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Interior Design
(T178)
Program Details
- Program Code: T178
- Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma
- Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Starting Months: January, September
- Domestic Tuition: $4,288.00 *
- International Tuition: $17,820.00 **
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2023 | Closed | Closed |
| Winter 2024 | Closed | Closed |
| Spring 2024 | Not Available | Not Available |
- Work-Integrated Learning:
Co-op is available in 3rd year through a divisional selection process.
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Program Overview
A design isn’t finished until someone is using it. Interior Design is a three-year program that prepares you to be a valuable member of the design team for interior additions and renovations, leasehold improvements and new construction. There is an opportunity to be part of the competitive co-op program in the third year. Students prepare for a career as an interior design technologist, someone who contributes to the technical design of building interiors by developing 2D and 3D presentation and construction drawings incorporating a knowledge of building code, sustainability, accessibility, lighting, textiles, furniture, colour and ergonomics.
Full Description
The three-year Interior Design advanced diploma program prepares you to be an Interior Design Technologist. You will be a valuable member of the design team for building retrofits, renovations and new construction, contributing to the technical design of building interiors by design development of plans, elevations, renderings and 3D models.
Learning in state-of-the-art interior design studios with the most up-to-date equipment and software, you will develop a thorough knowledge of interior design and technical design skills.
Through the application of interior design theory, you will learn how to effectively communicate the applied and technical principles of interior design. As a graduate, your area of specialization might include, but is not limited to, the following:
- bathroom and kitchen design/build
- commercial, retail or manufacturing technical sales
- fitments, colour or texture finishes selection and consultations
- 2D and 3D computer drawing, design, rendering and modelling
- sustainable interior design practices for commercial, retail and residential
Note: If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into semester 3 in the fall.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH1005 | Architectural Technology & Studio I |
| ARCH1014 | Canadian Industry Practices |
| ARCH1048 | Structural Systems I |
| ARCH1050 | Visual Communications I |
| ARCH1060 | Design Fundamentals |
| CADE1012 | CAD Essentials 1 |
| COMM2000 | Communicating Across Contexts |
| MATH1139 | Mathematics for Arch/IDT 1 |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH1006 | Architectural Technology & Studio II |
| ARCH1013 | Building Code and Regulations I |
| ARCH1070 | Materials, Methods & Components I |
| ARCH1109 | Building Systems – Mechanical and Electrical |
| ARCH1164 | Fundamentals of Building Science |
| CADE1014 | CAD Essentials 2 |
| MATH1149 | Mathematics for Arch/IDT 2 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH2009 | Practice Management |
| CADE2032 | Digital Practices for Interiors 1 |
| COMM1113 | Professional Communications for Building Technologies |
| DSGN1103 | History of Western Design |
| DSGN2001 | Interior Design Practices 1 |
| DSGN2006 | Building Code for Interior Design |
| DSGN2007 | Interior Design Studio 1 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH2033 | Visual Communications II |
| CADE2042 | Digital Practices for Interior Design 2 |
| DSGN2011 | Interior Design Practices 2 |
| DSGN2012 | Lighting and Acoustics |
| DSGN2015 | Working Drawings & Materials 1 |
| DSGN2017 | Interior Design Studio 2 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 5
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH3012 | Concentrations in Computational Design I |
| CADE3042 | Digital Practices For Interior 3 |
| DSGN3001 | Interior Design Practices 3 |
| DSGN3009 | New Technologies in Interior Design |
| DSGN3017 | Interior Design Studio 3 |
| DSGN3024 | Marketing Skills and Techniques |
| DSGN3025 | Working Drawings and Materials 2 |
Semester 6
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH3018 | Specifications and Documentation |
| ARCH3026 | Sustainable Rating Systems |
| ARCH3032 | Concentrations in Computational Design 2 |
| CADE3052 | Digital Practices for Interiors 4 |
| DSGN3027 | Interior Design Studio 4 |
| DSGN3030 | Residential Design and Budgeting |
Course Outline URL
We have articulation agreements with Yorkville University (Toronto) and Lawrence Technological University (Detroit.)
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Adhere to building and accessibility codes, regulations, standards and practices that protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Produce accurate construction and detailed drawings with accompanying specifications to fully convey the design proposal.
- Employ principles of sustainability in the specification of new and conventional materials, equipment and technologies to create objects, interiors and assemblies.
- Develop design solutions considering the use of space, the physical environment, accessibility needs, and preferences to meet client needs.
- Employ the principles and elements of design, and the relationship between form and function to create the design solution.
- Communicate design ideas, concepts and trends for various projects, reflecting the use of theory and contemporary practice in the design solution.
- Develop plans for design objects and space using appropriate volumetric manipulation conventions and technologies to create design solutions.
- Effectively manage time, budgets and workloads to achieve the desired design solution.
- Employ business ethics and professional practices in all design work for establishing and maintaining organizational and practitioner reputation.
- Employ verbal, written, visual and digital communication skills to formally present well-articulated design proposals and solutions to a client, and/or other involved parties.
- Employ professional communication practices in interaction, negotiation and collaboration with coworkers, consultants, contractors, clients, end-users and others.
- Evaluate designs on the basis of concept, appropriateness, effectiveness, sustainability, codes and regulations, accessibility, user experience, and cost for the development of design solutions that will meet client needs.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
$4,288.00 *
International Tuition
$17,820.00 **
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in the Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall of 2023 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2023. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- grade 12 English (C or U)
- grade 11 math (M or U) or grade 12 (C or U)
** Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English and math, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and math.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown Polytechnic Online Application System.
Contact Us
School of Architectural Studies
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4365
Email: architecturalstudies@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., room D303
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
Do you have questions about this program or your career options? Join us for an on-campus information session. You'll have the opportunity to meet our friendly instructors and staff, ask questions and experience what it's like to be in a George Brown College classroom.
Program Description
Program Overview
A design isn’t finished until someone is using it. Interior Design is a three-year program that prepares you to be a valuable member of the design team for interior additions and renovations, leasehold improvements and new construction. There is an opportunity to be part of the competitive co-op program in the third year. Students prepare for a career as an interior design technologist, someone who contributes to the technical design of building interiors by developing 2D and 3D presentation and construction drawings incorporating a knowledge of building code, sustainability, accessibility, lighting, textiles, furniture, colour and ergonomics.
Full Description
The three-year Interior Design advanced diploma program prepares you to be an Interior Design Technologist. You will be a valuable member of the design team for building retrofits, renovations and new construction, contributing to the technical design of building interiors by design development of plans, elevations, renderings and 3D models.
Learning in state-of-the-art interior design studios with the most up-to-date equipment and software, you will develop a thorough knowledge of interior design and technical design skills.
Through the application of interior design theory, you will learn how to effectively communicate the applied and technical principles of interior design. As a graduate, your area of specialization might include, but is not limited to, the following:
- bathroom and kitchen design/build
- commercial, retail or manufacturing technical sales
- fitments, colour or texture finishes selection and consultations
- 2D and 3D computer drawing, design, rendering and modelling
- sustainable interior design practices for commercial, retail and residential
Note: If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into semester 3 in the fall.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH1005 | Architectural Technology & Studio I |
| ARCH1014 | Canadian Industry Practices |
| ARCH1048 | Structural Systems I |
| ARCH1050 | Visual Communications I |
| ARCH1060 | Design Fundamentals |
| CADE1012 | CAD Essentials 1 |
| COMM2000 | Communicating Across Contexts |
| MATH1139 | Mathematics for Arch/IDT 1 |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH1006 | Architectural Technology & Studio II |
| ARCH1013 | Building Code and Regulations I |
| ARCH1070 | Materials, Methods & Components I |
| ARCH1109 | Building Systems – Mechanical and Electrical |
| ARCH1164 | Fundamentals of Building Science |
| CADE1014 | CAD Essentials 2 |
| MATH1149 | Mathematics for Arch/IDT 2 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH2009 | Practice Management |
| CADE2032 | Digital Practices for Interiors 1 |
| COMM1113 | Professional Communications for Building Technologies |
| DSGN1103 | History of Western Design |
| DSGN2001 | Interior Design Practices 1 |
| DSGN2006 | Building Code for Interior Design |
| DSGN2007 | Interior Design Studio 1 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH2033 | Visual Communications II |
| CADE2042 | Digital Practices for Interior Design 2 |
| DSGN2011 | Interior Design Practices 2 |
| DSGN2012 | Lighting and Acoustics |
| DSGN2015 | Working Drawings & Materials 1 |
| DSGN2017 | Interior Design Studio 2 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 5
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH3012 | Concentrations in Computational Design I |
| CADE3042 | Digital Practices For Interior 3 |
| DSGN3001 | Interior Design Practices 3 |
| DSGN3009 | New Technologies in Interior Design |
| DSGN3017 | Interior Design Studio 3 |
| DSGN3024 | Marketing Skills and Techniques |
| DSGN3025 | Working Drawings and Materials 2 |
Semester 6
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH3018 | Specifications and Documentation |
| ARCH3026 | Sustainable Rating Systems |
| ARCH3032 | Concentrations in Computational Design 2 |
| CADE3052 | Digital Practices for Interiors 4 |
| DSGN3027 | Interior Design Studio 4 |
| DSGN3030 | Residential Design and Budgeting |
Course Outline URL
We have articulation agreements with Yorkville University (Toronto) and Lawrence Technological University (Detroit.)
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
$4,288.00 *
International Tuition
$17,820.00 **
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in the Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall of 2023 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2023. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- grade 12 English (C or U)
- grade 11 math (M or U) or grade 12 (C or U)
** Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English and math, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and math.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown Polytechnic Online Application System.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Adhere to building and accessibility codes, regulations, standards and practices that protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Produce accurate construction and detailed drawings with accompanying specifications to fully convey the design proposal.
- Employ principles of sustainability in the specification of new and conventional materials, equipment and technologies to create objects, interiors and assemblies.
- Develop design solutions considering the use of space, the physical environment, accessibility needs, and preferences to meet client needs.
- Employ the principles and elements of design, and the relationship between form and function to create the design solution.
- Communicate design ideas, concepts and trends for various projects, reflecting the use of theory and contemporary practice in the design solution.
- Develop plans for design objects and space using appropriate volumetric manipulation conventions and technologies to create design solutions.
- Effectively manage time, budgets and workloads to achieve the desired design solution.
- Employ business ethics and professional practices in all design work for establishing and maintaining organizational and practitioner reputation.
- Employ verbal, written, visual and digital communication skills to formally present well-articulated design proposals and solutions to a client, and/or other involved parties.
- Employ professional communication practices in interaction, negotiation and collaboration with coworkers, consultants, contractors, clients, end-users and others.
- Evaluate designs on the basis of concept, appropriateness, effectiveness, sustainability, codes and regulations, accessibility, user experience, and cost for the development of design solutions that will meet client needs.
Contact Us
School of Architectural Studies
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4365
Email: architecturalstudies@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., room D303
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
Do you have questions about this program or your career options? Join us for an on-campus information session. You'll have the opportunity to meet our friendly instructors and staff, ask questions and experience what it's like to be in a George Brown College classroom.
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Interior Design
(T178)
Program Details
- Program Code: T178
- Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma
- Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Starting Months: January, September
- Domestic Tuition: $4,209.00 *
- International Tuition: $17,241.00 **
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2022 | Closed | Closed |
| Winter 2023 | Closed | Closed |
| Spring 2023 | Not Available | Not Available |
- Work-Integrated Learning:
Co-op is available in 3rd year through a divisional selection process.
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Program Overview
A design isn’t finished until someone is using it. Interior Design is a three-year program that prepares you to be a valuable member of the design team for interior additions and renovations, leasehold improvements and new construction. There is an opportunity to be part of the competitive co-op program in the third year. Students prepare for a career as an interior design technologist, someone who contributes to the technical design of building interiors by developing 2D and 3D presentation and construction drawings incorporating a knowledge of building code, sustainability, accessibility, lighting, textiles, furniture, colour and ergonomics.
Full Description
The three-year Interior Design advanced diploma program prepares you to be an Interior Design Technologist. You will be a valuable member of the design team for building retrofits, renovations and new construction, contributing to the technical design of building interiors by design development of plans, elevations, renderings and 3D models.
Learning in state-of-the-art interior design studios with the most up-to-date equipment and software, you will develop a thorough knowledge of interior design and technical design skills.
Through the application of interior design theory, you will learn how to effectively communicate the applied and technical principles of interior design. As a graduate, your area of specialization might include, but is not limited to, the following:
- bathroom and kitchen design/build
- commercial, retail or manufacturing technical sales
- fitments, colour or texture finishes selection and consultations
- 2D and 3D computer drawing, design, rendering and modelling
- sustainable interior design practices for commercial, retail and residential
Note: If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into semester 3 in the fall.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH1005 | Architectural Technology & Studio I |
| ARCH1014 | Canadian Industry Practices |
| ARCH1048 | Structural Systems I |
| ARCH1050 | Visual Communications I |
| ARCH1060 | Design Fundamentals |
| CADE1012 | CAD Essentials 1 |
| COMM2000 | Communicating Across Contexts |
| MATH1139 | Mathematics for Arch/IDT 1 |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH1006 | Architectural Technology & Studio II |
| ARCH1013 | Building Code and Regulations I |
| ARCH1070 | Materials, Methods & Components I |
| ARCH1109 | Building Systems – Mechanical and Electrical |
| ARCH1164 | Fundamentals of Building Science |
| CADE1014 | CAD Essentials 2 |
| MATH1149 | Mathematics for Arch/IDT 2 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH2009 | Practice Management |
| CADE2032 | Digital Practices for Interiors 1 |
| COMM1113 | Professional Communications for Building Technologies |
| DSGN1103 | History of Western Design |
| DSGN2001 | Interior Design Practices 1 |
| DSGN2006 | Building Code for Interior Design |
| DSGN2007 | Interior Design Studio 1 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH2033 | Visual Communications II |
| CADE2042 | Digital Practices for Interior Design 2 |
| DSGN2011 | Interior Design Practices 2 |
| DSGN2012 | Lighting and Acoustics |
| DSGN2015 | Working Drawings & Materials 1 |
| DSGN2017 | Interior Design Studio 2 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 5
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH3012 | Concentrations in Computational Design I |
| CADE3042 | Digital Practices For Interior 3 |
| DSGN3001 | Interior Design Practices 3 |
| DSGN3009 | New Technologies in Interior Design |
| DSGN3017 | Interior Design Studio 3 |
| DSGN3024 | Marketing Skills and Techniques |
| DSGN3025 | Working Drawings and Materials 2 |
Semester 6
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH3018 | Specifications and Documentation |
| ARCH3026 | Sustainable Rating Systems |
| ARCH3032 | Concentrations in Computational Design 2 |
| CADE3052 | Digital Practices for Interiors 4 |
| DSGN3027 | Interior Design Studio 4 |
| DSGN3030 | Residential Design and Budgeting |
Course Outline URL
We have articulation agreements with Yorkville University (Toronto) and Lawrence Technological University (Detroit.)
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Adhere to building and accessibility codes, regulations, standards and practices that protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Produce accurate construction and detailed drawings with accompanying specifications to fully convey the design proposal.
- Employ principles of sustainability in the specification of new and conventional materials, equipment and technologies to create objects, interiors and assemblies.
- Develop design solutions considering the use of space, the physical environment, accessibility needs, and preferences to meet client needs.
- Employ the principles and elements of design, and the relationship between form and function to create the design solution.
- Communicate design ideas, concepts and trends for various projects, reflecting the use of theory and contemporary practice in the design solution.
- Develop plans for design objects and space using appropriate volumetric manipulation conventions and technologies to create design solutions.
- Effectively manage time, budgets and workloads to achieve the desired design solution.
- Employ business ethics and professional practices in all design work for establishing and maintaining organizational and practitioner reputation.
- Employ verbal, written, visual and digital communication skills to formally present well-articulated design proposals and solutions to a client, and/or other involved parties.
- Employ professional communication practices in interaction, negotiation and collaboration with coworkers, consultants, contractors, clients, end-users and others.
- Evaluate designs on the basis of concept, appropriateness, effectiveness, sustainability, codes and regulations, accessibility, user experience, and cost for the development of design solutions that will meet client needs.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
$4,209.00 *
International Tuition
$17,241.00 **
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in the Fall 2021. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall of 2022 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U)
** Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English and math, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and math.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown Polytechnic Online Application System.
Contact Us
School of Architectural Studies
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4365
Email: architecturalstudies@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., room D303
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
Visit Our Campus
Do you have questions about this program or your career options? Join us for an on-campus Information Session. You'll have the opportunity to meet our friendly instructors and staff, ask questions and experience what it's like to be in a George Brown College classroom.
Program Description
Program Overview
A design isn’t finished until someone is using it. Interior Design is a three-year program that prepares you to be a valuable member of the design team for interior additions and renovations, leasehold improvements and new construction. There is an opportunity to be part of the competitive co-op program in the third year. Students prepare for a career as an interior design technologist, someone who contributes to the technical design of building interiors by developing 2D and 3D presentation and construction drawings incorporating a knowledge of building code, sustainability, accessibility, lighting, textiles, furniture, colour and ergonomics.
Full Description
The three-year Interior Design advanced diploma program prepares you to be an Interior Design Technologist. You will be a valuable member of the design team for building retrofits, renovations and new construction, contributing to the technical design of building interiors by design development of plans, elevations, renderings and 3D models.
Learning in state-of-the-art interior design studios with the most up-to-date equipment and software, you will develop a thorough knowledge of interior design and technical design skills.
Through the application of interior design theory, you will learn how to effectively communicate the applied and technical principles of interior design. As a graduate, your area of specialization might include, but is not limited to, the following:
- bathroom and kitchen design/build
- commercial, retail or manufacturing technical sales
- fitments, colour or texture finishes selection and consultations
- 2D and 3D computer drawing, design, rendering and modelling
- sustainable interior design practices for commercial, retail and residential
Note: If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into semester 3 in the fall.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Semester 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH1005 | Architectural Technology & Studio I |
| ARCH1014 | Canadian Industry Practices |
| ARCH1048 | Structural Systems I |
| ARCH1050 | Visual Communications I |
| ARCH1060 | Design Fundamentals |
| CADE1012 | CAD Essentials 1 |
| COMM2000 | Communicating Across Contexts |
| MATH1139 | Mathematics for Arch/IDT 1 |
Semester 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH1006 | Architectural Technology & Studio II |
| ARCH1013 | Building Code and Regulations I |
| ARCH1070 | Materials, Methods & Components I |
| ARCH1109 | Building Systems – Mechanical and Electrical |
| ARCH1164 | Fundamentals of Building Science |
| CADE1014 | CAD Essentials 2 |
| MATH1149 | Mathematics for Arch/IDT 2 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH2009 | Practice Management |
| CADE2032 | Digital Practices for Interiors 1 |
| COMM1113 | Professional Communications for Building Technologies |
| DSGN1103 | History of Western Design |
| DSGN2001 | Interior Design Practices 1 |
| DSGN2006 | Building Code for Interior Design |
| DSGN2007 | Interior Design Studio 1 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 4
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH2033 | Visual Communications II |
| CADE2042 | Digital Practices for Interior Design 2 |
| DSGN2011 | Interior Design Practices 2 |
| DSGN2012 | Lighting and Acoustics |
| DSGN2015 | Working Drawings & Materials 1 |
| DSGN2017 | Interior Design Studio 2 |
| GNED | General Elective |
Semester 5
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH3012 | Concentrations in Computational Design I |
| CADE3042 | Digital Practices For Interior 3 |
| DSGN3001 | Interior Design Practices 3 |
| DSGN3009 | New Technologies in Interior Design |
| DSGN3017 | Interior Design Studio 3 |
| DSGN3024 | Marketing Skills and Techniques |
| DSGN3025 | Working Drawings and Materials 2 |
Semester 6
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ARCH3018 | Specifications and Documentation |
| ARCH3026 | Sustainable Rating Systems |
| ARCH3032 | Concentrations in Computational Design 2 |
| CADE3052 | Digital Practices for Interiors 4 |
| DSGN3027 | Interior Design Studio 4 |
| DSGN3030 | Residential Design and Budgeting |
Course Outline URL
We have articulation agreements with Yorkville University (Toronto) and Lawrence Technological University (Detroit.)
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
$4,209.00 *
International Tuition
$17,241.00 **
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in the Fall 2021. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall of 2022 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U)
** Mature student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)
Mature students may take the Admissions Assessment for English and math, OR may consider upgrading to achieve the credit(s) needed in English and math.
Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.
Course Exemptions
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit Transfer Guide for more information.
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown Polytechnic Online Application System.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Adhere to building and accessibility codes, regulations, standards and practices that protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Produce accurate construction and detailed drawings with accompanying specifications to fully convey the design proposal.
- Employ principles of sustainability in the specification of new and conventional materials, equipment and technologies to create objects, interiors and assemblies.
- Develop design solutions considering the use of space, the physical environment, accessibility needs, and preferences to meet client needs.
- Employ the principles and elements of design, and the relationship between form and function to create the design solution.
- Communicate design ideas, concepts and trends for various projects, reflecting the use of theory and contemporary practice in the design solution.
- Develop plans for design objects and space using appropriate volumetric manipulation conventions and technologies to create design solutions.
- Effectively manage time, budgets and workloads to achieve the desired design solution.
- Employ business ethics and professional practices in all design work for establishing and maintaining organizational and practitioner reputation.
- Employ verbal, written, visual and digital communication skills to formally present well-articulated design proposals and solutions to a client, and/or other involved parties.
- Employ professional communication practices in interaction, negotiation and collaboration with coworkers, consultants, contractors, clients, end-users and others.
- Evaluate designs on the basis of concept, appropriateness, effectiveness, sustainability, codes and regulations, accessibility, user experience, and cost for the development of design solutions that will meet client needs.
Contact Us
School of Architectural Studies
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4365
Email: architecturalstudies@georgebrown.ca
Our office hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., room D303
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
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