The fascination with the design and decoration of the American home continues today as strongly as ever. This live teacher-led online certificate program is for homeowners who want to make the best design decisions for their interiors, those contemplating entry into the interior design industry, and current designers who wish to brush up on their skills.
Certificate requirements
1. Complete all 6 courses within the program. These courses are being offered live via Zoom, Thursdays from 6-8pm, and will be split between the Fall '25 and Spring '26 semesters.
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Six core courses include:
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Fundamentals of Design and Layout (Sept. 11-25, 2025)
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Furniture (October 9-23, 2025)
- The Effective Use of Color (November 6-20, 2025)
- Fabrics and Other Materials (January 15-29, 2026)
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Lighting and Accessories (February 12 & 19, 2026)
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Design Project Review (March 12, 2026)
Certificate pricing
Register for all of the required course hours and receive a discounted bundle price, 15% off the total cost of enrolling in the courses separately. Our certificate bundle is $995.
Instructor Biography
Artist, historian and interior designer, Kristine Robinson has been teaching in Temple University's Interior Design Certificate Program since 2004. She is an award-winning interior designer whose designs have been featured in numerous designer show homes, publications and on HGTV!
Kristine brings a wealth of knowledge and real-world experiences to her classes, which her students find invaluable. From helping students learn how to layout a room design, to learning the elements of color, to using lighting and accessories effectively, Kristine covers all of the fundamentals to help homeowners who want to make the best design decisions for their home and for those contemplating entry into the Interior Design industry.
NOTE: The first 5 courses are also available as stand-alone courses but capacity for individual registrations is limited.