Module 9: Furniture, Art & Accessories
In this module, you’ll learn how to bring your design to life with furniture, art, and accessories. Build complete, harmonious interiors that reflect style, function, and your creative vision.
From furniture placement to artwork, rugs, lighting, and decorative accessories, you’ll create cohesive and visually striking spaces for your renovation project.
Why This Module Matters
The final layer of interior design is all about finishing touches. In Module 9, you’ll:
- Understand how to select and place furniture for function and style.
- Learn how art and accessories enhance mood, texture, and character.
- Create cohesive schemes that tie together colour, finishes, and fabrics.
- Gain confidence in styling interiors professionally for any client or project.
- Showcase your creative potential with fully realised room designs.
What You’ll Learn
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Furniture Styles & Placement
Learn how styles and technical choices affect interiors and complement the overall scheme.
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Decorative Art & Accessories
Explore how artwork, lighting, and decor enhance character and atmosphere in a space.
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Soft Fabrics & Rugs
Learn to combine fabrics, cushions, and rugs with colour and finishes for harmonious spaces.
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Styling Harmonious Interiors
Understand how rooms relate in style and function to achieve cohesive interiors.
What You’ll Do
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Create Complete Decor Schemes
Combine colour, finishes, and fabrics from previous modules to design polished interiors.
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Choose Furniture, Rugs & Accessories
Select pieces for each room to maintain style continuity and visual interest.
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Coordinate Art & Soft Fabrics
Arrange art and textiles so all elements harmonise in a cohesive design.
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Develop Cohesive Sample Boards
Build boards for key rooms to showcase your creative vision professionally.
Module Topics
In Module 9, we will cover the following topics and beyond:
- Furniture
- History, Period & Contemporary Pieces
- Upholstered Furniture
- The Technical Side Of Upholstered Furniture
- Applying The Elements & Principles Of Design
- Specifying A New Piece
- Furniture Safety
- Art
- Sculpture
- Screens
- Photography
- Accessories
- Area Rugs
- Unique Rug Styles
Module Outcomes
By completing Module 9, you will:
- Be confident selecting furniture, art, and accessories for interiors.
- Understand how to create cohesive, harmonious spaces.
- Integrate furniture, decor, and soft fabrics effectively.
- Present professional sample boards for client-ready designs.
- Develop your creative vision while maintaining functional and stylish interiors.
Guidance Every Step of the Way
Our expert tutors will support you throughout Module 9. They provide guidance on furniture selection, art placement, accessory styling, and creating visually cohesive interiors. Receive tips to balance aesthetics, function, and client expectations while ensuring your designs are polished and professional.
Discover the Modules
Explore our course outline page to learn more about the other modules.
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