and the final build. By the end of this course, you will have moved beyond “ideas” to produce a professional interiors documentation package—the essential drawings and schedules required for accurate pricing and a smooth construction process.

You will learn how to:

  • Apply Architectural Logic: Use professional strategies to create attractive, high-functioning interior layouts.
  • Document for Construction: Move from “ideas” to a professional package of drawings and schedules that builders and trades need to get the job done right.
  • Prioritize Health & Planet: Navigate materials with a focus on durability, sustainability, and non-toxic indoor air quality.
  • Source Smarter: Identify high-quality materials using a framework that protects your budget without compromising design integrity.

COURSE CONTENT

STEP A: DESIGN

  • 1. Interior Design Process The ‘why’ behind great rooms and how professionals make it happen
  • 2. Design: Kitchens, Bathrooms and Laundry Designing the “wet areas” and creating the essential drawings required to communicate your requirements to trades.

STEP B: SELECTION

  • 3. Selection Strategy The logistics of how and when to choose materials to prevent project delays.
  • 4. Doors and handles:Selecting internal doors and hardware, including professional scheduling advice.
  • 5. Interior Materials & Products: Navigating options for floors, walls, and ceilings focusing on durability, low-toxicity, and price brackets.
  • 6. Interior Paint and finishes: Professional advice on selecting paints and timber finishes, including expert colour advice.
  • 7. Lighting and electrical: How to prepare a functional lighting plan and energy-efficient ideas to discuss with your electrician.
  • 8. Conclusion: Consolidating key principles

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