Interior Design and Decorating 30
Research roles and
responsibilities of
interior designers and
interior decorators.
Examine the elements
of design.
Examine how interior
designers and
decorators
incorporate principles
of design to create
appealing and
functional spaces.
Examine the influence
of culture in interior
design and
decorating.
Analyze design
processes common to
interior design and
decorating.
Develop client profiles
based on their needs,
wants and
preferences.
Explore tools and
techniques used to
present interior
design and decorating
ideas.
Examine how interior
designers and
decorators
incorporate inclusive
design approaches to
meet client needs.
Examine the process
of space planning for
interior design
projects.
Examine the
principles of
sustainable design for
interior design and
decorating.
Examine the
characteristics of
various types of
housing.
Examine the
characteristics and
evolution of housing
styles.
Examine the
characteristics of
energy efficient
buildings.
Analyze how social
and environmental
conditions and new
technologies influence
housing design.
Analyze how design
principles apply to
outdoor spaces.
Explore commercial
interior design.
Analyze furniture
options for decorating
residential and
commercial spaces.
Analyze appliance,
fixture and
equipment options
for residential and
commercial spaces.
Examine the role of
decorative and
functional accessories
in decorating
residential and
commercial spaces.
Apply interior design
knowledge to plan
and design a defined
space.
Apply interior
decorating knowledge
to plan and decorate
a defined space.
Explore interior
design and decorating
related occupations.
Prepare for the work
placement.
Participate in a work
placement
experience.
Relate one’s work
placement experience
to personal and
career goals.
Investigate business
opportunities in
interior design and
decorating.