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Course Description

Learning from the past is imperative to creating good design in the future. In this course we will discuss the most influential interior designers of the 20th and 21st centuries. We will learn not only how they made their mark in history, but also what led them to become the most prominent designers in the Western world. We will discuss each designer’s signature style, how it was perceived at that moment, and how it has transcended time. We will cover all areas of design—from modernist to minimalist to traditional and transitional.

Prerequisites

Students must be an adult age 18 or older to participate.

Instructors

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Online, Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 12, 2026 to Feb 22, 2026
Contact Hours
18.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $485.00 Click here to get more information
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 02, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 18, 2025 to Jan 08, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jan 12, 2026 to Feb 22, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

Students are responsible for purchasing their own art supplies, equipment, software subscriptions, and/or books. For most classes, the cost is under $125 (estimate). A supply list will be available on the course site in Canvas at least 30 days prior to the first day of class. 

Once you have received your enrollment confirmation and logged in to Canvas, navigate to Upcoming Courses on the left-hand side of your dashboard. Supplies will be listed on your course homepage under the supplies heading. Some or all of your course supplies are available at the RISD Store. 

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