Welcome to Interior Design
Interior Design at North Dakota State University is part of the School of Design, Architecture and Art, where students learn to create thoughtful, functional and human-centered interior environments. Through immersive studio experiences and hands-on learning, students develop the creative, technical and professional skills needed to design spaces that enhance well-being, accessibility and sustainability.
One Department. United in Design.
Interior Design is part of the Department of Architecture and Interior Design, where both programs operate within a shared culture of collaboration and innovation. While each discipline maintains its own professional focus, students benefit from interdisciplinary dialogue and a unified commitment to advancing the quality and impact of the built environment.
Program Overview
Design Spaces. Shape Experiences.
The NDSU Interior Design program blends creativity, technical skill and critical thinking to prepare students for professional practice and advanced study. Through studio-based learning, hands-on projects and real-world experience, students develop a strong foundation in design theory, materials, building systems and human-centered design.
Graduates leave the program ready to design interiors that are both aesthetically compelling and responsive to human needs.
Careers in Interior Design
Graduates pursue careers in a variety of design-related fields, including:
- Interior Designer
- Commercial or Residential Designer
- Workplace and Healthcare Design
- Hospitality Design
- Sustainable Design Consulting
Curriculum & Studio Experience
Students progress through a structured curriculum that integrates design studios, technical courses and supporting coursework. Studio projects challenge students to solve real-world design problems while building a strong professional portfolio.
Courses emphasize:
- Space planning and design development
- Materials, finishes and lighting
- Building systems and codes
- Sustainability and wellness
- Digital tools and visualization
