B.Sc. in Interior Design & Entrepreneurship

Design Spaces. Build Studios. Shape Experiences.

The B.Sc. in Interior Design & Entrepreneurship at ADI – Academy of Design & Innovation is designed for students who want to build a strong future in interior design, space planning, styling, material selection, design presentation, project execution and interior entrepreneurship.

This programme helps students move from ideas to concepts, from concepts to layouts, from layouts to visual presentations, and from presentations to real interior design projects, portfolios, studios and professional opportunities.

Structured as a three/four-year undergraduate programme with honours, across six/eight semesters in accordance with the National Education Policy framework.

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PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Interior Design today is not only about decorating spaces. It is about understanding people, lifestyles, functionality, materials, lighting, technology, sustainability, branding, comfort and experience.

The B.Sc. in Interior Design & Entrepreneurship is created to help students develop creative thinking, technical design skills, spatial understanding, professional confidence and entrepreneurial ability.

Students learn about design principles, space planning, materials, construction techniques, digital technologies, professional documentation, site exposure, sustainability, research, client presentation and interior design entrepreneurship.

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

At a glance

PROGRAMME: B.Sc. in Interior Design & Entrepreneurship
LEVEL: Undergraduate Degree Programme
DURATION: Three / Four Years with Honours pathway
SEMESTERS: Six / Eight Semesters
ELIGIBILITY: 10+2 / Grade 12 / HSC / A Level / O Level / IBDP / IBCP or equivalent
APPROACH: Studio-based, project-based, industry-oriented
FOCUS AREAS: Interior Design, Space Planning, Materials, Digital Design, Technical Drawing, Site Execution, Portfolio, Project Management, Entrepreneurship
AVAILABLE AT: ADI Mumbai – Kandivali, Thakur School of Architecture and Planning

WHO SHOULD JOIN

Built for future-ready creators

Want to build a career in Interior Design
Interested in designing homes, offices, retail spaces, cafés, studios and lifestyle environments
Want to understand space planning, materials, furniture, colour, lighting and styling
Wish to develop a professional interior design portfolio
Want to learn technical drawing, digital tools and design documentation
Interested in starting an interior studio, design practice or creative venture
Want undergraduate-level education in interiors with practical learning and industry exposure

WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT

A studio-first ADI experience

Not limited to classroom theory, students learn through studio-based projects, site exposure, internships, industry interaction and portfolio-based work.
Students are trained to think creatively, plan spaces practically, communicate professionally and understand the business side of interior design.
The curriculum promotes multidisciplinary learning, sustainability, entrepreneurship, research orientation and holistic development.

CURRICULUM

What you will study

Interior Design Studio
Space Planning
Residential Design
Office Design
Retail Design
Hospitality Design
Healthcare Design
Mixed-Use & Institutional Interiors
Material Studies
Furniture & Accessories
Technical Drawing & Drafting
CAD Drafting Skills
3D Modelling & Visualisation
BIM for Interiors
Service Drawings & Coordination
Sustainable & Green Interiors
Research in Interior Design
AI and AR/VR Applications
Project Management
Interior Product Lifecycle Management
Professional Ethics & Design Law
Portfolio Development & Brand Identity
Start-Up Studio & Client Management
Internship & Industry Projects

LEARNING JOURNEY

Year by year, semester by semester

Year 1, Foundation in Interior Design

Building the basic design foundation: residential interiors, design ideation, visual communication, material handling, technical drawing and CAD skills.

Design fundamentals & residential space planning
Office interior design basics
Ideation, visual communication & illustration
Material handling & measurement techniques
Technical drawing, drafting & CAD
3D digital design basics
Environmental studies & communication for designers

Year 2, Technical Skills, Detailing & Retail

Move towards stronger technical understanding and applied interior design practice with detailing, BIM and retail design.

Set design & retail design
Advanced detailing & working drawings
BIM for interiors
Site execution & service coordination basics
Estimation & costing
Sustainable and green interiors
Client pitching & design business basics

Year 3, Hospitality, Healthcare, Research & Industry

Advanced sectors and professional readiness: hospitality, healthcare, capstone showcases, research, AI/AR/VR and internships.

Hospitality & healthcare interiors
Capstone project showcase
Furniture art, accessories & environmental control systems
Research in interior design
AI and AR/VR applications
Interior forecasting & consumer insights
Entrepreneurship basics, internship & industry project

Year 4, Honours, Portfolio & Studio Building

Advanced professional and entrepreneurial readiness: mixed-use interiors, portfolio, brand identity, live projects and start-up studio.

Advanced, mixed-use & institutional interiors
Portfolio development & brand identity
Industry interiors & live projects
Sustainable & smart interiors
Project management & lifecycle management
Capstone thesis & integrated studio
Professional ethics, design law, start-up studio & client management

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Skills you walk away with

Understand design principles and spatial planning
Create residential, commercial and institutional interior concepts
Develop layouts, mood boards, material boards and presentations
Use CAD, 3D modelling and digital visualisation tools
Prepare working drawings and service coordination layouts
Apply sustainable and responsible design thinking
Use research methods for interior design projects
Build a professional interior design portfolio
Understand client communication and project management
Explore interior entrepreneurship and studio-building possibilities

CAREER PATHWAYS

Where this can take you

Interior Designer
Interior Stylist
Space Planner
Residential Interior Designer
Commercial Interior Designer
Retail Space Designer
Hospitality Interior Designer
Healthcare Interior Designer
Furniture Design Assistant
Material & Finish Consultant
CAD Drafting Professional
3D Visualisation Assistant
Site Coordination Assistant
Interior Project Coordinator
Visual Merchandising Professional
Interior Design Entrepreneur
Interior Studio Owner
Design Consultant

AVAILABLE CAMPUSES

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Available at ADI Mumbai – Kandivali, Thakur School of Architecture and Planning. Speak with the ADI Career Expert for campus availability and admission details.

MUMBAI

Kandivali Campus

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ADMISSION ELIGIBILITY

10+2 / Grade 12 / HSC / A Level / O Level / IBDP / IBCP or equivalent qualification from any recognised board. Admission may include academic credentials, aptitude test and personal interview as per the prescribed process.

Begin your interior design journey with ADI

Design spaces. Build your portfolio.

Understand interior business. Create your future with design.

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