Interior Design
Turn creativity into spaces that inspire, function, and make an impact.
The Interior Design programme at Buruburu Institute of Fine Arts is designed to nurture creativity while equipping learners with the practical and technical skills needed to succeed in the interior design industry. Through a blend of hands-on projects, creative exploration, and critical design thinking, students develop their imagination, observation, conceptual thinking, problem-solving, and practical abilities.
The programme follows the TVET-CDACC Competency-Based Curriculum, offering both Level 5 and Level 6 training. Learners gain industry-relevant skills in:
- Conceptualizing interior designs
- Communicating interior design drawings
- Interior design finishing
- Developing soft furnishings and accessories
- Developing furniture and fittings
- Constructing building elements and components
- Managing interior design projects
The curriculum encourages learners to explore their individual creativity while developing the confidence to create innovative, cost-effective, functional, and environmentally conscious designs for residential and public spaces.
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue a wide range of exciting careers, including:
Space Planner | Kitchen Designer | Furniture Designer | Interior Decorator | Commercial Interior Designer | Contract Designer | Display Designer | Lighting Consultant | Upholstery Consultant | Indoor Plant Designer | Landscape Designer
Whether you aspire to work professionally, start your own design practice, or build a career in the wider creative industry, the programme provides a strong foundation for turning your creative ideas into purposeful and professional spaces.
What you'll learn
- Conceptualising interior design
- Communicating interior design drawings
- Performing interior design finishing
- Developing interior design soft furnishing and accessories
- Developing interior furniture and fittings
- Constructing building elements and components
- Managing interior design projects
Requirements
Applicants for a Diploma course should have a mean grade of C- (minus) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or its equivalent, along with demonstrated artistic talent. Applicants who merit consideration will be called for an interview before final selection.
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