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Interior Design at Weber State prepares students to enter the design-build profession having knowledge of codes-based commercial environments, design theory, design process and advanced technical skills. Students gain knowledge in contract, hospitality, healthcare, lighting, residential and kitchen and bath design.

Many courses within the Interior Design program curriculum incorporate service learning opportunities. Faculty and students work with community partners on actual design-build projects to combine curriculum with service throughout the year locally and abroad. Service opportunities vary from conceptual design to hands-on design-build projects to support the community partner mission.

The Program of Interior Design offers the opportunity to explore different parts of the U.S. and the world. Earn college credit while you experience new cultures, admire stunning architecture and find inspiration in some of the world’s greatest cities. Trips are offered each spring, led by the interior design program faculty. During even years, travel within the continental U.S. During odd years, trips are international.

What You’ll LEARN at Weber

The interior design program features online and live lecture courses. It is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accredited and is endorsed by the National Kitchen and Bath Association. Courses cover:

• Revit, CAD, 3DS Max, Twinmotion
• Design history and theory
• Building codes
• Evidence-based design
• Professional practice and sales
• Service learning and practical experience
• Space planning and material specifications

Program Learning Outcomes

• Design theory and evidence based design. Students are exposed to or will apply theory and research to design projects and problem solving.
• Professional Practice, Presentation and Sales Techniques. Students will be exposed to ethics in professional practice and will utilize professional verbal and visual selling techniques to present interior design concepts.
• Design Process, Construction Drawings and Technical Skills. Students apply the 5-phase design process and utiliize technical skills in producing working construction drawings as part of course projects.
• Health, Safety and Welfare, Sustainability, Accessibility. Students will produce design solutions that are sustainable, protect health, safety and welfare, and provide accessibility to all occupants. Student work will feature specification of sustainable products and materials and concepts that adhere to standards, codes and ethical building practices.
• Culture, Diversity, Historical Precedent. Students will be exposed to or will illustrate diversity through various design concepts that address diverse familial groups and cultures as well as historical precedent.