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Classes Starting May 11

DESIGN
YOUR
FUTURE

California's Premier Interior Design School · Newport Beach

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Shape Your Creative Path

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Student Showcase

Where Vision Becomes Reality

Our students create stunning spaces that bridge imagination and craftsmanship, guided by world-class faculty.

40+

Years of Excellence

Shaping the next generation of designers since 1984

4Degree Programs
2Accreditations

Why IDI?

Small Classes

15:1 student-to-faculty ratio

Newport Beach

Heart of SoCal design

Industry Faculty

Learn from working designers

Color palette and design materials

12 Weeks

Certificate Course

Modern interior design by Lissete Laverde

24-48 Months

Associate of Arts

Modern interior space by Benyamin Bohlouli

30-54 Months

CIDA

Bachelor of Arts

Vaulted ceiling staircase interior

12-15 Months

Master of Interior Architecture

CIDA & ACCSC

Accredited

Nationally recognized for educational quality

Design Inspiration

The World of Interior Design

From residential retreats to commercial showpieces — the kind of spaces you'll learn to create at IDI.

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Your Future

Careers in Interior Design

An interior design degree opens doors to diverse, creative career paths — from luxury residences to restaurants, hotels, yachts, and beyond.

Upscale restaurant interior with warm ambient lighting

Restaurant Design

Luxury hotel lobby with modern furnishings

Hotel & Hospitality

Elegant yacht interior with panoramic windows

Yacht & Boat Interiors

Luxurious private jet cabin interior

Private Jet Interiors

Modern retail boutique with curated displays

Retail Store Design

Modern healthcare facility with calming design

Healthcare & Wellness

Contemporary corporate office with open floor plan

Corporate Office Design

Luxury residential living room with designer furniture

Residential Luxury

Dramatic stage and set design with theatrical lighting

Film & TV Set Design

Modern museum gallery space with architectural lighting

Museum & Exhibition

Tranquil spa interior with natural materials

Spa & Resort Design

Designer kitchen with premium finishes and fixtures

Kitchen & Bath Design

42+

Years

of Excellence

4

Programs

Certificate to Master's

15:1

Ratio

Student-to-Faculty

1000+

Graduates

& Counting

Student Stories

When looking for an interior design school, I chose IDI because of its excellent reputation and the positive things I was hearing from IDI graduates and students alike. I was attracted to the smallness of the school and felt that it was a good fit for my interior design education. The education I received at IDI set me up well for my future career in design. As the principal of Haus of Design, I am fortunate to work in an industry I love and work with other creatives who inspire me daily! I also value the connection I still maintain with IDI, as some of our best interns have come from the school, and we have also hired IDI graduates as designers at the company.

Nicole Perrault

Principal, Haus of Design

Associate of Arts Degree in Interior Design

IDI campus in Newport Beach
Design CentersLuxury ShowroomsCoastal Inspiration

Our Campus

Newport Beach, California

Study in one of Southern California's most inspiring design communities. Our Newport Beach location places you at the heart of a thriving creative ecosystem, with direct access to world-class design centers including the Laguna Design Center and Stonemill Design Center.

Minutes from premier design showrooms
Surrounded by iconic architecture and interiors
A coastal setting that inspires creativity

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Next Class: May 11

Your Design Career
Starts Here

Take the first step toward a rewarding career in interior design. Join a community of passionate creatives at California's premier design school.