# BeSpoak School ## Learn Interior Design Welcome to BeSpoak School, your online destination for mastering interior design. Our platform offers free resources like comprehensive design courses, detailed how-to guides, and expert insights, all tailored to elevate your design knowledge from novice to expert. Why free? Because we believe interior design should be accessible to all. Dive into our interactive learning experience and discover the secrets to creating *chef's kiss* interiors with our free, user-friendly courses. And with that, school's in session! ✏️📓 [Get started](/content/school#explore/index.html) ### Explore Our Courses - [Designing with Color](/content/school#bs-color/index.html) - [Designing with Patterns & Textures](/content/school#bs-patterns/index.html) - [Understanding Design Styles](/content/school#bs-styles/index.html) - [Planning Your Furniture Scale & Layout](/content/school#bs-layout/index.html) - [Interior Styling Tips](/content/school#bs-styling/index.html) - [DIY Design & Renovation](/content/school#bs-diy/index.html) - [How to Design a Room](/content/school#bs-rooms/index.html) - [Furniture & Design Glossary](/content/school#bs-glossary/index.html) ## Designing with Color Color is one of the most influential elements of interior design—and if you’re asking us (which you’re not), it’s also one of the most fun to play with. Yes, even if you’re a minimalist.  You can use color to help tell a story, evoke certain emotions, or simply bring life into a space. In this course, you’ll learn about the color wheel, color theory, color psychology, and how you can use color to your advantage in design. ### What You'll Learn - [Understanding the Color Wheel](/content/school/understanding-the-color-wheel/index.html) - [Basic Color Theory](/content/school/basic-color-theory/index.html) - [Color Psychology](/content/school/color-psychology/index.html) - [Color Schemes](/content/school/color-schemes-color-palettes/index.html) - [Color Palettes](/content/school/color-palettes/index.html) ## Designing with Patterns & Textures If the idea of incorporating patterns and textures into your design plans intimidates you, don’t worry. The good news is that with some education and practice, you’ll be running towards vibrant prints and patterns in no time! This course will cover everything from the basics of understanding patterns, textiles, and fabrics to more complex doings like how to combine all of the above so it looks cohesive. ### What You'll Learn - [Designing with Patterns](/content/school/designing-with-patterns/index.html) - [Choosing the Best Pattern](/content/school/choosing-the-best-pattern/index.html) - [Designing with Animal Prints](/content/school/designing-with-animal-prints/index.html) - [A Guide to Texture, Textiles, and Fabrics](/content/school/a-guide-to-texture-textiles-and-fabrics/index.html) - [Combining Patterns, Textures, and Color](/content/school/combining-patterns-textures-and-color/index.html) ## Understanding Design Styles If we’re being real, we’re not big on labels. When it comes to design styles, we don’t often cite them because they make us feel pigeonholed. But understanding the theory behind common design styles is a powerful tool for your interior design education. ### What You'll Learn - [Understanding Design Styles](/content/school/understanding-design-styles/index.html) - [How to Define Your Design Style](/content/school/how-to-define-your-design-style/index.html) - [Types of Design Styles](/content/school/types-of-design-styles/index.html) ## Planning Your Furniture Scale & Layout Planning your furniture scale and layout at home might not sound as exciting as the sourcing and styling phase, but we promise it’s a very fun and important part of the design process. Consider this course your introduction to all things spatial planning, furniture scale, and room layouts. ### What You'll Learn - [Intro to Spatial Planning](/content/school/intro-to-spatial-planning/index.html) - [Designing Small Spaces](/content/school/designing-small-spaces/index.html) - [Designing Large Spaces](/content/school/designing-large-spaces/index.html) - [Designing Awkward Spaces](/content/school/designing-awkward-spaces/index.html) - [How to Choose the Right Furniture Size](/content/school/how-to-choose-the-right-furniture-size/index.html) ## Interior Styling Tips Picture this: You’re scrolling through Instagram or flipping through your favorite design magazine and see an image that just makes you think, “Ugh… this is perfect.” That’s the power of interior styling. ### What You'll Learn - [Interior Styling 101](/content/school/interior-styling-101/index.html) - [Art Styling & Gallery Walls](/content/school/art-styling-gallery-walls/index.html) - [Accessory Styling](/content/school/accessory-styling/index.html) - [Interior Photography Tips](/content/school/interior-photography-tips/index.html) ## DIY Design & Renovation Fan the flame of your inner crafter, woodworker, DIYer, and renovator with this course designed to help you make your dreams come true. ### What You'll Learn - [The Ultimate Paint Guide](/content/school/the-ultimate-paint-guide/index.html) - [Cabinet Hardware 101](/content/school/cabinet-hardware-101/index.html) - [Tiling 101](/content/school/tiling-101/index.html) - [Flooring 101](/content/school/flooring-101/index.html) - [Millwork & Trim](/content/school/millwork-trim/index.html) - [Renovations](/content/school/renovations/index.html) - [Splurge vs. Save](/content/school/splurge-vs-save/index.html) - [Kid-Friendly Design](/content/school/kid-friendly-design/index.html) ## How to Design a Room Want to learn how to design a room that mirrors your incredible style? This course covers the rules you need to know about room design—except we’re rewriting the rules. ### What You'll Learn - [How to Design a Room](/content/how-to/design-a-room/index.html) - [How to Design a Kitchen](/content/how-to/kitchen-design/index.html) - [How to Design a Living Room](/content/how-to/living-room/index.html) - [How to Design a Bathroom](/content/how-to/bathroom-design/index.html) - [How to Design a Bedroom](/content/how-to/bedroom-design/index.html) ## Furniture & Design Glossary An evolving dictionary for anyone who wants to learn about furniture terms and interior design lingo. ### What You'll Learn - [Furniture & Design Dictionary](/content/school/furniture-design-glossary/index.html) Thank you! Your submission has been received! Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.