FOUNDATION PROGRAMME - START YOUR INTERIOR DESIGN JOURNEY

Interested in interior design but not sure where to begin? Our six-month Foundation Programme is for complete beginners and career changers who want to learn the basics and understand what goes into a real design project.

You’ll work through a project from the first client brief onwards. It encompasses such things as analysing the property, planning space, creating concepts, selecting colours and materials, designing with furniture and lighting, and budgeting and project management.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

Understand client briefs and what a project needs
Look at properties, room layouts and how people use a space
Create concepts and moodboards from your initial ideas
Learn about colour, materials, finishes and lighting
Explore furniture, FF&E and the basics of bespoke joinery
Get familiar with budgets, costings and project planning
Learn how to communicate with clients, suppliers and contractors
Work towards a portfolio as you develop your skills

Learn Through Practical Project Work

Live teaching and professional studio critique sessions take place twice each week, giving you regular opportunities to ask questions, discuss your work and learn from Sofiya’s experience.

Instructor

SOFIYA BURNUSUZ

Programme Length

6 Months

Suitable For

Complete beginners and career changers

WHAT IS THE ACADEMY COMMUNITY?

It is a space where students can keep in touch outside the live sessions. You can discuss your projects, ask questions, share work and talk about the things you are learning.

HOW DOES THE PROGRAMME WORK?

You’ll learn by working through different situations that come up during an interior design project. This includes understanding a client, developing a design, presenting your ideas, dealing with changes, working on specifications and costings, and learning about the steps involved in getting a project delivered.

A COMMUNITY FOR ASPIRING DESIGNERS

You won’t be learning in isolation. The Academy community gives you a place to talk about design, share ideas and see what other students are working on.

WHO IS THE FOUNDATION PROGRAMME FOR?

This programme is a starting point for people who have an interest in interior design but do not have professional experience. It can also suit those thinking about changing careers or wanting to learn more before taking their first step into the industry.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON DURING THE PROGRAMME?

EXCELLENT

Based on 14 reviews

Otis Wibaut

Working with Sofiya has been a great experience. The quality in her work is outstanding, I would highly recommend.

Arabe Y

Sofiya is an exceptionally creative and genuinely wholesome individual who consistently goes above and beyond for her customers. She takes the time to truly listen, ensuring that every detail and preference is thoughtfully considered throughout the design process. Her ability to translate ideas into visually compelling and well-executed designs is impressive, and her technical skills are truly unmatched. What sets Sofiya apart is her intentional and client-focused approach to design. She is detail-oriented, patient, and highly communicative, making the entire collaboration seamless and enjoyable. Her professionalism, creativity, and passion for her craft are evident in every step of the process. I can confidently say it was a pleasure working with her, and I would highly recommend Sofiya Designs to anyone seeking high-quality, thoughtful, and beautifully executed design work.

Paul Flynn

We’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Sofiya and her interior design company and we can honestly say she’s exceptional at what she does. Sofiya has a fantastic eye for detail and design, and she always brings fresh, creative ideas that elevate every project. Her professionalism, passion, and ability to truly understand what clients want make her stand out in the industry. It’s always a smooth and enjoyable process working alongside her, and the end results speak for themselves. Highly recommend Sofiya to anyone looking for outstanding interior design!

Irina Fixel

Very talented designer with attention to detail and careful and attentive customer service. Would highly recommend

Sangeeta viswanath

I had the pleasure of working with Sofiya as my interior designer, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! She provided excellent ideas and thoughtful suggestions that truly transformed my space into something both beautiful and functional. Sofiya was always quick to respond to any queries and made alterations promptly, ensuring the entire process was smooth and stress-free. What impressed me most was her ability to give a cohesive theme to the entire house, making sure every room complemented each other perfectly. Her attention to detail and passion for design were evident throughout the project. I highly recommend Sofiya to anyone looking for a talented, professional, and reliable interior designer!

Hitakkshi Makkwana

Sofiya had been very professional and the whole process was very smooth. It has been a pleasure working with her. Highly recommended. Thank you

benny parker

We had a whole office refit including a brand new design, furniture and lighting. It was really great working with Sofiya, some amazing ideas and great designs, all delivered and completed on time. We are quite please with the whole project and its great when things go as planned and within budget.

Olly

It was an absolute pleasure working with Sofiya and I am very happy with the exceptional service provided and received. Sofiya constantly demonstrated interest and enthusiasm with high level of proficiency, knowledge and professionalism making the journey enjoyable, transparent and easy. Her advice and comments were spot on and heartfelt. She took on board my comments and input and was happy to discuss at length my ideas for the project. I thoroughly recommend using Sofiya and will definitely be going back to her again. I can’t thank you enough!

Sofiya has desgined a number of projects for me in the past and present. Her intricate design and extensive experience and knowledge of the commercial and residential industry allows Sofiya to excel the clients expectation. We especially love Sofiyas use of multiple materials to collectively produce some fantastic designs.

Discover the Secrets Behind Beautiful Interiors

Get a glimpse into Sofiya’s approach to interior design with our complimentary training video.