Online Class: How to Decorate a Room

Name: How to Decorate a Room
Price: 95.00 USD

This creative and insightful course is filled with ideas and step-by-step procedures that will help you decorate beautiful, stylish, and themed rooms in your home.

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14

Lessons
24

Exams &
Assignments
1,756

Students
have taken this course
9

Hours
average time
0.9

CEUs

Course Description

Unveiling Your Inner Decorator: Crafting Spaces that Resonate and Inspire

Embark on a transformative journey from novice to connoisseur with our meticulously curated course, "How to Decorate a Room". It's not just about placing furniture or painting walls; it's about weaving your essence into a space, making it uniquely yours. From elemental principles to niche design hacks, this course is a tapestry of time-tested methodologies and innovative concepts, all geared towards helping you create spaces that echo your soul.

Course Highlights:

Foundational Flourishes: Dive deep into the basics of design. Demystify color theory, harness the magic of different lighting moods, and master the art of floor planning with our hands-on, intuitive approach.
Styling Spectrum: Explore a pantheon of design styles, from the timeless allure of Victorian Romance and the tranquil vibes of Relaxed Pastoral, to the breezy notes of Beachside Chic and the opulent allure of Sophisticated Glamour. Understand the ethos, historical nuances, and defining elements of each style.
Practical Panache: Whether you're crafting a haven on a shoestring budget or navigating the challenges of an unconventional room layout, we've got actionable tips and tricks to ensure your decor dreams don't get compromised.
Decorating Deep Dives: Engage with specialized modules that tackle specific design challenges – be it infusing life into a space with greenery, evading an overly formal ambience, or weaving a sensory experience that tantalizes every sense – sight, sound, touch, smell, and even taste.
Personalization Paradigm: While we provide you the tools and templates, we champion your individuality. Our course empowers you with the know-how and then encourages you to remix, re-imagine, and reinvent to suit your unique narrative.
Elevate and Inspire: This course isn't just about learning; it's about sparking creativity. Post-course, you won't just be equipped to transform rooms, you'll be invigorated, seeing potential in every corner, every nook of your home.

Perfect for budding decorators seeking direction, or seasoned enthusiasts yearning for a fresh perspective, "How to Decorate a Room" is more than a course; it's a movement. One that celebrates design not as mere aesthetics, but as a medium of self-expression. Enroll today, and let's paint your decor dreams into reality!

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Self-Paced
Printable Lessons
Full HD Video
6 Months to Complete
24/7 Availability
Start Anytime
PC & Mac Compatible
Android & iOS Friendly
Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:

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(816 votes)

Lesson 1: Introduction

18 Points

In this lesson, you'll learn the fundamentals of decorating any room and where to get started on any project. Additional lesson topics: Creating a Simple Floor Plan; Big Design, Small Budget: Create a Glamorous Home in Nine Thrifty Steps; Elements of Style; Interior Design: A True Beginners Guide to Decorating On A Budget

Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete: Introduction Assignment
Complete: Assignment 1: What's My Style?
Assessment: Exam 1

Lesson 2: Problem Solving

16 Points

This lesson expands upon the fundamentals in terms of problem solving and working around costly constraints. Additional lesson topics: Pinterest Account Creation; Room Styler

Lesson 2 Video
Complete: Assignment 2: Color Wheels
Assessment: Exam 2

Lesson 3: Decorating in Greco-Roman Style

15 Points

Popular attributions of Greco-Roman style include stately columns, detailed sculptures, and intricately scrolled iron work.

Lesson 3 Video
Assessment: Exam 3

Lesson 4: Decorating in Aristocratic Romance Style

17 Points

Aristocratic Romance takes its cues from the Romantic era's many expressions and explanations of love, beauty, and drama. The overall decorating scheme results in a regal, dramatic look, perfect for both entertaining guests and being alone with a selection of rich details to showcase an appreciation of artisanship. Additional lesson topics: Aristocratic Romance Style; Romantic Homes

Lesson 4 Video
Complete: Assignment 4: Marrying Styles
Assessment: Exam 4

Lesson 5: Decorating in Relaxed Pastoral Style

15 Points

The interesting thing about country style or Relaxed Pastoral is the various transformations of the style, such as Shaker, Urbane Cowboy, and Homey Traditional to name a few. Additional lesson topics: Country Farmhouse Decorating

Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: Exam 5

Lesson 6: Decorating in a Tuscan Simplistic Style

15 Points

Encompassing Tuscany in a decor takes familiar elements we've already discussed and alters them for a style that's a bit more refined and dramatic than a Pastoral style room, but it's not as formal as Aristocratic design. Additional lesson topics: 15 Tuscan Living Room Designs; Tuscan Decorating Style Tips and Tricks

Lesson 6 Video
Assessment: Exam 6

Lesson 7: Decorating in a Minimalistic Japanese Style

15 Points

The Japanese culture prizes discipline. Therefore, it's no coincidence that Japanese style is known for minimalism since a level of discipline is required to pull off a minimalist decor. Additional lesson topics: 2 Apartments in Modern Minimalist Japanese Style; Several Ways to Add Japanese Style to Your Interior Design

Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: Exam 7

Lesson 8: Decorating Inspired by Safaris

20 Points

Inspiration for a Safari style rests on the idea of taking a rugged trip into the unknown to explore exotic lands and animals. Additional lesson topics: Decorating With a Safari Theme: Several Wild Ideas

Lesson 8 Video
Complete: Assignment 8: Focal Point
Assessment: Exam 8

Lesson 9: Decorating Inspired by Indian Spices

15 Points

The Indian Spice style of decorating intends to be as colorful and interesting as the many varieties of spices used in Indian cuisine. Additional lesson topics: Indian Ethnic Home Decor; Several Spaces Inspired by India

Lesson 9 Video
Assessment: Exam 9

Lesson 10: Decorating in Clean Modern Style

20 Points

A Clean Modern style is a departure from traditional styles in a sense of more sleek, compact, furniture with abstract lines and compositions. Additional lesson topics: Minimalist Modern Living Room Designs; Clean Modern Home Design Photos

Lesson 10 Video
Complete: Assignment 10: Functional Designing
Assessment: Exam 10

Lesson 11: Decorating a Beachside Chic Room

17 Points

Seaside living embodies a relaxed, comfortable, and soothing atmosphere. Additional lesson topics: Beach Chic Decorating Ideas; Coastal Living Beach House Style

Lesson 11 Video
Complete: Assignment 11: Costal Elements
Assessment: Exam 11

Lesson 12: Decorating an Industrial Style Room

15 Points

The idea behind the design inspired by this time is to showcase an appreciation of raw materials and the energy sources used to make the process occur, putting together those elements into something spectacular. Additional lesson topics: Shelterness

Lesson 12 Video
Assessment: Exam 12

Lesson 13: Decorating with Organic Influence

20 Points

Organic style features the idea of living in harmony with nature in a comfortable, fluid setting. Additional lesson topics: Interiors with Natural and Organic Elements; Several Tell-Tale Signs that Your Home Style Is: Organic Modern

Lesson 13 Video
Complete: Assignment 13: Bringing Nature Into a Room
Assessment: Exam 13

Lesson 14: Decorating a Sophisticated Glamour Styled Room

52 Points

The key to achieving a livable approach is balancing the extensive opulent elements with organic shaped and neutral colored details. Additional lesson topics: Remodelista; Glamorous Living Rooms; Hollywood Glamour Decorating Ideas

Lesson 14 Video
Lesson discussions: Course Completion Poll: Your Thoughts; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Assignment 14: Your Favorite Style(s)
Assessment: Exam 14
Assessment: The Final Exam

270

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe decorating in greco-roman style.
Describe decorating in aristocratic romance style.
Describe decorating in relaxed pastoral style.
Describe decorating in a Tuscan simplistic style.
Describe decorating in a minimalistic Japanese style.
Describe decorating inspired by safaris.
Summarize decorating inspired by Indian spices.
Summarize decorating in clean modern style.
Describe decorating with organic influence.
Describe decorating a sophisticated glamour styled room.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: How to Decorate a Room

Course Number: 9770425

Lessons Rating: 4.72 / 5 Stars (816 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Category:

UniversalClass.com > Arts, Crafts & Hobbies > Home Decorating

Availability: This course is available online in all U.S. states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in English-speaking countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Last Updated: January 2024

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class

CEU Value: 0.9 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: Cathleen Chouinard

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

"I found this course to be well organized, simple to follow, and chock full of useful information. It was very helpful for me, and I learned a lot." -- Gagne A.
"This is an amazing course. I never expected to learn so much. I thought that I've heard about most decoration styles and here i found several pleasant surprises." -- Diana R.
"I really liked the part where styles were combined. While no one style jumped out at me on its own, the combining of styles really got me thinking about my own home and its rooms!" -- Dana H.
"It was very helpful and a lot of fun!!" -- Nikki G.
"Very organized and professional." -- Ivian A.