Interior Design

Career Cluster: Architecture & Construction

Career Pathway:
Interior Design

Interior Designers create visually appealing and functional spaces by combining their artistic flair with a deep understanding of architecture, color theory, and furnishings. They collaborate with clients to understand their preferences and needs, translating these into cohesive designs that enhance the aesthetics and functionality of indoor environments. Interior designers often work with architects, contractors, and other professionals to bring their creative visions to life, transforming spaces into inviting and harmonious settings.

Potential Course Sequence

*ICCSD Graduation Requirements

View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions

Career-Related Electives

• Entrepreneurship

• Introduction to FCS

• Marketing and Sales

• Personal Finance

• Introduction to Business

• World Languages

• Introduction to ACE

• Textiles and Design

• Housing & Interior Design

*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.

Career-Related Activities

• Art Club

• District Art Show

• Family Career and Community Leaders of America, student-led CTSO

• Technical Theater

• Maker’s Studio

Internship Experiences

• Parade of Home Tours

• Career Inspire

• Kirkwood Career Caravan

• Internships: Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection

• Job Shadows: Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection

• Internship Experience 1, 2 and 3 in a related field

College Admission Requirements

See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.

Potential College Programs

• Studio Art

• Interior Design

• Fashion

Future
Careers

• Interior designer

• Stage designer

• Fashion/apparel designer or illustrator

• Interior designer

• Home furnishing coordinator

• Textile designer or chemist

• Costume designer

Community Partnerships

• Watts Group Realty

• Urban Acres Real Estate

• Luxe Interiors

• Colbert Designs

• DWELL Home Furnishings & Interior Design

• UI School of Art & History