IDO - Interior Design Online

Thinking about studying interior design online, but unsure whether online learning is a legitimate study path? Check out our essential guide for all the answers and a few myth busters.

Whatever's holding you back, chances are we've covered it.

/ What are the advantages of studying interior design online?
/ Is a university degree a better path than a vocational course?
/ Why do interior design credentials and qualifications matter?
/ What should you look for in an online interior design course?
/ Do employers take online interior design qualifications seriously?
/ What do Interior Designers earn, and how flexible is the work?

Get the answers and see if online study is the right fit for you.
https://interiordesignonline.edu.au/studying-interior-design-online/

Eyes on our alumni / This gorgeous bathhouse with quiet retro vibes was designed by IDO graduate Ishoa Rose Scozzafava.⁠
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"Drawing inspiration from classic European bathhouses, the space layers warm lighting, earthy tones and nostalgic detailing to create an atmosphere that feels both familiar and restorative," says Ishoa.⁠
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Planning our visit as we speak!⁠
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Designer: Rose Co by Design⁠
Project: Dip Bathhouse⁠
Photography: Alyne Media

Retail design doesn't have to be all about shelves and spotlights. It's about creating a feeling and a brand experience. Love Isabelle was designed by Coffeyhallett to feel like home, not a store. You're invited to slow down, get comfortable, and let the jewellery find you in warm, softer moments of discovery.

Photography by Lillie Thompson

YSG Studio has taken out the 2026 Australian Interior Design Award for Residential Decoration with their Potts Point apartment, The Gentleman.⁠
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The jury commented that "The Gentleman reminds them of something from the 1930s/40s and features some lovely contemporary layering that is rich and not derivative, including a combination of gloss and matte finishes that is really seductive. It is utterly charming and although it feels very sentiment-driven, it also feels very brave in terms of spatial planning.⁠
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"Despite its size, The Gentleman packs a massive punch and feels like a beautiful jewellery box of ideas that has been cohesively put together."⁠
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Photography by Anson Smart

We’re proud to be the online home of Sydney Design School, where real support for our students is at the heart of everything we do.

From more than 35 countries, our students are learning from home, building world-class skills, gaining real industry insight, and developing the confidence to launch bold, design-led careers.

Head to our website and discover our career courses and short courses. Explore interior design and decoration, styling, colour, and software.

Enrol online. Learn from anywhere, any time.

Aussies making their mark in Copenhagen. At 3 Days of Design, Design By Them unveiled the new Field Chair by Adam Goodrum and it's officially on our wish list.

New blog post / Charlotte Cropper, colour consultant and IDO graduate, shares her personal take on Milan Design Week through the lens of colour. Not trend reports or predictions, but what actually stood out for real spaces and why it matters.

If you’ve ever wondered how colour really translates beyond the trend hype, this is your inside look. Check out Charlotte's picks, and read the article now:
https://interiordesignonline.edu.au/colours-milan-design-week-2026/

We are still looking through all the goodness that was on show at 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen earlier this month. We loved the Johanson Design showroom. The colours! Those stools!⁠
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Showroom design by Tekla Evelina Severin ⁠
Photography Erik Lefvander

Curious about studying interiors online with Australia's award winning school? We have an Info Session this Tuesday evening - join the live stream from home.⁠
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You’ll get the lowdown on our courses, how we support your learning and design career, and what makes studying online with IDO so different (in the best way). Our Director Amanda Grace will introduce you to our courses, and how we keep things industry focussed and always creative.⁠
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Info Session⁠
Tuesday 30 June, 7pm AEST⁠
Online via Zoom⁠
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Register here:
https://interiordesignonline.edu.au/information-session-open-day/

IDO student Carmen Darwin’s residential final project features a warm, earthy palette that sets a calming tone, and carefully chosen materials bring depth, texture, and character. Carmen's selections come to life through both physical and digital sample boards to showcase her vision.