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I am a junior in high school and I am interested in pursuing interior design. I live in New York, so I am close to New York City. I am curious as to what the most prestigious colleges are for interior design in the U.S. but I am most interested in the New York City area. Thanks!

My wife is a professor of Interior Design, but not in New York. Here are all of the CIDA accredited programs in New York State:

Buffalo State, Buffalo
Interior Design Program
Interior Design Department
School of Arts and Humanities
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2004, 2010)
Terry A. Postero, Chair
Phone: 716.878.5252
E-mail: interiordesign@buffalostate.edu
Web: http://www.buffalostate.edu/interiordesign/

Cornell University, Ithaca
Interior Design Program
Department of Design and Environmental Analysis
College of Human Ecology
Bachelor of Science (2002, 2008)*
Dr. Franklin D. Becker, Chairman
Phone: 607.255.1950
E-mail: fdb2@cornell.edu
Web: http://www.human.cornell.edu/che/DEA/index.cfm

Fashion Institute of Technology State University of New York, New York
Interior Design Department
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2007, 2013)
Takashi Kamiya, Chairperson
Phone: 212.217.7800
E-mail: fitinfo@sfitva.cc.suny.edu
Web: http://www3.fitnyc.edu/interiordesign/

New York Institute of Technology – Old Westbury
Interior Design Department
School of Architecture and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design (2007, 2013)
Martha Siegel, Chair
Phone: 516.686.7786
E-mail: interiordesign@nyit.edu
Web: http://www.nyit.edu

New York School of Interior Design, New York
Interior Design Program
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2006, 2012)
Scott M. Ageloff, SVP for Academic Affairs and Dean
Phone: 212.472.1500
E-mail: scott@nysid.edu
Web: http://www.nysid.edu

Pratt Institute, Brooklyn
Interior Design Department
School of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Interior Design (2009, 2015)
Anita Cooney, Chair
Phone: 718.636.3630
E-mail: acooney@pratt.edu
Web: http://www.pratt.edu

Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester
Professional Level Program
Department of Interior Design
School of Design
College of Imaging Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2007, 2013)
Charles Lewis, Professor and Chair
Phone: 585.475.6357
E-mail: CFLFAA@rit.edu
Web: http://www.rit.edu/~651www/

School of Visual Arts, New York
Interior Design Department
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design (2004, 2010)
Jane Smith, Chair
Phone: 212.592.2572
E-mail: janesmith@sva.edu
E-mail: sclemente@sva.edu
Web: http://www.schoolofvisualarts.edu/

Syracuse University, Syracuse
interior design Program
School of Art and Design
College of Visual & Performing Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design (2009, 2015)
Dr. Lucinda Kaukas Havenhand, Program Coordinator
Phone: 315.443.2455
E-mail: design@vpa.syr.edu
Web: http://vpa.syr.edu/index.cfm/page/interior-design

I am a junior in high school and I am interested in pursuing interior design. I live in New York, so I am close to New York City. I am curious as to what the most prestigious colleges are for interior design in the U.S. but I am most interested in the New York City area. Thanks!

My wife is a professor of Interior Design, but not in New York. Here are all of the CIDA accredited programs in New York State:

Buffalo State, Buffalo
Interior Design Program
Interior Design Department
School of Arts and Humanities
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2004, 2010)
Terry A. Postero, Chair
Phone: 716.878.5252
E-mail: interiordesign@buffalostate.edu
Web: http://www.buffalostate.edu/interiordesign/

Cornell University, Ithaca
Interior Design Program
Department of Design and Environmental Analysis
College of Human Ecology
Bachelor of Science (2002, 2008)*
Dr. Franklin D. Becker, Chairman
Phone: 607.255.1950
E-mail: fdb2@cornell.edu
Web: http://www.human.cornell.edu/che/DEA/index.cfm

Fashion Institute of Technology State University of New York, New York
Interior Design Department
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2007, 2013)
Takashi Kamiya, Chairperson
Phone: 212.217.7800
E-mail: fitinfo@sfitva.cc.suny.edu
Web: http://www3.fitnyc.edu/interiordesign/

New York Institute of Technology – Old Westbury
Interior Design Department
School of Architecture and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design (2007, 2013)
Martha Siegel, Chair
Phone: 516.686.7786
E-mail: interiordesign@nyit.edu
Web: http://www.nyit.edu

New York School of Interior Design, New York
Interior Design Program
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2006, 2012)
Scott M. Ageloff, SVP for Academic Affairs and Dean
Phone: 212.472.1500
E-mail: scott@nysid.edu
Web: http://www.nysid.edu

Pratt Institute, Brooklyn
Interior Design Department
School of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Interior Design (2009, 2015)
Anita Cooney, Chair
Phone: 718.636.3630
E-mail: acooney@pratt.edu
Web: http://www.pratt.edu

Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester
Professional Level Program
Department of Interior Design
School of Design
College of Imaging Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Fine Arts (2007, 2013)
Charles Lewis, Professor and Chair
Phone: 585.475.6357
E-mail: CFLFAA@rit.edu
Web: http://www.rit.edu/~651www/

School of Visual Arts, New York
Interior Design Department
Bachelor of Fine Arts in interior design (2004, 2010)
Jane Smith, Chair
Phone: 212.592.2572
E-mail: janesmith@sva.edu
E-mail: sclemente@sva.edu
Web: http://www.schoolofvisualarts.edu/

Syracuse University, Syracuse
Interior Design Program
School of Art and Design
College of Visual & Performing Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design (2009, 2015)
Dr. Lucinda Kaukas Havenhand, Program Coordinator
Phone: 315.443.2455
E-mail: design@vpa.syr.edu
Web: http://vpa.syr.edu/index.cfm/page/interior-design

Ive always wanted to be an interior designer and I was wondering what colleges are good for interior design? I live in Oregon, but they don’t need to be around that area.
Thanks.

new york school of interior design :]

i am interested in becoming an architect. i know what kind of architecture i want to be. but i dont know what its call. i just want to draw a single homes w/ rooms, bathroom, living room and ext from foundation up. what is it call? interior design or professional home design?

That is called an architect.
An interior designer is a licensed professional (as is architect) who is the type of person who helps out on the show trading spaces. They "design interiors." They will usually be knowledgeable in fabric, color, material, and geometric organization.
A professional home designer is usually a person who is not licensed or registered and draws up house plans. They call themself home designer because they are not licensed and not allowed to use architect.
An architect is a registered professional licensed to practice architecture and design buildings (including homes)

I’m a junior in high school and I’m starting to think about what I want to go to college for, and I really have a passion for interior design. But, especially with the economy as it is, I really want to go for a job that will be more dependable as far as supporting me, and I feel like being an interior designer is more of a hit or miss type deal. Is that the case? And if so, what other jobs are there that would be more dependable, but still be similar to interior design?

Thanks!

I’m in the EXACT same boat. i’m sixteen and a junior in high school
and i have the same problem

I’ve been thinkin about it for a while and i think if you want a more stable job thats similiar to Int. Design is being an Architect. There is always needs for architects and with a degree in architecture, you can always be an interior designer. Int. Design firms hire architects…

soo what i’m saying is.. get a more stable degree (just in case) and then you can STILL be what you want to be in life

good luck, and i’ll see you as competition in the next 5 years haha.

I’m getting so frustrated looking for an entry level job in interior design. Any designers/ redesigners/stagers out there. I’m majoring in ID but would love to get my feet wet. Are there special publications where they list ID jobs. I can’t do ID yet, but would love to help with staging or redesign. How would I go about it. Thank you in advance.

Sounds like you need an internship…that’s the absolute best way to get practical design experience. And many are paid positions.

Your school should be able to hook you up with available intern positions, or you could try these websites:

www.asid.org
www.interiordesignjobs.com

If you are in the Nashville, TN area, post an addition to your question, and I’ll give you my email address so you can shoot your resume my way. My firm is currently looking for a new intern…paid position.

Good luck!

which university/college is best for interior design please.. which has the best reputation + job prospects AND pls what is expected in the portfolio.. detail please.. thank you very much x
which university/college is best for interior design please.. which has the best reputation + job prospects but i wud like to see my options in order of which is best rep + job prospect wise and then rep + job prospects + which has a more mixed race student congregation (i would rather a boiling pot than be the only black person there) but make sure you tell me which is best and why AND pls what is expected in the portfolio.. detail please.. thank you very much x
p.s.s i want to do interior decor so which is directed more to interior decor way than design??

You may wish to consider the University of the Arts London which is a federation of 6 metropolitan art colleges. http://www.arts.ac.uk

Outside London you may also wish think about one of the institutions in the CADISE consortium (a grouping of independent art and design colleges) http://www.cadise.ac.uk

what opportunities does a 30year old person with a BFA degree of interior design have? I will be transfer to University next semester. Since i have majored in this subject i know i need to get some experience in this industry while i am in school, however it was so hard to find a part-time job in this industry. what jobs are relate to interior design??

There are lots of opportunities in this field, you just need to be very passionate about it and have to be the best in your field.

I’d suggest searching thru job sites such as monster.com, careerbuilder.com as well as the classifieds sections of craigslist for possible internship or career opportunities. It’s also always good to have lots of contacts in your industry, be as outgoing as possible and network while you are still in university!

I’d like to find an interior design job in LA, but it seems like when I send a resume, I never get any response. Are these people slow to respond, or are they turned off by the fact that I’m from out of state? Help!

According to the US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics,

Keen competition is expected for jobs in interior design because many talented individuals are attracted to careers as interior designers.

Individuals with little or no formal training in interior design, as well as those lacking creativity and perseverance, will find it very difficult to establish and maintain a career in this occupation.

About 3 out of 10 are self-employed.

Postsecondary education—especially a bachelor’s degree—is recommended for entry-level positions in interior design. In addition, 24 States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico register or license interior designers. Following formal training, graduates usually enter a 1-year to 3-year apprenticeship to gain experience before taking a national licensing exam or joining a professional association. Designers in States that do not require the exam may opt to take it as proof of their qualifications. The National Council administers the licensing exam for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ). To be eligible to take the exam, applicants must have at least 6 years of combined education and experience in interior design, of which at least 2 years constitute postsecondary education in design. Once candidates have passed the qualifying exam, they are granted the title of Certified, Registered, or Licensed Interior Designer, depending on the State. Continuing education is required in order to maintain one’s licensure.

Job outlook:

Interior designers held about 65,000 jobs in 2004. Approximately 3 out of 10 were self-employed. About 2 out of 10 wage and salary interior designers worked in specialized design services. Another 1 out of 10 worked in architectural and landscape architectural services. The remaining of interior designers provided design services in furniture and home-furnishing stores, building material and supplies dealers, and residential building construction companies. Many interior designers also performed freelance work in addition to holding a salaried job in interior design or another occupation.

Employment of interior designers is expected to grow about as fast as average for all occupations through 2014. Economic expansion, growing homeowner wealth, and an increased interest in interior design will increase demand for designers. However, interior designers are expected to face keen competition for available positions because many talented individuals are attracted to this profession. Individuals with little or no formal training in interior design, as well as those lacking creativity and perseverance, will find it very difficult to establish and maintain a career in this occupation.

As the economy grows, more private businesses and consumers will request the services of interior designers. However, design services are considered a luxury expense and may be subject to fluctuations in the economy. For example, decreases in consumer and business income and spending caused by a slow economy can have a detrimental effect on employment of interior designers. Nevertheless, demand from the health care industry is expected to be especially high because of an anticipated increase in demand for facilities that will accommodate the aging population. Designers will be needed to make these facilities as comfortable and homelike as possible for patients. Demand from businesses in the hospitality industry—hotels, resorts, and restaurants—also is expected to be high because of an expected increase in tourism.

Recent increases in homeowner wealth and the growing popularity of home improvement television programs have increased demand for residential design services. Homeowners increasingly have been using the equity in their homes to finance new additions, remodel aging kitchens and bathrooms, and update the general d‚cor of the home. Many homeowners also have requested design help in adding year-round outdoor living spaces.

Growth in home improvement television programs and discount furniture stores has spurred a trend in do-it-yourself design, which could hamper employment growth of designers. However, some clients will still hire designers for a few initial consultations, but then will purchase and install the design elements themselves.

Some interior designers are choosing to specialize in one design element in order to create a niche for themselves in an increasingly competitive market. The demand for kitchen and bath design is growing in response to the increasing demand for home remodeling. Designs utilizing the latest technology, such as home theaters, state-of-the-art conference facilities, and security systems are expected to be especially popular. In addition, demand for home spas, indoor gardens, and outdoor living spaces are expected to continue to increase.

Extensive knowledge of ergonomics and green design are expected to be in demand. Ergonomic design has gained in popularity with the growth in the elderly population and workplace safety requirements. The public’s growing awareness of environmental quality and the growing number of individuals with allergies and asthma are expected to increase the demand for green design.

Additional Resources:

For information on degrees, continuing education, and licensure programs in interior design and interior design research, contact: American Society of Interior Designers, 608 Massachusetts Ave. N.E., Washington, DC 20002-6006. Internet: http://www.asid.org

For a list of schools with accredited bachelor’s degree programs in interior design, contact: Foundation for Interior Design Education Research, 146 Monroe Center N.W., Suite 1318, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2822.

For general information about art and design and a list of accredited college-level programs, contact: National Association of Schools of Art and Design, 11250 Roger Bacon Dr., Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190-5248. Internet: http://nasad.arts-accredit.org

For information on State licensing requirements and exams, and the Interior Design Experience Program, contact: National Council for interior design Qualification, 1200 18th St. NW., Suite 1001, Washington, DC 20036-2506. Internet: http://www.ncidq.org

Health wise not fit enough to go to college but would love to do an interior design course from home anyone any ideas on this. Any information on this would be great thanks.
Thanks Liznightngale
Thanks Terrance D. I hope your enjoying it so far. I should have done this years ago but life takes us on different paths i suppose. I’m nearly 40 but would still like to fulfill this.
Thanks Sarah A and Pierce appreciate what you said and i will e-mail you.x

The most reputable design schools in the UK for diploma courses are KLC and Inchbalds, both based in London.

KLC offers a distance learning course that is one of the best in the industry. I’d recommend avoiding Rhodec. I studied at KLC and met a number of people who attempted the Rhodec course and found it of little use, so enrolled at KLC.

See the link below for information:
http://www.klc.co.uk/Open/

Oh, and probably should mention this website:

http://www.hotcourses.com/