Design Your Dream Home: DIY Courses and Downloads for Design Enthusiasts

Interior Designer Podcast, Interior Design Career, Interior Design School, Interior Design Business, Interior Design Mentor, Interior Designer, design enthusiast

Are you a design enthusiast itching to give your home a makeover but need help figuring out where to start? Do you find yourself captivated by Pinterest boards and HGTV shows, dreaming of creating stunning spaces like a professional interior designer?

Look no further! In this episode, I introduce you to my DIY furnishing and remodeling courses and downloads to help you bring your design ideas to life.

Whether you are looking to furnish your home like a pro, revamp your living space, or explore interior design as a hobby, I’ve got you covered.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your home decor skills and unleash your creativity. Tune in!

Why you’ve got to check out today’s episode
  • Dive into the world of interior design without committing to a career, perfect for those who love design but are still determining if it’s the right path for them.
  • Explore a range of courses and downloads tailored for DIY enthusiasts, offering practical tips and expert guidance to curate your space like a pro.
  • Equip yourself with essential purchasing tips and tricks to stay within your budget while achieving magazine-worthy results.
    Check out these episode highlights

    04:33 – The DIY course for those who want to furnish their place as a designer would do 

    06:06 – Explanation of the six modules of the Home Design Coach Course

    Week 1, Module 1: Defining Your Style and Curating Inspiration

    • Taking the style quiz

    • Learning how to curate a Pinterest board

    Week 2, Module 2: Layout 

    • Video teaching on measuring rooms properly

    • Scaling measurements of a room

    • Make sure everything works before making purchases

    Week 3, Module 3: Curating Furniture

    • Using Pinterest to select furniture pieces

    • Putting everything together on a Pinterest board

    • Make sure everything works before making purchases

    Week 4, Module 4: Details of the Space

    • Adding rugs, pillows, lamps, and other details

    • Introducing color and pattern

    • Tips on paint, wallpaper, and lighting

    • Color theory and mixing patterns

    Week 5, Module 5: Styling 

    • Art sourcing and placement

    • Recommendations for art sizes

    • Accessorizing bookshelves and other objects

    • List of favorite retail vendors for accessories

    Week 6, Module 6: Putting it All Together

    • Assembling all curated items into a visual platform

    • Creating a PowerPoint slide or other platform

    • Getting a visual of what the room will look like before making purchases 

    13:08 – Shifting Spaces: a course designed to help people who are going through life changes and want to learn how to align their home with their changing needs

    Module 1: Exploring Your Thoughts Around Change

    Module 2: Identifying Circumstances That Require Change  

    Module 3: The Dreaming Part: Considering Your Options

    Module 4: Moving Forward: How to Implement Your Plans

    16:23 – The Remodel Survival Guide

    • Provides valuable information for homeowners and designers on the construction side of a remodel project.

    • Covers the order of events in a remodel, including when to hire different subcontractors, and offers practical advice for managing the process and dealing with the aftermath.

      Next Steps

      Grab your freebies:

      Join the Design Mentor to kickstart a successful career in interior design!

      Check out the best books every interior designer should have here.

      Enroll in Business of Design with Kimberly Seldon or DesignYou with Tobi Fairley today to scale your interior design business!

      Email me at [email protected] if you have suggested topics

      DM me on Instagram at @rwarddesign if you have a burning question

      Leave me a rating and review! Click here.

      Thanks for listening. I hope this helps you discover if interior design is the career for you. See you next week…