Continuing Education

Do humans have an innate connection to nature? If so, what does that mean for interior design?

Attendees in this course gain an understanding of the concept of Biophilia, and learn how biophilic design principles can be used when designing interiors. The content focuses on visual and material elements that give occupants a connection to nature, especially through surface materials. Attendees learn how Biophilia and “positive distraction” can reinforce beneficial effects for wellness. The curriculum also reviews current building standards that give credit for using biophilic principles in interior design.

Designers: IDCEC Course Number: provided upon completion, Continuing Education Units: 0.1, Designation: HSW
Architects: AIA Course Number: SC0791, Learning Units: 1

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What is color? How do our eyes detect color and our brains interpret what we see? How else do we respond to color?

In this course, attendees learn about color and the visible light spectrum, how our eyes perceive color and how our brains interpret color. The neuroscience behind our perceptions of color is demonstrated with examples of color perception and color relativity. In the section “working with color,” basic color terms, the color wheel, complementary colors, and tints and shades are demonstrated. The course also discusses the psychology of color and color associations globally.

Designers: IDCEC Course Number: provided upon completion, Continuing Education Units: 0.1
Architects: AIA Course Number: SC0852, Learning Units: 1

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