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Are you that person who constantly redesigns rooms in your head? Do you love watching renovation TV shows and deep down you know you could do a better job yourself? Everywhere you go you are picturing different layouts or colour schemes. Perhaps you have great plans for your kitchen or dining room and want to learn more about getting the most out of a space, but you simply cannot find the time to sit down and learn? Or maybe you already have some DIY and interior design skills, but you are not sure about making a commitment to long term studies.   ..read more
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There are a number of career paths that a designer can take and there are many fields within the world of interior design. Interior design is packed with opportunities in residential design, commercial, hospitality as well as more specific specialised areas. Whatever the path a designer takes, they must first come to grips with the basics of interior design. Many students in the academy have reported their surprise and indeed, joy that their course was so much more than picking curtains and rearranging furniture. Much like architecture, interior design is a complex marriage of design and prob ..read more
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A guiding principle here at the Interior Design Academy of Ireland, is to make high quality education accessible to all. In order to do this, we continuously listen to our students and we are always learning how to adapt and adjust to the busy and demanding lifestyles of the modern world. One of our most important and indeed successful initiatives is our range of study modes that allow students to continue to meet their personal responsibilities while enabling them to embark on their studies ..read more
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The Pantone colour of the year for 2024 is Peach Fuzz (13-1750 ..read more
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Meet the Further Learning Group (FLG), the mothership for the Interior Design Academy of Ireland, and a leading provider of industry recognised awards in Interior Design, Fashion Design, Garden Design, Photography, Digital Marketing and Graphic Design ..read more
Interior Design Academy of Ireland Blog
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Here we are on the cusp of another year, and with it comes another trend. The earth, everyone in it and even time itself is a cyclical thing so it is natural to presume that interior design will also be impacted. Interior design exists to elevate the human experience by creating environments where we can thrive. Trends will generally reflect, or at the very least respond to, societal and cultural events. But what does that mean for 2024? Well, be ready because it is gearing up to be a year where great style marries environmental sustainability ..read more
Interior Design Academy of Ireland Blog
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The art of interior design begins with a problem that finishes with a design solution. Interior design is so much more than pretty cushions and paint colours, it is the marriage of creativity and functionality. It is for this reason that every element of a design scheme holds value. Knowing that every design decision will inform the complete design; the aim of a successful designer is to achieve a sense of balance and harmony. Which brings us to fabric! Not to be underestimated, fabric is a vital element of any design and must not be treated with flippancy. So, with acres of fabrics and texti ..read more
Interior Design Academy of Ireland Blog
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Before introducing any artificial lighting, interior designers will usually try to utilise any natural light that is available in a space. Natural lighting, also known as natural illumination or daylighting, is a most sought after component of interior design. If the space is lucky enough to have access to lots of natural light it is a sure way to inject ambiance and energy into a design. Interior designers use this resource in a variety of inventive ways to not only illuminate attractive features, but to enhance well-being and contribute to a positive mood. Let's take a look at a few ways in ..read more
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While it may go without saying that indoor spaces will need some sort of lighting, it must also be noted that lighting can be so much more than a functional necessity. There are endless possibilities when it comes to getting creative with lights and it can be the deciding factor when creating an ambiance or mood in a room. Interior designers speak the language of light and have come up with fascinating approaches to creating depth, style and feeling. Let’s take a look at some of the inspiring ways lighting can completely transform a space ..read more