Supporting Creative Students and Career Exploration in Interior Design
Why Design Lab 101?
Learn what an interior designer actually does.
The variety of careers available within the industry.
Where and how to study interior design in Australia.
The skills and attributes required for success.
Alternative pathways outside traditional university study.
Allied Career Pathways Explored
Throughout the course, students explore 22 career pathways, including:
Interior Design
Interior Decoration
Stylist
Kitchen and Bathroom Designer
Lighting Designer
Visual Merchandiser
Furniture and Product Design
Property Stylist
Design Specification
Project Management
Retail Design
Exhibition and Set Design
Design Sales and Product Representation
Information for Careers Advisors and Guidance Counsellors
As Careers Advisors, you play an important role in helping students discover pathways that align with their interests, abilities and aspirations. While many students are aware of traditional career options, there are also highly creative students who often struggle to identify careers that suit their strengths and learning styles.
Design Lab 101 has been developed to help bridge that gap.
Created by interior designer Jill Rogers, who has over 30 years of industry experience, Design Lab 101 is an introductory online course designed to give students a realistic and practical understanding of the world of interior design and the many opportunities available within the broader creative industries.
Particularly Valuable For
Creative and visual learners who enjoy art, design, problem-solving and project-based learning.
Students unsure of their future direction.
Students considering university pathways and wanting to build a portfolio.
Students considering alternative pathways and vocational opportunities.
Students seeking engagement through practical, hands-on learning.
What Students Will Learn
Learn the fundamentals of interior design
Work from a real client brief
Create floor plans and mood boards
Develop presentation and communication skills
Build confidence in creative thinking and problem-solving
Prepare a professional design folio
Learn where and how to study interior design in Australia
Explore the many allied careers available within the industry
Flexible Delivery for Schools
During school hours as an elective, careers or enrichment program
As an independent, self-paced learning experience
With varying levels of teacher involvement
As an extension activity for highly creative students
As part of career exploration or vocational education programs
Resources for Schools
Every school license includes the full Design Lab 101 course in PDF and PowerPoint, giving teachers practical resources for lesson planning and classroom presentations. Schools can use the complete program or select modules that suit their existing classes.
Helping Students Make Informed Decisions
Whether a career in interior design is right for them
The pathways available after school
The skills and attributes required for success
The broad range of opportunities available within the creative industries
Design Lab 101
Inspiring creativity. Building confidence.
Creating pathways for the future.
Flexible Enrolment Options for Students and Schools
At Design Lab 101, we understand that every student and every school is different. That’s why our course has been designed with flexible enrolment options that allow students and schools to participate in a way that best suits their individual needs.
Individual Student Enrolment
Design Lab 101 can be purchased directly by individual students and families.
Ideal for students considering a future career in interior design, creative students, homeschooling families and those seeking career exploration opportunities.
Students can complete the course entirely at their own pace.
Includes access to all 15 online modules, practical design activities and projects, guidance on where and how to study interior design in Australia, portfolio and folio development, and exposure to allied careers within the design industry.
Students also receive 24/7 access to our fully supported Knowledge Centre, providing helpful guidance and answers throughout their learning journey.
School Group Enrolment
Design Lab 101 can be purchased directly by individual students and families.
Design Lab 101 is also available to schools through a group licensing arrangement.
Suitable for careers education programs, vocational education programs, enrichment activities, elective subjects, creative arts programs and student engagement initiatives.
May be facilitated with as much or as little teacher involvement as desired.
Teachers and students receive 24/7 access to our fully supported Knowledge Centre, providing helpful guidance and support throughout the course.
Ready to Discover Whether Interior Design Is the Right Career for You?
Join Design Lab 101 and start building the knowledge, skills and confidence to take your first step into the exciting world of interior design.
TURN YOUR CREATIVITY INTO A REWARDING CAREER!