Interior Design Major
Every project is a canvas for your unique vision. Explore, experiment, and push the boundaries of traditional design. Our students craft environments that tell a story and make a lasting impact.Creative Problem Solving
Students apply materials and processes to shape innovative interior environments that are sustainable, improve quality of life, and promote inclusivity.
Dedicated Lab Spaces
Get access to an interior design lab as well as all construction labs, equipped with the latest design software and materials.
Clubs and Organizations
Become a club leader, attend field trips, or participate in networking opportunities through student organizations. At Pitt State, we house the International Interior Design Association, Design-Build Institute of America, National Association of Home Builders, and National Association of Women In Construction.
Redesign Downtown Pittsburg
Local businesses look to our Interior Design students for proposals on new developments that are starting to take shape in the heart of Downtown Pittsburg.
Comprehensive Curriculun
Gain skills in interior design, construction, and graphic design for a holistic approach to creating beautiful and functional spaces.
Community Projects
Students get real-world experience through paid internships and class projects collaborating with local businesses as clients.
Master Design Software
Train in the latest design software, honing your proficiency in rendering tools to bring conceptual designs to life with stunning visualizations.
Harness Creativity in National Competitions
Our students participated in the Big Design Gala hosted by the International Interior Design Association in Kansas City.
Interior Design Careers
The degree prepares students for professional practice as an interior designer in the fields of commercial and residential design, with opportunities in the construction and graphic design fields. Graduates find jobs as:
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Interior Designers: Conceptualize and execute innovative design solutions, collaborating with clients to transform spaces through strategic use of color, texture, and furnishings, ensuring aesthetic appeal and functionality.
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Spatial Planners: Analyze spatial requirements and optimize layouts, employing advanced planning techniques to maximize the efficiency and usability of interior spaces for residential, commercial, or institutional purposes.
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Sustainable Design Consultants: Champion sustainable practices by advising clients on eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient solutions, incorporating environmental consciousness into interior designs to reduce ecological impact.
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Project Managers in Interior Construction: Coordinate and oversee interior construction projects, managing timelines, budgets, and teams to ensure the successful implementation of design concepts while adhering to safety and quality standards.
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Digital Visualization Specialists: Utilize cutting-edge software to create realistic 3D visualizations of interior spaces, helping clients and stakeholders visualize design concepts and make informed decisions before the physical implementation of projects.
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates find success in the industry by mastering the following learning outcomes:
- Understand the fundamentals of construction, design theory and history, communication, and business.
- Demonstrate proficiency with the use of relevant technologies for projects.
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate, select, synthesize, and apply information and research findings to design solutions using creative and critical thinking.
- Demonstrate proficiency in presentation skills and discussion of work in a professional manner with the ability to justify and defend solutions as they relate to natural, social, and economic issues.
- Demonstrate social responsibility by designing sustainable interior environments that support indoor environmental quality and improve the quality of life for occupants.
Additional information
for the School of Construction
Catalog – see program guides