Interior Design
The Interior Design program is an immersive journey where creativity meets purpose.
Here you are empowered to design spaces that not only resonate aesthetically but also address client needs and environmental responsibility. With an emphasis on design thinking, research, trends, and sustainability, students develop their unique style while mastering the art of creating impactful, functional spaces.
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Bachelor’s Interior Design
Interior design is more than just aesthetics; it’s about creating spaces that are functional, comfortable, and safe. These environments subtly influence how we live, work, and connect, impacting our health, education, productivity, and overall quality of life.
Collaborative Learning Environment
Through collaboration, students learn to push boundaries, balancing innovation with a commitment to responsible design. Interior Design students at CCS are encouraged to think holistically about creating spaces that respond to the way people live, whether at home, work, or within their communities.
Global Exposure & International Travel Opportunities
We support our students in expanding their design perspectives globally. Students have the opportunity to attend prestigious events like the Milan Design Week, where they can participate in the Domus Academy exhibition, and take part in a week-long workshop in Logroño, Spain, allowing them to gain international design experience and network with global industry leaders.
Access to National Scholarship Opportunities
Our department actively encourages and supports students in competing for national scholarships, helping them fund their education and build their credentials. This includes the Angelo Donghia Foundation Scholarship, offering a substantial award of $30,000, as well as opportunities with the NEWH Scholarship, a respected award in the hospitality industry.
Instructors with Industry Expertise and Networking Support
Our instructors are seasoned industry professionals who bring real-world insights directly into the classroom. Beyond teaching, they actively help students build network connections, opening doors to internships, mentorships, and industry collaborations that support students’ career paths and professional growth.
Bachelor of Design Transfer Pathway
Designed for transfer students who already hold an associate degree, our Bachelor of Design (BDes) Completion Degree builds upon your existing foundation, allowing you to graduate in just two years. This program is engineered to expand your ability to solve complex, real-world challenges within the built environment and interior spaces.
You’ll earn 60–61 credits directly at CCS to finish your degree on a fast, focused timeline. Because this is a true completion program, you only pay tuition for four semesters. It’s an efficient, affordable way to level up your education, maximize your transfer credits, and join the ranks of our talented alumni.
The curriculum emphasizes strategic thinking, project management, environmental responsibility and business objectives. Graduates emerge fully prepared to contribute to multidisciplinary teams, and manage design integration from initial concept to final implementation.
As part of this advanced curriculum, students investigate how people experience interior space through:
- Environmental Psychology, Research & User Behavior
- Sustainable Design & Eco-Responsibility
- Emerging Technologies & Digital Tools
- Service Design & Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Interior Designer
- Workplace Experience Design
- Experiential Design
- Spatial User Experience (UX) Design
- Service Design for the Built Environment
- Retail Innovation
- Exhibition and Environmental Experience Design
- Design Project Management
- Coordination within multidisciplinary design teams
Your Future, In Motion
With our extensive industry connections spanning over a century, we ensure that the active learning our students engage in aligns with industry needs, preparing them for careers.
Cutting-Edge Spaces for Creative Minds
Enjoy unlimited access to industry-standard facilities that prepare you for real-world production.
Internationally, nationally and right here in Detroit, Communication Design & Strategy graduates pursue multiple avenues upon graduation
*Note: This information was gathered using Lightcast Labor Market Analytics and includes the median salary for the lifetime of a career in these specific professions. CCS alumni outcomes may vary.
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