Architecture Classes in Washington, DC

Interior design projects may involve totally new construction or the renovation, modernization, or refurbishment of an existing facility, space, or room. This course is intended for people who are considering a career in interior design. It provides a broad introduction to the profession and an overview of the education and requisite skills. The emphasis...

This course provides an introduction to parametric modelling with Grasshopper. Build various parametrically responsive systems and explore generative design with grasshopper. Requirements: Basic familiarity with Rhino Course Topics: Grasshopper components and Interface Managing data Essential concepts Creating parametric assemblages Patterning...

This course delivers a concise introduction to rhino and an overview of fundamental skills for creating and editing geometry. It will be a combination of synchronous (face-to-face) and asynchronous (guided independent work) materials, to equal a total of 6 hours.  Requirements: No prior knowledge required. Bring PC laptop with rhino installed...

As a profession, interior design is typically divided into categories with the most obvious distinction being residential and commercial. While most designers work in both areas, many also specialize in one.  This course is a broad overview of commercial design, which includes hospitality, workplace, retail and institutional design. Through lectures,...

In this workshop, Photo Stylist and Set Designer, Robin Del Pino will discuss what it's like to work on a PhotoShoot. Students will learn how a Professional Photo Stylist prepares an interior for a photoshoot, what props to bring, what objects to remove or rearrange, how color and light impacts an image, etc. A variety of published interiors will be...

This course introduces the skills and insights needed to be a successful interior designer and examines why some designs are more successful than others. More than a style-selection course, you will learn what is required to design and build an interior space, gain a general knowledge of how interior designers work, and examine what it takes to move...

How do you take your plans from the drawing board to creating the garden without being overwhelmed by the amount of work? Learn how to develop a shopping list and timeline to phase the work over several seasons. You’ll receive some useful tips on staging the installation of your project, finding and purchasing plants, and working with landscape...

Color is the foundation of an inviting, attractive space. Choosing colors, however, can be a daunting and time-consuming experience.  This course provides you with a straightforward yet personal system for selecting the appropriate colors for your residential project. Using primarily paint colors, learn to compose with neutral undertones, bring...

Learn to create an enjoyable backyard space that is functional and fun. Explore the design and development of dining and entertaining areas (such as decks and patios), children’s play spaces, and outdoor storage and utility areas. Learn how to screen and focus views to create a sense of enclosure for private areas with comfort and security. This...

A successful color scheme will pull together the look and feel of a space. This course goes beyond paint and walks you through effective and unique methods for creating a perfect scheme of colors, patterns, and surfaces. Color relationships and the psychology of color are examined. Using a variety of NYSID supplied paint, fabric, and surface swatches,...

In this interactive course, learn how to assemble a color-coordinated collection of fabrics, rugs and trimmings. Explore natural and man-made fibers and a variety of textile construction from printed fabrics to hand knotted rugs. Experiment with mixing patterns, textures and colors to create a rich interior environment.  Learn how to choose...

Discover how to turn a space that is less than optimal into an inviting oasis. This course provides students with a practical method to assess and improve an existing interior by applying a new color palette. Learn why and how specific colors can affect an environment and create a desired mood.  The relationship between light and color will...

Bathroom design has changed dramatically in recent decades. Bathrooms, especially master bathrooms, have become far more than the simple, utilitarian room they once were. They have evolved from simple, white tiled, sanitized spaces into personal retreats and at-home spas. Designing a bathroom requires planning, good information, and careful thought....

Learn how to add the final touches to a room through the addition of art and accessories. Through the lens of basic design principles such as rhythm and proportion, students will be introduced to the basic principles of how to successfully accessor ies a room.  Explore a variety of product types and learn how to arrange artwork, ceramics...

Plumbing Fixtures & Fittings – From toilets to shower systems: Present types of Plumbing fixtures and fitting required and used in today’s bathrooms, with an emphasis on residential bath applications, some commercial applications will be explored. Examples will be given to illustrate the choices faced when designing a bathroom from functional...