Overall
Overall, I found the course to be a very good introduction to interior design. With each module, I learned more about the language and terminology of interior design, as well as important concepts such as perspective, structure, and professional discipline. One of the aspects I appreciated most was how the course introduces a professional way of thinking and working, which I think is very valuable for beginners.
At the same time, since this is an introductory course, some of the visual examples and explanations felt quite basic to me. While this may be appropriate for beginners, there were moments when I wished the material went a bit deeper or presented more challenging visual references. Because of this, I often tried to challenge myself further in each module by exploring ideas in more depth and pushing my own work creatively.
In addition, I felt that some of the interior design style categories presented in the course are not always very current today, as contemporary design often mixes references from different periods and styles in more fluid ways.
Overall, I appreciated the course and the foundational knowledge it provides. It helped me understand the discipline of interior design and build a structured way of thinking about projects. In the future, I would be very interested in seeing more advanced courses that encourage deeper exploration, introduce more contemporary references, and challenge students creatively at a higher level
Reply from The Interior Design Institute - Japan
Thank you, Mirel, for taking the time to share such thoughtful and detailed feedback. We’re really pleased to hear that the course helped introduce you to the language, concepts, and professional way of thinking involved in interior design. Building that strong foundation is exactly what we aim for in an introductory program, so it’s wonderful to know it supported your learning in that way.
We also appreciate your reflections about the depth of some visual examples and the evolution of design styles. Your point about contemporary interiors often blending influences from multiple periods is a great observation, and it’s helpful for us to hear how students engage with the material and push their own creativity further.
It’s especially encouraging to hear that you challenged yourself to explore ideas more deeply throughout the modules—that kind of curiosity and initiative is such an important part of the design process.
Thank you again for your balanced and insightful feedback. Suggestions like yours are very valuable as we continue reviewing and developing our course content, and we’re glad the program helped you build a structured approach to thinking about design projects. 😊