Program Overview
Interior Architecture and Design, B.
Designing for lifestyles.
Interior architecture and design is about more than creating attractive interiors; it is about solving problems to improve the way people live, work and play.
In this program, you will study the science of combining materials, lighting, colors, furnishings and other design elements to create spaces that are both functional and beautiful. Intensive design studios will give you valuable practice designing for real-world clients. You will also gain skills and have an opportunity to minor in architecture, which will make you more competitive in the job market.
Accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), this professional degree program is one of only few Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Design (B.I.A.D.) programs in the nation.
Degree Fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Are creative and imaginative
- Like to design experiential environments
- Enjoy watching interior design shows on T.V.
- Are a good project manager
- Have strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills
Career Outcomes
With this degree, you could become a/an:
- Residential interior designer
- Healthcare interior designer
- Hospitality interior designer
- Commercial interior designer
- Government interior designer
- Owner of a design firm
- Facility designer
- Set and/or stage designer
- Museum exhibit designer
- Home stager
Program Outline
Careers:
- Residential interior designer
- Healthcare interior designer
- Hospitality interior designer
- Commercial interior designer
- Government interior designer
- Owner of a design firm
- Facility designer
- Set and/or stage designer
- Museum exhibit designer
- Home stager
Other:
- Accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA)
- One of only a few Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Design (B.I.A.D.) programs in the nation
The University of Idaho (U of I) is a public land-grant research university located in Moscow, Idaho. Established on January 30, 1889, and opening its doors on October 3, 1892, it was the state's sole university for 71 years until 1963
Overview
- Type: Public land-grant research university
- Enrollment (Fall 2023): Approximately 11,849 students, including 9,796 undergraduates and 1,929 graduate students
- Campus Size: 1,585 acres
- Mascot: Joe Vandal
- Athletics: Competes in NCAA Division I FCS – Big Sky Conference
Academics
U of I offers over 200 areas of study for undergraduate and graduate students . The university comprises ten colleges and schools, including:
- College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
- College of Art and Architecture
- College of Business and Economics
- College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
- College of Engineering
- College of Graduate Studies
- College of Law
- College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences
- College of Natural Resources
- College of Science.
Campus and Facilities
The Moscow campus features:
- Administration Building: An iconic Collegiate Gothic-style structure with an 80-foot clock tower .
- Bruce M. Pitman Center: A hub for student services, including financial aid, admissions, and student media.
- Kibbie Dome: A multi-purpose indoor stadium for various sports and events.
- Arboretum and Botanical Garden: A 65-acre site with diverse plant species .