Bachelor of Design in Interior Designing at AAFT University Raipur

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AAFT has been providing education in media, arts,and management for the past 30 years.

ABOUT THE B.Des. (Honors) (Interior Design)

The B.Des. (Honors) (Interior Design) program is a 4-year integrated undergraduate degree that develops students into professional interior designers and spatial thinkers. The program builds design capability through advanced studio practice, material exploration, spatial planning, and critical design inquiry, enabling students to create functional, aesthetic, and human-centred interior environments. Students work in dedicated design studios, model-making labs, and digital visualization suites while engaging in live projects, site visits, and industry-led workshops. The program follows a 160-credit Honours pathway for advanced design specialization and professional readiness. The curriculum includes –

Basic Design & Visual Arts, History of Interiors, and Building Materials & Construction Technology
Room Space Design, Residential & Commercial Space Design, Furniture Design I & II, and Duplex/Villa/Hotel Lobby Design
AutoCAD, Advance AutoCAD, SketchUp, Design Execution Drawing, Estimate & Costing, and Digital Fabrication & Prototyping
Vastu, Interior Materials, Building Services, Energy Efficient Interiors, Sustainable Interiors, Vernacular Interiors, and Interior Landscape
Research Methodology, Project Management, Experiential Interior Design, and Dissertation (for Research track)

The pedagogy is built across six learning pillars:

Integrated Theory–Practice Learning
Studio-Based Design Exploration
Process-Oriented & Critical Design Thinking
Technology-Enabled Design & Fabrication
Industry Exposure & Professional Engagement
Entrepreneurial & Market-Oriented Learning

Program Duration: 4 Years

Credits: 160 B.Des. (Honors) (Interior Design)

Start Date: August 2026

Learning Outcomes

Develop innovative design concepts, create mood boards, sketches, layouts, elevations, and 3D visualizations, applying principles of space planning, Color, lighting, and materials.
Gain proficiency in AutoCAD & and detailed working drawings.
Acquire expertise in interior finishes, furniture systems, lighting, and sustainable materials, with the ability to select and specify based on aesthetics, functionality, and cost
Develop project management skills through site visits, client interactions, market surveys, workshops, and cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset for independent or freelance practice
Enhance presentation, visualization, and client communication skills, while fostering teamwork, collaboration, and efficiency in multidisciplinary projects and live design assignments.

Assessments

The B.Des. (Honors) (Interior Design) program at AAFT follows a comprehensive assessment system to evaluate students’ creative, technical, and professional competencies throughout the course. A balanced mix of formative and summative assessments ensures continuous learning and skill development. Students are assessed through design portfolios, concept boards, mood boards, and sketches that demonstrate conceptualisation and execution abilities. Presentations and viva sessions evaluate communication, client interaction, and problem-solving skills, while site visit reports, industry project submissions, and market survey analyses assess professional readiness and applied understanding.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS

The curriculum is designed to balance the creative, technical, and managerial aspects of interior design, aligning with current industry practices.
Structured guidance for building professional portfolios featuring technical drawings, 3D models, and conceptual designs.
Site visits, industry internships, and live projects that strengthen practical understanding and client-handling skills.
Regular sessions are conducted by architects, interior designers, and product specialists to connect academics with industry insights.
Access to advanced digital fabrication tools, including 3D printers, supports innovation and prototyping.
Emphasis on eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient solutions, and green interior practices.
Exposure to current market trends, costing practices, and client expectations.

Student Projects

All our Interior Designing courses are designed to offer comprehensive practical training to the students. As a part of the curriculum, students design their furniture, makeover spaces, etc., to build a unique sense of style while mastering the technicalities involved in the field.

2D & 3D drawings on sheets

Preparing technical drawings

2D & 3D drawings on Software

Preparing material board

SYLLABUS

Throughout the course, the students are provided with following projects

Semester I

Basic Design & Visual Arts (4-Credits)

History of Interiors (4-Credits)

Building Materials & Construction Technology-I (4-Credits)

Communicative English (4-Credits)

General Elective-I (A) (4-Credits)

Physical Health & Fitness (2-Credits)

Semester II

Room Space Design (4-Credits)

Introduction to AutoCAD (4-Credits)

Building Materials & Construction Technology-II (4-Credits)

Academic Writing (2-Credits)

General Elective I (B) (4-Credits)

Computer Applications (2-Credits)

Semester III

Vastu (4-Credits)

Furniture Design – I (4-Credits)

Advance AutoCAD (4-Credits)

Residential Space Design /Café Design/Retail Store Design (4-Credits)

Professional Communication (4-Credits)

Environmental Studies (2-Credits)

Semester IV

Interior Materials (4-Credits)

Furniture Design – II (4-Credits)

Sketchup (4-Credits)

Duplex Space Design /Restaurant & Bar Design/Showroom Space Design (4-Credits)

Soft Skills Training (2-Credits)

EDGE-1 (2-Credits)

Semester V

Design Execution Drawing (4-Credits)

Estimate & Costing (4-Credits)

Building Services (4-Credits)

3 & 4 BHK Space Design /Luxury Hotel Room Design/Office Space Design (4-Credits)

Traditional Concepts in Interiors (2 Credits)

EDGE-2 (2-Credits)

Semester VI

Hotel Lobby Space Design /Villa Space Design/Exhibition Space Design (4-Credits)

Interior Automation/Product Development/Interior Furnishing (4-Credits)

Low-Cost Interiors/Soft Furnishing /Vernacular Interiors (4-Credits)

Internship (4-Credits)

Digital Fabrication and Prototyping (2 Credits)

EDGE-3 (2-Credits)

Semester VII

Energy Efficient Interiors (4-Credits)

Interior Landscape (4-Credits)

Research Methodology (4-Credits)

Biophilic Interiors /Role of Crafts & Technology in Interiors/Climatology (4-Credits)

Clinic Space Design /Multi-Specialty Hospital Space Design/Commercial Space Planning & Design (4-Credits)

Semester VIII

Sustainable Interiors (4-Credits)

Project Management (4-Credits)

Dissertation (12-Credits)

JOB ROLES/ CAREER PROSPECTS

The course will prepare you for a wide variety of roles in Design field such as

Software Proficiency

The B.Des. (Honors) (Interior Design) program introduces students to essential digital tools used in contemporary interior design practice. Students work with industry-relevant technologies to support spatial planning, concept development, visual communication, 3D visualisation, portfolio creation, and professional presentation.

Tools

AutoCAD
SketchUp
3Ds Max

PLACEMENT TIE-UPS

GET TRAINED BY THE WORLD-CLASS FACULTY

We boast a team of highly qualified professors who are acclaimed practitioners in their respective industries. The team is dedicated to helping students prepare themselves for a successful career and life through their enriched insights and experience.

Mr. Devesh Keshwani

School Coordinator SOID

Ms. Naina Agrawal

Assistant Professor SOID

Ms. Nuria Niyaz

Assistant Professor SOID

OUR INFRASTRUCTURE

Our state-of-the-art infrastructure boasts industry-relevant advanced studios, labs, high-end equipment, the latest I-Macs and windows systems with relevant software, etc., to ensure that students get a first-hand understanding of industry concepts and work.