The Art Institute of Pittsburgh offers a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design. Courses include computer-aided drafting, space planning, 3-D design, and history of design and architecture. In this degree program, students will learn home design, but also other types of interior design such as exhibit design, retail store design, corporate design and hospitality design. The program offers a strong foundation in art and design, and teaches students how to balance the client's need for practicality with aesthetically pleasing interior design. Students learn different methods of displaying their creativity using a variety of visual media forms.
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
420 Boulevard of the Allies
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
888-233-6170
artinstitute-pittsburgh.com
Westwood offers career-focused education in which students can earn either an associate online degree or a bachelor's degree. Students are immersed in courses that relate to the field from the first term. Westwood focuses on office, home and commercial design. Courses are both technical and creative, with additional administrative learning. Space planning, interior construction, detail and safety and building codes are included in the interior design course work. Interior design courses can be taken at home by attending the online campus. Majors in the interior design field include furniture design, set design, and commercial and residential interior design.
Westwood College
8390 LBJ Freeway
Suite 100.
Dallas, TX 75243
800-281-2978
westwood.edu
The Academy of Art University works with students in the art and design fields. They offer associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs in interior design. Students that choose this field become interior design artists, and can specialize in areas such as commercial design, furniture design or interior design. Focus is placed on software technology as well as artistic ability.
Academy of Art University
79 New Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94105-3410
415-274-2200
academyart.edu