Welcome

This first module, An Introduction to Interior Finishings is the starting point for you becoming and Interior Finishings Expert!

I am thrilled that you are hear and I know that learning about this category will be a game changer for your design business.

At the end of this module, you will be able to:

Learning Objectives

  • identify products that make up the category of Interior Finishings

  • classify Interior Finishings products appropriate for your Kitchen design projects

  • understand why Interior Finishings are a good fit for the Professional Kitchen Designer

  • identify Interior Finishings attributes that contribute to specific interior decor styles

  • recognize the value of selecting Interior Finishings for your Kitchen Design projects and other areas of the home

Course curriculum

  • 01

    Introduction

    • Introduction and Learning Objectives

    • Becoming an Interior Finishings Expert

  • 02

    Interior Finishings Elements

    • Trim and Interior Doors

    • Ceiling and Wall Treatments

    • Stairway Systems and Posts & Columns

    • Pop Quiz

  • 03

    Why Interior Finishings

    • Why Interior Finishings

  • 04

    Interior Finishing Decor Styles

    • Decor Styles Part 1

    • Decor Styles Part 2

    • Decor Styles Part 3

    • Decor Styles Part 4

    • Pop Quiz

  • 05

    Owning the Hallway

    • Owning the Hallway

    • Summary

    • Test Your Learnings

Jan Rutgers B.Sc. H.Ec.

Meet Your Instructor

Jan Rutgers has been a professional kitchen designer for more than 25 years. She has designed over 1000 kitchens and is the perfect person to guide you on your kitchen design training journey. Jan is passionate about the kitchen design industry and encourages you to follow in her footsteps by becoming a top kitchen designer yourself. For more information on Jan, check out http://vestabul.com/about.

Jan Rutgers

President, Vestabul School of Design