Diploma in Interior Designing Course Online

Diploma in Interior Design Course Insights

Interior Design is an emergent career choice that is steadily progressing in India. By nature of work, Interior designers work in partnership with architects. They assist in planning and strategizing the layout of an establishment, be it a house, an office, or any other commercial complex. Their primary goal is to make the best use of any given space. Interior designers are involved in all aspects related to the ‘aesthetics’, including planning the layout and structure, deciding the colour schemes, choosing appropriate furnishings and decoration of the establishment concerned.

Diploma in Interior Design Course Highlights
- - Live Mentor Connect
  - Idea Exchange Arena
  - Workshops & Masterclasses
  - Clarity Connect
  - Revise & Rise
  - Duration- 1 Year
  - Live Virtual Classes
  - Learn From Industry Experts
  - Learn from 1200+ Recorded Video Lectures
  - 52 Exclusive Downloadable Content / E-Workbooks
  - Live Doubt-clearing Sessions
  - AAFT Alumni Status
  - Placement Assistance
  - E-Certification
What you will learn in Diploma in Interior Design Course
- In this course, you will explore the fundamental concepts of Interior design and examine the work of several notable interior designers.
  
  You will also have a thorough understanding of:
  - Theory of Design
  - Technical Drawings and Computer Applications
  - 3D Studio Max & Vray
  - Color Management
  - Design Styles
  - Photoshop Rendering
  - Interior Landscape
  - Principles of Interior Designing
  - Portfolio Designing
  - History of Interior Design
  - Computer-aided design and drafting (CAD
  - Freehand Drawing & Geometric Construction
  - Estimation Costing
  - Furniture & Furnishings
  - Entrepreneurship Development
Pre- Requisites for Diploma in Interior Design
- Before you start with the course, you must have:
  - Basic knowledge of fine arts and drawing
  - Must demonstrate a passion for design and aesthetics.
  - Knack for creativity
  - An artistic bent of mind
  - Highly communicative to interact and understand client’s needs.

Advantages of Learning Live with AAFT Online

Structured support | Deeper engagement | Better outcomes

Live Personalized Mentor Guidance

Monthly 1:1 mentor session tailored to your level, offering guidance, feedback, and clear direction to help you grow with confidence.

Live Collaborative Idea Exchange

Join guided group discussions that foster idea-sharing, creative thinking, and confident learning through meaningful peer interaction.

Live Workshops & Masterclasses

Attend live, practice-focused workshops and masterclasses that build key skills through deep, engaging, real-world learning without disrupting regular classes.

Live Doubt Resolution Support

Attend monthly live clarity sessions dedicated to resolving doubts related to concepts, assignments, and learning tools, ensuring better understanding and continuous academic progress.

Live Structured Revision & Recap

Benefit from trimester-end revision sessions designed to reinforce key concepts and prepare you for assessments while boosting confidence and improving overall academic performance.

Live Personalized Mentor Guidance

Monthly 1:1 mentor sessions tailored to your level, offering personalized guidance, constructive feedback, and clear direction to help you grow steadily and build confidence throughout your learning journey.

Live Collaborative Idea Exchange

Participate in guided group discussions that encourage idea-sharing, creative thinking, and peer learning, helping you gain new perspectives while building confidence through meaningful and engaging interactions.

Live Workshops & Masterclasses

Attend live, practice-focused workshops and masterclasses designed to build key skills through deep, engaging, and real-world learning experiences without interrupting your regular academic schedule.

Live Doubt Resolution Support

Attend monthly live clarity sessions dedicated to resolving doubts related to concepts, assignments, and learning tools, ensuring better understanding and continuous academic progress.

Live Structured Revision & Recap

Benefit from trimester-end revision sessions designed to reinforce key concepts and prepare you for assessments while boosting confidence and improving overall academic performance.

Industry Dean

Designing Tomorrow:

Ms. Sunita Kohli

Leads the Interior Design Diploma at AAFT as Industry Dean!

Dive into the depths of design ingenuity at AAFT Online, led by the distinguished Ms. Sunita Kohli, crafting a visionary future for interior design education. With an illustrious career spanning decades and adorned with prestigious accolades including the Padma Shri, Ms. Kohli assumes the role of Industry Dean, poised to elevate our Interior Design Diploma program to unprecedented heights.

As Industry Dean, she will serve as a beacon of inspiration, nurturing the next generation of designers and imparting invaluable knowledge garnered from her illustrious career. Embrace the transformative power of Ms. Kohli's leadership as we embark on a journey towards excellence in interior design education.

Industry Dean Speaks
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Interior Design Career Prospects

After completing an Interior design degree, there are plenty of opportunities that aspirants can grab. Some of them are:

Corporate Designers

Design Manager

Interior Decorator

Interior Designer

Visual Merchandiser

Jumpstarting your Interior Designing Career

Embark on an exciting career as an interior designer today and shape the world around you. Our goal has always been to give our students the best platform to recognize their potential. Participate in unique placement drives with well-known creative industry professionals and businesses. Choose the path that empowers you to make the best career choices imaginable.

Career Mapping & Career Counselling

Resume Building & Review Sessions

Soft Skills & Personality Development

Interview Enhancement & Training Sessions

Expert Mentoring

Placement Drive

Get a career jumpstart from AAFT online diploma and certificate courses

Key Projects

Dive into the realm of experiential discovery with our immersive projects in the Interior Design course, crafted to ignite creativity and equip you with the skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of spatial design.

Project 1

Research and draft one Interiordesigner’s Biography.

Project 2

Creating Presentations on Fundamentals of Design

Project 3

Collecting and presenting Human Metrics Data Chart.

Project 4

Detailed Research on Building Materials & Services.

Project 5

Drafting various practice assignments on AutoCAD using various commands.

Project 6

Creating Color Schemes and Palettes.

Project 7

Preparing questionnaires, client brief charts, Tables of Furniture and Space Area Analysis.

Project 8

Interviewing (Hypothetical) clients and collecting data.

Project 9

Working on various drawings involved in design process of a project.

Project 10

Creating Designer Furniture and their working drawings.

Project 11

Completing Detailed Residential Design Project.

Project 12

Incorporating Biophilic Design Approach in Projects.

Project 13

Designing a HotelRoom Project in Detail.

Project 14

Creating Mood Boards and visual presentations for hotel project.

Project 16

Creating a Theme based furniture design style.

Project 17

Creating a Corporate Office or Studio for Professionals, like Chartered Accountants, Architects, Lawyers, Interior Designer’s etc.

Project 18

Working on Exploratory drawings and specifications for office like, Acoustics, Fire Sprinkler & Smoke Detectors, Wire Looping, Data Points, UPS & ServerRooms.

Project 19

Developing of 3D Views and walkthroughs for Office Project.

Project 20

Developing BOQ’s for any one corporate project, hotel or office.

Project 21

Create Digital Portfolio .

Certification

Upon successful completion of the program, learners will be awarded

NSDC Certificate

Co-branded by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Skill India, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, This certificate aligns your training with national standards and boosts employability.

CII Certificate

Awarded by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), this certification validates your skills and aligns you with recognized industry standards, boosting your career credibility.

NSDC Certificate

CII Certificate

Awarded by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), this certification validates your skills and aligns you with recognized industry standards, boosting your career credibility.

How it works

Fill up application form

Apply for the online Interior Design course by filling in a simple online application form.

Interview Process

If the application is shortlisted, go through a screening call with the Admission Director's office.

Join the program

An offer letter would be rolled out to the selected few candidates for the online Interior design course. Secure your seat by paying the admission fee.

Application Deadline: 16^th Apr'26

Our Admissions will close once the requisite number of learners enroll for the upcoming batch. Apply early to secure your seat.

Apply Now

Batch Commencement Date: 18^th Apr'26

Diploma in Interior Design Course Synopis

Pick up the most required fundamentals to enter the industry of Interior Design:

Course Orientation

2 Lectures

04:00 Hours
- Let's Begin
  
  Course Induction
  
  Know Your Platform
  
  Faculty Introduction
  
  Introduction to communication
Module I - Interior Design Profession

9 Lectures

15:00 Hours
- Elucidation of Design
  
  Overview of Interior Design Profession
  
  Biographies and Key Players
  
  Role & Strengths of an Interior Designer
  
  Interior Design Specialty
  
  Skills of an Interior Designer
Module II - Interior Design Fundamentals

12 Lectures

17:00 Hours
- Elements of Design
  
  Principles of Design
  
  Anthropometrics
  
  Ergonomics
Module III - Architectural Representation of Drawings

11 Lectures

19:00 Hours
- Basics of Unit Measurements
  
  Technical Drawings & Drafting Techniques
  
  Drafting Standards
Module IV - AutoCAD - I (Basics)

10 Lectures

21:00 Hours
- User Interface
  
  Screen Components
  
  Invoking of Tools
  
  Formatting and Drawing Aids
  
  Draw, Modify, and Edit commands
  
  Creating Texts and Blocks
Module V - Furniture Design – 1

14 Lectures

23:00 Hours
- Basics of Furniture Design
  
  Standard Furniture
  
  Ergonomic factors of Furniture
  
  Furniture drafting in CAD
Module VI - Color Management

11 Lectures

23:00 Hours
- Color Theory
  
  Color Wheel
  
  Color Schemes
  
  Color Psychology
  
  3D Structure of Color
Module VII - Space Planning - 1

10 Lectures

27:00 Hours
- Basics of Space Planning
  
  Synthesis Gap - the extreme process
  
  Functional Aspects of Space Planning in a Residence
  
  Zones
  
  Various Room Planning
Module VIII - Building Materials

8 Lectures

22:00 Hours
- Various Building Materials
  
  Material Symbols
Module IX - Building Construction

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Building Delivery Process
  
  Building Structure
  
  Foundations
  
  Building Protection
  
  External & Internal Parts of a building
Module X - Lighting in Interiors

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Concept of lighting
  
  Types of lighting
  
  Lighting fixtures and fittings
  
  Measurement and calculation of lighting in interiors
Module XI - AutoCAD – II (Advanced)

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Editing objects at an advanced level
  
  Measurements in drawings
  
  Creating Views
  
  Advanced Tools
  
  Transfer and share drawings
  
  Plotting of Drawings
Module XII - Furniture Design -2

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Detailing of Furniture
  
  Furniture Joinery
  
  Furniture Systems
  
  Material Selection
Module XIII - Building Services – 1

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Water Supply System
  
  Storage Tank System
  
  Drainage System
Module XIV -Space Planning - 2

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Design Process
  
  Various Planning Stages
  
  Planning Constraints
  
  Spatial Awareness – exploratory drawings
Module XV - Design Project -2

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Large Residential Project – Hypothetical Clients + Themes/Styles, Biophilic Design
Module XVI - Surface Materials & Textures

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Surface Finishes
  
  Textured Surfaces
  
  Selection Process
Module XVII - Furnishing and Accessories

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Concept of Furnishing
  
  Fabric
  
  Upholstery
  
  Window Treatments
  
  Soft Coverings
  
  Accessories, artwork, etc.
Module XVIII - Colors Therapy (Lighting & environment)

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Integrating light & architecture
  
  Color therapy
  
  Light & glare control
Module XIX - Presentation Techniques

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Creating Palettes
  
  Scale Models
Module XX - Building Services – 2

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Electricals
  
  HVAC
  
  Acoustics
Module XXI - Project Development

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Technical Plans
  
  RCP
Module XXI - Design Project - 3

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Design Stages for corporate or hospitality projects
  
  Hotel room & en-suite Bathroom project
Module XXII - 3Ds MAX - 1 (Basics)

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Design Interface
  
  Basic modeling techniques
  
  Material editor
  
  Importing & Exporting
Module XXIII - Sustainability & Ethics

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
Module XXIV -Estimation & Costing

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Estimates & Specifications
  
  BOQ’s
  
  Tenders & Contracts
  
  Concept of Bids
Module XXV - Vastu-shastra in Interiors

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Origin & Aspects
  
  Principles & Directions
  
  Residential Vastu
Module XXVI - 3Ds Max - 2 (Advanced)

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- Mapping & Scaling
  
  Lighting & Rendering
  
  Cameras
  
  Animation
  
  Vray Plugin
Module XXVI - Design Project – 4

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
- One small Corporate Office project - based on Hypothetical Clients
Module XXVII - Interio-prenuership – concept, creating your personal brand, Attracting Clients and projects, bidding, etc.

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
Module XXVIII - Design Management

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours
Module XXIX -Client Communication and Portfolio Development

8 Lectures

18:00 Hours

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Know our Interior Designing Experts

The Experts at AAFT Online bring a blend of professional experience and academic expertise to provide you with the right skills to become a market-ready professional.

Nidhi K. Dureja

Associate Dean- Interior Design and Technology

Nidhi Dureja is an Interior Designer, Educationist, and a PHD Scholar with an MBA in Design Management specializing in Real Estate. She has 17 years of hands-on experience in architecture, planning & Design Industry, skilled in AutoCAD, Interior Architecture, and Residential & Corporate Designing.

Ms. Payal Kapoor

Professor

Ms.Payal Kapoor is an interior Designer of an international Repute and a member of the Association of designers whose work has been featured in numerous publications and TV shows in India and abroad. Ms.Payal Kapoor is a columnist for Hindustan Times, Pioneer Newspaper...

Ms. Tapasya Samal

Professor

Tapasya Samal is an architect (IP University, Delhi) with an MSc in Conservation of Historic Buildings (University of Bath, England). She has engaged with many project teams consulting as a heritage conservation professional, occupied with documentation and adaption or restoration...

Tamanna Pawar

Founder Director and Principal Architect

Ar. Tamanna Pawar is the Founder Director and Principal Architect of Studio Akropolis Pvt Ltd. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and a Master's Degree in Design. She has worked under the guidance of eminent architects at the beginning of her career and has been a part of the Design Process of many big projects like NAU SENA Bhawan, AWHO Housing, Sleepwell Corporate House, Fitness First, etc.

Nupur Raheja

Professor

Nupur Raheja, the founder and lead designer at NuRah Designs, brings over 8 years of experience in designing residential interiors. She specializes in crafting spaces that are both functional and visually appealing.

Shweta Kochhar

INTERIOR DESIGNER

An Interior Designer with over two decades of experience, she has redefined residential interiors through innovative space planning and sustainable design. Her work seamlessly blends functionality with aesthetics, turning client visions into refined, contemporary spaces. Having served in leadership roles as Manager Designs and Senior Designer, and as a jury member at the 2018 and 2019 ACE Tech Exhibitions, she continues to inspire young designers to innovate and strive for excellence.

Diploma in Interior Design Course Fees

INR 1,60,000 /-

No Cost EMI's available

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Diploma in Interior Design Course FAQs

Q1. What is the duration of the course?
- The Interior Design diploma course at AAFT Online spans one year, equipping candidates to collaborate with architects and contribute to the strategic layout planning of various establishments
  
  For more information about the course, you can download our brochure or visit AAFT Online.
Q2. Can we pursue the course after 12th?
- After passing your 12th grade, you can certainly pursue a diploma in interior design. However, at AAFT Online, regardless of educational background, every candidate is provided an equal opportunity to learn and improve their skills.
  
  To get a more detailed understanding of the course you can visit AAFT Online.
Q3. What is the qualification required for course?
- There is no specific educational qualification required for interior design diploma courses, a little knowledge of Interior Design will help you understand the concepts more conveniently. AAFT Online encourages the student’s passion to learn any specialization and provides learning irrespective of their qualifications. However, to pursue a diploma in fashion design course with AAFT Online, a candidate should satisfy the pre-requisites mentioned below
  
  1. Basic knowledge of fine arts and drawing.
  2. Must demonstrate a passion for design and aesthetics.
  3. A Knack for creativity.
  4. An artistic bent of mind.
  5. Highly communicative to interact and understand client’s needs.
  
  For more information you can contact us via email or phone, the contact details are mentioned below:
  
  Email – admissions@aaftonline.com
  
  Contact - 08071576807
Q4. What is the starting salary for an interior designer?
- The starting salary of an interior designer in India ranges between Rs 3 lakh to Rs 4 lakh per annum. There are several career prospects that interior design students can think to pursue after they have completed their course.
  
  A diploma in interior design from AAFT Online will open doors for various career prospects mentioned below:
  
  1. Corporate Designer
  2. Design Manager
  3. Interior Decorator
  4. Interior Designer
  5. Visual Merchandiser
  
  For more course-related information, you can download our brochure or visit AAFT Online.

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