LIVE ONLINE COURSE
9 JAN 2024 - 22 FEB 2024
Duration:
7 WEEKS
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
5 PM PST / 8 PM EST
Befriend the environment with sustainable principles. Learn how to minimize waste, integrate biophilic design, and create versatile spaces.
Perkins&Willâs Associate Principal, Tina Giorgadze, and NBBJâs Lead Designer, Nick McDaniel are teaming up to teach modern strategies to navigate projects and your career path.
THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU, IF...
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YOUâRE AN ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS INTERIOR DESIGNER
Certain materials can impact your credibility and the environment. Learn how to select renewable materials, manage energy consumption, and meet regulatory requirements.
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YOUâRE AN ARCHITECT WANTING TO EXCEED CLIENT EXPECTATIONS
Clients want sustainable designs. Practice strategizing solutions that align with their values and environmental concerns â position yourself as the âgo-to green architectâ.
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YOUâRE A SPACE PLANNER LEARNING GREEN DESIGN PRINCIPLES
Embody the principles behind consciously crafted interiors. Practice balancing thermal comfort, resources, and water consumption to advocate for ethics.
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YOUâRE A DESIGNER WITH ENTRY-LEVEL SUSTAINABLE KNOWLEDGE
Understand where low-impact furnishing starts. Explore the manufacturing process, better lighting alternatives, and eco-friendly products.
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YOU WANT TO BROADEN YOUR EXPERTISE AS A SUSTAINABILITY CONSULTANT
Need to learn more about interior design? Turn guesses into guarantees as you optimize resources that harmonize with nature and guide clients through legal & environmental concerns.
#SaveThePlanet needs to be more than a hashtag. We spend about 90% of our lives indoors, and by 2050 we will have damaged 90% of the earthâs surface.
Tapping into alternative water sources and minimizing water waste can make a difference. Especially since we waste 1.7 trillion gallons of water yearly.
Learn how to make informed decisions with eco-friendly visions. Manage projects that enhance indoor air quality, repurpose materials, and conserve energy.
Why learn online? eLearning produces 85% fewer CO2 emissions per student than conventional classes.
Enjoy 1:1 sessions with your instructors, active group chats with peers, and customized feedback.
Plus, students who excel may get recommendation letters, job references, and LinkedIn skill endorsements!
Explore opportunities to repurpose, recycle, and reshape the way you transform indoor environments. Consider guidelines for material sourcing and meet design standards.
Put your eco-knowledge to the test. Create a biophilic design proposal, upcycle furniture, define water management plans, and retrofit existing designs.
Practice planet-friendly performance by being the brains behind design strategies. Transform spaces for better utilization and optimization.
GIORGADZE LinkedIn Profile
- Associate Principal, Perkins&Will
- Over 20 years of experience as a designer focused on architecture, interiors, and project management
- Established herself as a healthcare-focused design professional in L.A, advocating for patients & creating healing environments
- Performs the roles of an interior designer & medical planner while promoting research-based practices
- Led notable projects like Shanghai Jiahui International Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Watts Health & Learning Pavilion, and Providence Swedish Hospital First Hill North Tower
MCDANIEL LinkedIn Profile
- Sr. Associate Lead Designer, NBBJ
- Over 20 years of architectural experience
- Demonstrates sustainability priorities through a wide range of structures from libraries to student housing
- Specializes in improving public spaces such as urban plazas, transportation stations, and university teaching labs
- Led notable projects like Microsoft Commute Electric Vehicle Facility (currently), Yale North Campus, Amazon Bellevue 600 Tower, University of Alaska (Fairbanks Engineering School)
COURSE INTRODUCTION
MODULE 1
Strategy, Standards & Regulations
Let's kick off by exploring the essence of sustainable interior design, delving into its principles, processes, and rating systems. Get ready to discover innovative design strategies that harmonize with environmental, social, and economic values.
- Sustainable interior design process
- Pillars of sustainable interior design
- LEED rating system
- WELL & ILFI
- Sustainable interior design strategy
Toolkit: Sustainable Interior Design Strategy Template
Portfolio Project A - Assignment #1: Sustainable Interior Design Strategy
In our second class, you will learn to navigate regulations and infuse sustainable design seamlessly into interior projects so that by the end, you can craft spaces that meet the highest sustainability standards with ease.
- Sustainable design standards & regulations
- Compliance in sustainable interior design
- Regulatory bodies & sustainable audits
- Workshop: Transforming projects to meet sustainable design standards & regulations
Portfolio Project A - Assignment #2: Retrofitting Projects for Sustainability
MODULE 2
Nature, Space Utilization & Materials
Cultivate the expertise to seamlessly infuse interior spaces with nature-inspired design, promoting well-being and aesthetic harmony for a more holistic and eco-conscious living experience.
- Elements of biophilic design
- Relationship between nature, well-being & sustainability in interior spaces
- Incorporating & implementing biophilic design strategies
- Strategies for educating clients on biophilic design
- Case study
Toolkit: Biophilic Design Proposal
Portfolio Project B - Assignment #3: Biophilic Design Proposal
Class four is all about crafting adaptable interior spaces. Discover how to optimize functionality while staying aligned with evolving occupant needs and environmental sustainability.
- Space utilization and optimization
- Adaptable & modular furniture and systems
- Principles of universal design and accessibility
- Aligning sustainable strategy with space planning
- Planning strategies for energy use reduction
- Demo: Transforming spaces for utilization and optimization
Portfolio Project B - Assignment #4: Transforming Spaces for Utilization and Optimization
Let's explore the world of eco-conscious material choices. Learn how to prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility to create healthier, more environmentally friendly interior environments.
- What makes a material sustainable?
- Environmental product declaration
- Responsible & sustainable material sourcing
- Non-toxic & non-polluting materials and products
- Case study
- Workshop: Guidelines for sustainable material sourcing
Portfolio Project B - Assignment #5: Sustainable Materials
Learn how to implement resource-efficient strategies, minimize waste, and contribute to a circular economy. Join us in promoting both mindfulness and creativity in the industry!
- 5Rs of sustainable interior design
- Strategies for minimizing waste & resource consumption
- Identify recycling & upcycling opportunities for interior materials
- End-of-life options for furnishings & materials
- Workshop: Designing furniture & fittings using recycled or repurposed materials
Portfolio Project B - Assignment #6: Upcycled Furniture
MODULE 3
Sustainable Practices
In class seven, youâll acquire skills to design water-efficient interiors and promote responsible water management, contributing to resilient built spaces with nature in mind.
- Water consumption & conservation in interior space
- Water-saving fixtures & appliances
- Rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling systems
- Integrating water consumption into the design cycle
- Demo: Working with water management plans
Portfolio Project C - Assignment #7: Water Management Analysis
Class eight is all about infusing energy-efficient strategies into interior design. Learn to create eco-friendly spaces that prioritize your clientâs well-being.
- Energy efficiency & thermal comfort in interior spaces
- Sustainable materials for energy efficiency & thermal comfort
- HVAC system optimization for energy conservation
- Smart controls for energy optimization
- Case study
Portfolio Project C - Assignment #8: Energy Efficiency & Thermal Comfort Analysis
In class nine, youâll learn about creating interior spaces that prioritize air quality, lighting, acoustics, and overall well-being. We're focusing on comfort and health for occupants first and foremost.
- Sustainable design for indoor environmental quality
- Natural lighting & acoustics
- Sources & minimizing indoor air pollutants
- Workshop: Transforming interior space to improve indoor environment
Portfolio Project C - Assignment #9: Indoor Environment & Air Quality Analysis
Acquire the skills to excel in client relations, drive successful collaborations, and effectively oversee projects with a sustainability mindset.
- Client acquisition, collaboration & management
- Client acquisition strategies
- Collaboration & techniques for fostering collaborative relationships
- Project management for sustainable interior design
- Demo: Project management for interior design cycle
Toolkit: Project Management Plan for Interior Designers Template
MODULE 4
Ethics, Social Responsibility & Advocacy
Gain insights into seamlessly weaving ethical principles, social consciousness, and certifications into your design process. It's all about fostering responsible and socially aware solutions.
- Fair trade & ethical sourcing
- Social impact & awareness
- Sustainability certifications for interior design & regulatory bodies
- Criteria and requirements for achieving certification
- Advocates for sustainable interior design & change
- Guest speaker: Ethics & social responsibility in sustainable interior design
Embrace industry shifts with confidence and effectively demonstrate your expertise to make impactful contributions.
- Emerging trends and technologies
- Future of sustainable interior design
- Portfolio guidance
- Resume & interview skills
Assignment #10: Sustainable Interior Design Portfolio
Get ready to present and discuss your course projects, showcasing your newfound expertise and knowledge.
- Project discussion
- Project showcase
Join us for an engaging course conclusion where we'll highlight your journey and project achievements. We'll also dive into a comprehensive review of key course topics.
- Course wrap-up
- Project showcase
What our students say
"The group activities, they allow us to interact and exchange ideas, plus the way it is structured is challenging and mind twisting as we collaborate in different parts of the ideation."
"Overall I'm impressed with the level of detail and explanation around particular topics and subjects. There's a real depth to each module which for learning allows the information to stay in your brain."
"I really enjoy the format of the course. Lectures with real life examples and an ongoing case study. Also built in 20 minutes at the end of each class for questions is helpful."
"I enjoyed the structure of the class. I like how we learned about a topic and practiced it in the workshops. Itâs helped me to apply what I learned!"