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Start from scratchModule 1 of the IDEI®-certified Interior Design Master

The fundamentals of interior design from scratch, with 94 lessons across theory, videos, quizzes and hands-on exercises. 6 lessons available free right away, no credit card.

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Interior Design — The Basics (Module 1)
What you'll learn

Interior Design — The Basics (Module 1)

Recognize interior elements

Floors, ceilings, stairs, doors, fixtures, partitions and dividing walls.

Select materials

Wood, stone, metals, ceramics, glass, fabrics, plasters and paints.

Design lighting

Natural, direct, diffused and indirect light, room by room.

Plan the space

Bubble charts, floor plans and functional organization of spaces.

Apply the 7 elements of design

Line, form, light, color, texture, pattern and space management.

Draw and represent spaces

Perspective, axonometry, moodboards, the golden ratio and focal points.

Career outcomes

What a Interior Designer does

L'Interior Designer progetta spazi abitativi e commerciali: dal concept al rendering, dalla scelta dei materiali alla gestione del cantiere e del cliente.

Salaries (gross annual salary, Italy)

Junior · 0–2 years

€22–26k

Mid · 2–5 years

€28–38k

Senior · 5+ years

€38–55k

Source: Crebs Salary Guide 2026 (~3,000 professionals surveyed) and Glassdoor Italy 2026 averages. Figures are indicative and vary by company size, location and benefits.

What they do day-to-day
  • Progetta layout, planimetrie e concept di spazi residenziali e commerciali
  • Sceglie materiali, finiture, arredi e illuminazione coerenti col progetto
  • Realizza rendering e moodboard per presentare il progetto al cliente
  • Gestisce clienti, fornitori, budget e coordinamento di cantiere
Companies hiring in Italy
LagoMolteni&CPoliformB&B ItaliaScavoliniLombardini22IKEA Italia

The program

Course program

13 chapters · 94 lessons · 40 hours

1

1. Introduction to Interior Design

4 lessons

2 free
  • Where to start?Watch for free
  • What is interior designWatch for free
  • What an interior designer is and career opportunities
  • Quiz: Interior designer
2

2. The basics and the 7 elements

3 lessons

  • History of interior design and timeline
  • The 7 elements: line, form, light, color, texture, pattern, space
  • The mathematics of design, the golden ratio and focal points
3

3. Space planning

3 lessons

  • How to arrange and organize a room
  • Bubble charts and floor plans
  • Bubble chart exercise
4

4. Interior elements

3 lessons

  • Partitions, dividing walls, floors and ceilings
  • Stairs, doors, moving parts, fixtures and glass
  • Quiz: floors and ceilings
5

5. Materials

3 lessons

2 free
6

6. Lighting

4 lessons

2 free
  • Introduction to lightingWatch for free
  • Photometric quantities and types of light sources
  • Direct, diffused and indirect light and LED technology
  • Lighting room by room and a case studyWatch for free
7

7. Sustainability, home automation and drawing

3 lessons

  • Laws, sustainability and energy classes
  • Technology, home automation and the future of interior design
  • Drawing techniques, perspective, axonometry and moodboards
Mentors & Authors

Your mentors

Industry professionals who guide you step by step throughout the whole journey.

G

Giordana

Mentor — Senior Interior Designer

S

Sara

Mentor — Interior Designer

Daniela

Daniela

Mentor — Architect

G

Giacomo

Mentor — Interior Designer

Our students' projects

From theory to a real portfolio

Dal moodboard al render finale: questi sono alcuni dei progetti di interior design realizzati dai nostri studenti con la guida dei mentor.

The benefits

Why study with EULE

A method built to help you truly learn and arrive job-ready.

1:1 personal mentor

An industry professional guides you step by step, with unlimited calls and feedback on your projects.

International certification

At the end of the path you earn a recognized certification to add to your CV and LinkedIn profile.

100% online and on-demand

Study where and when you want, from your device, with video lessons and materials always available.

Lifetime access

Once enrolled, the content is yours forever, including future updates.

Real projects

Learn by doing: practical exercises and concrete projects to build a portfolio that makes a difference.

Placement support

We help you enter the job market with advice on CV, portfolio and interviews.

Reviews · 4.8/5

Our students' stories

Professionals like you who changed careers thanks to EULE Institute.

After 6 months with EULE I earned my certification and got my first job within a few weeks. The mentor was essential.

Eleonora

Eleonora

EULE Institute student

Clear lessons, materials always available and constant support. I could study at my own pace without stress.

Irene

Irene

EULE Institute student

The hands-on part really makes the difference: I built a real portfolio that opened the doors to the industry.

Arianna

Arianna

EULE Institute student

With a full-time job I thought it was impossible. With EULE I studied in the evenings and on weekends and earned the certificate.

Filippo

Filippo

EULE Institute student

Why trust us

4 concrete guarantees, no fine print

14-day money-back guarantee

If you're not satisfied within the first 2 weeks, we refund everything, no questions asked.

No experience required

Most of our students start from scratch. The modules are progressive, from beginner to advanced.

Lifetime access

No expiration. Study at your own pace and rewatch lessons whenever you want, at no extra cost.

A real mentor, not a chatbot

1:1 calls with human mentors who are industry experts. This is not a pre-recorded course: it's a guided path.

Learning experience

The 100% online, on-demand platform

After enrolling you get immediate access to all content and can book your first call with your mentor right away.

  • Plenty of practice beyond theory
  • Unlimited calls with your mentor
  • Lessons both written (step-by-step) and video
  • Recognized final certificate
  • 24/7 support (Email, Chat and Call)
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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Module 1 online only?

Yes, all the material is 100% online and yours forever, with no deadlines or extra costs. You study whenever you want, from a computer or tablet.

How long does it take to complete Module 1?

On average, students complete Module 1 in 3–4 weeks studying 5–7 hours a week. There are no deadlines.

Who is Module 1 for?

For anyone who wants to start an interior design career from scratch, but also for professionals (architects, surveyors, decorators) who want to update their skills on materials and lighting.

What do I need to start?

No technical requirements: all you need is a computer or tablet with an internet connection. The course is in Italian.

Does the mentor support Module 1 too?

Yes. Your personal mentor supports you from the start of the path, with video reviews and unlimited private calls, from the very first lesson.

Can I buy only Module 1?

The Master is sold as a single package with all 4 modules included (€1670 or 3 installments of €597). The free trial lets you try 9 initial lessons with no commitment.

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