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Lauren
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What is the best study habits for interior design? #spring25
Interior design and architecture
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Allen Foster
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Cleveland, Ohio
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Hi Lauren,
Maryam’s answer is great on *what* to study. If you’re looking for a way to develop study *habits* I would pick a time, same time at least three days a week, and block it out for studying. It’s an appointment with yourself, not a “to do list” item. If you’re in school, maybe two days a week is all you can handle. The important thing is to get in the habit of independent study.
If you choose three days a week to study, pick a different focus for each day. (A week of just learning about Chippendale gets boring after the first day). So, for example:
Monday -architecture terminology
Wednesday - browse Interior Design magazine and other “shelter” magazines like Sunset, Coastal Living, etc. to get an idea of what people are doing.
Friday - read some interior design blogs
If you really got into one of those, do it again the next week. If you want a break from reading blogs, next Friday study historical styles. And as you’re studying, you’ll see things that look like they’re interesting - put them on your study schedule (for example, if you liked an article about green design in this month’s Interior Design, put Green Design on your study schedule.
Hope this helps!
Best,
Allen Foster
Maryam’s answer is great on *what* to study. If you’re looking for a way to develop study *habits* I would pick a time, same time at least three days a week, and block it out for studying. It’s an appointment with yourself, not a “to do list” item. If you’re in school, maybe two days a week is all you can handle. The important thing is to get in the habit of independent study.
If you choose three days a week to study, pick a different focus for each day. (A week of just learning about Chippendale gets boring after the first day). So, for example:
Monday -architecture terminology
Wednesday - browse Interior Design magazine and other “shelter” magazines like Sunset, Coastal Living, etc. to get an idea of what people are doing.
Friday - read some interior design blogs
If you really got into one of those, do it again the next week. If you want a break from reading blogs, next Friday study historical styles. And as you’re studying, you’ll see things that look like they’re interesting - put them on your study schedule (for example, if you liked an article about green design in this month’s Interior Design, put Green Design on your study schedule.
Hope this helps!
Best,
Allen Foster
Maryam Belli
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Los Angeles, California
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Maryam’s Answer
Hi Lauren,
Great question! One of the most effective study habits for interior design is to immerse yourself in the language of design. Start by learning the key terms and vocabulary commonly used by interior designers—this will help you build confidence when communicating with clients, contractors, and other professionals.
It's also helpful to familiarize yourself with various design styles, such as transitional, contemporary, traditional, and modern, along with the types of furniture, finishes, and decorative elements that typically accompany each style. This not only sharpens your eye but allows you to better understand what a client is envisioning—and explain your own ideas clearly and professionally.
In short, mastering the visual and verbal language of design will make a big difference as you grow in the field.
Great question! One of the most effective study habits for interior design is to immerse yourself in the language of design. Start by learning the key terms and vocabulary commonly used by interior designers—this will help you build confidence when communicating with clients, contractors, and other professionals.
It's also helpful to familiarize yourself with various design styles, such as transitional, contemporary, traditional, and modern, along with the types of furniture, finishes, and decorative elements that typically accompany each style. This not only sharpens your eye but allows you to better understand what a client is envisioning—and explain your own ideas clearly and professionally.
In short, mastering the visual and verbal language of design will make a big difference as you grow in the field.