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Denver’s Interior Design School

Located in the RiNo Art District, in the heart of Denver, Colorado

Our interior design school, located in the RiNo Art District, provides aspiring designers the opportunity to cultivate their natural design talents through hands-on learning programs in a supportive classroom environment. Our curriculum enables students to transform their passion into an extraordinary design portfolio. Students build confidence as they acquire the knowledge and skills required to succeed professionally in the industry.

DENVER INTERIOR DESIGN PROGRAMS


  • CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
  • COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
  • SPRING 2025 COURSE SCHEDULE
  • SUMMER 2025 COURSE SCHEDULE
  • FALL 2025 COURSE SCHEDULE
  • WINTER 2026 COURSE SCHEDULE

Fundamentals of Interior Design

Students receive a Certification in Fundamentals of Interior Design once they complete the Fundamentals of Interior Design Program. In this program, students develop a competitive portfolio and expansive knowledge base which empowers them to work in the Interior Design industry. Projects include the full design and presentation of two residential spaces, including an entire home as the final project. Additional client-specific and concept-based activities are incorporated throughout the course to enforce learning and presentation skills. This program puts equal focus toward core design knowledge, design expression and business practices that together enable students to become successful industry professionals.

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Master Certification Program

Students receive an Interior Design Master Certification once they complete the Master Certification Program. This program combines the Fundamentals of Interior Design Program with a series of required courses that provide students with a comprehensive, business-minded interior design education. The Master Certification Program requires completion of the following courses:

    • Fundamentals of Interior Design
    • Digital Presentation
    • Intro to AutoCAD
    • Advanced AutoCAD
    • SketchUp
    • Intro to Kitchen and Bath
    • Revit
    • Commercial Design
    • Construction Basics
    • Professional Development

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Upon completion of the Master Certification Program, graduates are eligible to complete the RIDQC exam to become certified. Learn more about RIDQC here.

Individual courses may also be taken by students not enrolled in the Master Certification Program, and by industry professionals with relevant design education or work experience. Read more about all of our courses on the Course Descriptions tab.

Course Details

To view the overview and schedule for each course, please click on the links in the list to the right. Courses are listed in the recommended order of completion.

Fundamentals of Interior Design

Digital Presentation

Intro to AutoCAD

Advanced AutoCAD

SketchUp

Kitchen & Bath Design

Revit

Commercial Design

Professional Development

Construction Basics

Spring 2025 Course Schedule


Fundamentals of Interior Design (Full-time)

Day: Tuesday – Thursday
Time: 9am – 4:30pm
Date: April 8 – June 26

Digital Presentation

Day: Friday
Time: 9:30am – 12pm
Date: April 11 – May 16

Intro to AutoCAD

Day: Friday
Time: 1pm – 3pm
Date: April 11 – May 16

Advanced AutoCAD

Day: Friday
Time: 10am – 12pm
Date: May 23 – June 27

SketchUp

Day: Friday
Time: 1pm – 3pm
Date: May 23 – June 27

Intro to Kitchen & Bath Design

Day: Wednesday
Time: 9:30am – 12:00pm
Date: April 9 – May 14

Revit

Day: Tuesday
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Date: April 8 – May 27

Commercial Design

Day: Tuesday
Time: 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Date: April 8 – June 24

Professional Development

Day: Wednesday
Time: 9am – 11am
Date: May 21 – June 25

Construction Basics

Day: Wednesday
Time: 12pm – 2pm
Date: May 21 – June 25

Summer 2025 Course Schedule


Intro to AutoCAD

Day: Thursday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: June 26 – July 31

Advanced AutoCAD

Day: Thursday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: August 7 – September 11

SketchUp

Day: Tuesday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: July 8 – August 12

Revit

Day: Tuesday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: July 8 – August 26

Fall 2025 Course Schedule


Fundamentals of Interior Design (Full-time)

Day: Tuesday – Thursday
Time: 9:00am – 4:30pm
Date: September 16 – December 11 (No class Nov. 25 – 27)

Fundamentals of Interior Design (Part-time)

Day: Saturday
Time: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Date: September 20 – March 28 (No class Nov. 29, Dec. 20 or 27th, or Feb. 14)

Digital Presentation

Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Date: September 17 – October 22

OR

Day: Friday
Time: 9:30am – 12:00pm
Date: September 19 – October 24

Intro to AutoCAD

Day: Friday
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Date: September 19 – October 24

OR

Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Date: October 29 – December 10 (No class Nov. 26)

Advanced AutoCAD

Day: Friday
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Date: October 31 – December 12 (No Class Nov. 28)

SketchUp

Day: Friday
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Date: October 31 – December 12 (No Class Nov. 28)

Revit

Day: Tuesday
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Date: September 16 – November 4

Commercial Design

Day: Tuesday
Time: 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Date: September 16 – December 9 (No Class Nov. 25)

Intro to Kitchen & Bath Design

Day: Wednesday
Time: 2:30pm – 5:00pm
Date: September 17 – October 22

Professional Development

Day: Wednesday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: October 29 – December 10 (No Class Nov. 26)

Construction Basics

Day: Wednesday
Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Date: October 29 – December 10 (No Class Nov. 26)

Winter 2026 Course Schedule


Fundamentals of Interior Design (Full-time)

Day: Tuesday – Thursday
Time: 9:00am – 4:30pm
Date: January 6 – March 26

Digital Presentation

Day: Friday
Time: 9:30am – 12:00pm
Date: January 9 – February 13

Intro to AutoCAD

Day: Friday
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Date: January 9 – February 13

Advanced AutoCAD

Day: Friday
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Date: February 20 – March 27

OR

Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Date: January 7 – February 11

SketchUp

Day: Friday
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Date: February 20 – March 27

OR

Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Date: February 18 – March 25

Intro to Kitchen & Bath Design

Day: Wednesday
Time: 2:30pm – 5:00pm
Date: January 7 – February 11

Revit

Day: Tuesday
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Date: January 6 – February 24

Commercial Design

Day: Tuesday
Time: 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Date: January 6 – March 24

Professional Development

Day: Wednesday
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Date: February 18 – March 25

Construction Basics

Day: Wednesday
Time: 1200pm – 2:00pm
Date: February 18 – March 25

Please Note: Course dates and times are subject to change based on extenuating circumstances.  You will be notified as far in advance as possible in the unlikely event this should occur.

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TUITION


Master Certification Program

Fundamentals of Interior Design
Digital Presentation
Intro to AutoCAD
Advanced AutoCAD
SketchUp
Kitchen & Bath Design
Revit
Commercial Design
Construction Basics
Professional Development

Total Tuition: $17,955

Individual Courses

Fundamentals of Interior Design: $8,990
Digital Presentation: $915
Intro to AutoCAD: $755
Advanced AutoCAD: $755
SketchUp: $755
Kitchen & Bath Design: $915
Revit: $985
Commercial Design: $2,375
Construction Basics: $755
Professional Development: $755

Financing Options


Students can make 3 equivalent and consecutive monthly payments for both the Fundamentals Program and Master Certification Program. Click here to see detailed payment plan options.

HSID Denver students are eligible to utilize the GI Bill.

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APPLICATION PROCESS


Step 1: Student Information

Complete the Student Information Form and schedule an appointment.

Take the First Step

Step 2: Apply for Admission

Complete and submit the online Application Form.

Complete the Application Form

Step 3: Enroll

Complete and submit the online Enrollment Agreement.

Complete the Enrollment Agreement

OUR DENVER TEAM


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    • Administration
    • Board Member
    • Instructor

Rhonda Larson

Owner and Executive Director of HSID Denver

Elizabeth Berry

Director, Operations & Communications

Heather Stensby

Fundamentals of Interior Design Instructor

Ashley Luke

Fundamentals of Interior Design & Commercial Design Instructor

Elizabeth Lord-Levitt

Construction Basics Instructor

Christi Knapp

AutoCAD & SketchUp Instructor
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Erica Swanson

Kitchen & Bath and Digital Presentation Instructor

MacKenzie Rattan

Revit Instructor
Keri Hinterreiter and Erin Hildmann

Keri Hinterreiter & Erin Hildmann

Professional Development Instructors

Eli Hariton

Construction Basics Instructor

Catherine Lepine

Digital Presentation Instructor

Nadia Watts

Advisory Board Member

Jennifer McDaniel

Advisory Board Member

Mary Wright

Advisory Board Member

STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES


  • Ulrika’s Story of Starting Over in a New Country and Career

    Portland,Success Stories / May 28, 2025

  • Jackie’s Journey to Creating Beautiful Spaces and Building a Meaningful Career

    Denver,Success Stories / May 20, 2025

  • From Berlin to Seattle: The Story Behind UMA Design Studio

    Seattle,Success Stories / February 6, 2025

  • How Being a Mom Fuels Morgan Miller’s Passion for Interior Design

    Denver,Student Spotlight,Success Stories / January 17, 2025

  • Fearless Journeys: How Emily and Alison Turned Passion into Interior Design Careers

    Portland,Success Stories / October 30, 2024

  • A Bold Leap of Faith: How I Left NYC and Found My Calling in Colorado

    Denver,Interior Design,Success Stories / July 8, 2024

  • From Runaway to Runway: A Story of Resilience and Design

    Interior Design,Seattle,Success Stories / June 27, 2024

  • Designing a Dream: Pelar’s Inspiring Journey from Cancer Warrior to Thriving Entrepreneur

    Design Trends,Featured,Success Stories / June 25, 2024

  • From Wanderlust to Interior Design: Karyn Wingard’s Journey

    Denver,Interior Design,Success Stories / June 20, 2024

  • From Software Sales to Interior Design: A Journey of Passion and Perseverance

    Denver,Interior Design,Success Stories / June 20, 2024

  • A Journey of Empowerment: Deepali’s Story of Passion and Purpose

    Interior Design,Portland,Success Stories / June 18, 2024

  • Unlocking the Genius Within: Stewart Horner’s Journey to Redefining Design

    Portland,Success Stories / June 12, 2024

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  • 🎓✨ Dreams Designed, Futures Defined! ✨🎓

We celebrated BIG as our incredible grads completed the Interior Design Master Certification at @heritageschoolofinteriordenver! đź’« Hosted at the beautiful IDC Building by @tgflooring, the night was filled with inspiration, support, and unstoppable creativity. đź–¤

From a powerhouse designer panel with Denver’s finest — @kimlayneinteriors, @studiothomas , and Michelle Horn (Current ASID Chapter President)— to personal portfolio reviews that left us speechless, the evening was a true reflection of passion meeting purpose.

This is more than a graduation — it’s the start of a lifelong design journey. If you’ve ever dreamed of designing spaces that transform lives, this community is waiting for you.

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  • 🎉 Final presentation day in Denver! Our Fundamentals students just wrapped their full bungalow remodel — and they crushed it. From mood boards to 3D renderings, here is a glimpse into their creativity, vision, and the skills they’ve built from the ground up. 👏🏽🏡✨ more in the coming weeks!!!

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  • Meet Torrey Menachof — a former CFO who’s trading spreadsheets for space planning ✨

After 10 years in finance, Torrey realized it was time to pursue what truly brings her joy: designing beautiful, personal spaces. From remodeling her 1912 bungalow to enrolling at HSID Denver, she’s turning lifelong passion into purpose.

“I wanted my work to reflect not just what I’m good at, but what brings me joy.”

đź”— Read the full feature:
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  • 🎨 From mock interviews to final critiques, our students are owning their final weeks — one pitch, one project, one bold idea at a time. Watch as creativity meets courage and futures take shape. Ready to design yours?

✨ Your path starts here.
📚 Enroll now and bring your vision to life.

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🚨 Summer courses start next week! Start building your future today. There’s still time to enroll!

🎓 Whether you’re pursuing a full program or just want to take a few electives, we’ve got a place for you.

🎨 Listen to the signs. Create your future.

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  • ✨Wrapping up the Spring term with inspiration, creativity, and hands-on learning! Our Fundamentals students from the Heritage School of Interior Design – Denver campus explored an incredible lineup of local vendors today, diving deep into the world of wood flooring, stone slabs, drapery, and more. Huge thanks to Arrigoni Woods, tatterdemalion, The Stone Collection, and Collector’s Specialty Woods for opening your doors and sharing your expertise — these experiences are what shape the designers of tomorrow. đź’«

Fall enrollment is open, and summer tech classes are available and starting soon — come design your future with us!

#InteriorDesignStudents #DesignEducation #DenverDesignScene #HandsOnLearning #HeritageDenver #FieldVisitFridays #FutureDesigners #MaterialsMatter #summerschool
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🎓✨ Dreams Designed, Futures Defined! ✨🎓 We celebrated BIG as our incredible grads completed the Interior Design Master Certification at @heritageschoolofinteriordenver! 💫 Hosted at the beautiful IDC Building by @tgflooring, the night was filled with inspiration, support, and unstoppable creativity. 🖤 From a powerhouse designer panel with Denver’s finest — @kimlayneinteriors, @studiothomas , and Michelle Horn (Current ASID Chapter President)— to personal portfolio reviews that left us speechless, the evening was a true reflection of passion meeting purpose. This is more than a graduation — it’s the start of a lifelong design journey. If you’ve ever dreamed of designing spaces that transform lives, this community is waiting for you. #HeritageSchoolOfInteriorDesign #InteriorDesignLife #DenverDesignScene #DesignYourFuture #TAndGFlooring #InteriorDesignersOfInstagram #DesignCareerPath #FromStudentToDesigner #DesignWithHeart #DreamBigDesignBold
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🎉 Final presentation day in Denver! Our Fundamentals students just wrapped their full bungalow remodel — and they crushed it. From mood boards to 3D renderings, here is a glimpse into their creativity, vision, and the skills they’ve built from the ground up. 👏🏽🏡✨ more in the coming weeks!!! #InteriorDesignSchool #StudentShowcase #DesignPresentation #DenverDesign #BungalowRemodel #InteriorDesignStudents #DesignFundamentals #FutureDesigners #CreativeJourney #TradeSchoolDesign #DesignInspo
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Meet Torrey Menachof — a former CFO who’s trading spreadsheets for space planning ✨ After 10 years in finance, Torrey realized it was time to pursue what truly brings her joy: designing beautiful, personal spaces. From remodeling her 1912 bungalow to enrolling at HSID Denver, she’s turning lifelong passion into purpose. “I wanted my work to reflect not just what I’m good at, but what brings me joy.” 🔗 Read the full feature:
Student Spotlight: A Q&A with a Seasoned Interior Designer Expanding Her Skills at HSID
🎓 @torreymenachof_design ; @torrey.menachof Family photo: @katie.baechler.photo #StudentSpotlight #InteriorDesignSchool #CareerChangeJourney #CFOToCreative #HSIDDenver #WomenInDesign #DesignWithPurpose #SecondCareerSuccess #CreativePivot #InteriorDesignStudent
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🎨 From mock interviews to final critiques, our students are owning their final weeks — one pitch, one project, one bold idea at a time. Watch as creativity meets courage and futures take shape. Ready to design yours? ✨ Your path starts here. 📚 Enroll now and bring your vision to life. #InteriorDesignSchool #DesignYourPath #CreativeJourney #FutureDesigner #DesignStudents #FinalWeekVibes #MockInterviewMagic #InteriorDesignLife #DesignInspiration #EnrollNow #DesignWithPurpose #IDPortfolioWeek
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The signs are all around you... Ready to follow them? 🌟 Watch our talented students bring commercial spaces to life—through powerful team presentations and design tech skills. 💡✨ 🚨 Summer courses start next week! Start building your future today. There’s still time to enroll! 🎓 Whether you’re pursuing a full program or just want to take a few electives, we’ve got a place for you. 🎨 Listen to the signs. Create your future. #InteriorDesignSchool #DesignYourFuture #HospitalityDesign #AutoCAD #DesignTech #SummerCourses #CreativeCareers #InteriorDesignStudents #TradeSchoolLife #EnrollNow #DesignReel #StudentShowcase #LearnDesign #CADskills
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✨Wrapping up the Spring term with inspiration, creativity, and hands-on learning! Our Fundamentals students from the Heritage School of Interior Design – Denver campus explored an incredible lineup of local vendors today, diving deep into the world of wood flooring, stone slabs, drapery, and more. Huge thanks to Arrigoni Woods, tatterdemalion, The Stone Collection, and Collector’s Specialty Woods for opening your doors and sharing your expertise — these experiences are what shape the designers of tomorrow. 💫 Fall enrollment is open, and summer tech classes are available and starting soon — come design your future with us! #InteriorDesignStudents #DesignEducation #DenverDesignScene #HandsOnLearning #HeritageDenver #FieldVisitFridays #FutureDesigners #MaterialsMatter #summerschool
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  • ABOUT
    • OWNER & CEO
    • HERITAGE TEAM
    • SUCCESS STORIES
    • RIDQC CERTIFICATION
    • STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
    • DESIGN ASSOCIATIONS
    • CAREER SERVICES
  • CAMPUSES
    • PORTLAND
    • DENVER
    • SEATTLE
    • DALLAS – NEW!
    • SALT LAKE CITY – NEW!
    • LOS ANGELES – COMING SOON!
    • VIRTUAL
  • ADMISSIONS
  • EDITORIAL
    • HERITAGE DESIGN MAGAZINE
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  • HSID OWNER/PARTNER
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