MDES INTERIOR & FURNITURE DESIGN
The M-Des in Interior & Furniture Design is a comprehensive, full-time, two-year postgraduate degree program tailored for individuals with a strong interest in interior space and furniture design, aiming to excel in this domain.
Suitable candidates for this program include graduates or degree holders from Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or Fine Arts disciplines with a minimum of 50% marks obtained from a recognized university.
This program is designed to address the increasing demand for design integration in daily life, driven by the rapid socio-economic evolution of the country. The expanding middle class and unprecedented global exposure have created numerous opportunities for interior and furniture designers across the nation. Start-ups, large industries, and small businesses are all introducing innovative ideas to cater to the enthusiastic and inquisitive consumer base. As a result, the demand for skilled furniture and interior designers is on the rise, with projections indicating continued growth in the coming years.
Duration
2 Years, 4 semesters
Eligibility
Bachelor's Degree in Design / Fine Arts / Applied Arts / Architecture / Civil Engineering
Intake
40 Students per batch
Course Overview
The M-Des in Interior Design program at Cindrebay School of Design provides a comprehensive exploration of the interior design world. Recognizing the importance of a strong foundation, the course delivers a thorough understanding of fundamental design principles, while simultaneously emphasising practical application through studio subjects.
The curriculum is specifically tailored to meet the requirements of India’s thriving design industry, ensuring that students are well-prepared to excel in this dynamic field.
Curriculum
Here’s an overview of the course curriculum for MDes Interior Design.Throughout the two-year duration of the course, you’ll immerse yourself in these subjects, gaining a profound understanding and expertise in the field.
- Theory of Interior Design
- Interior Services I
- Graphics I – Practical
- Materials and Construction I – Practical
- Creativity and Design Thinking – Practical
- Interior Design Studio I – Practical
- Model Making Workshop – Practical
- Elements of Interior Design
- Interior Services II
- Computer Applications in Design – Practical
- Graphics II – Practical
- Materials and Construction II – Practical
- Interior Design Studio II – Practical
- Theory of Furniture Design
- Lighting and Color in Interiors
- Materials and Processes – Practical
- Form & Space – Practical
- Furniture Construction and Detailing – Practical
- Furniture Design Studio – Practical
- Interior Project Management
- Scheme Detailing (Working Drawing) – Practical
- Professional Internship – Practical
What Makes This Course Special?
Diverse Career Opportunities
M-Des graduates can explore a wide range of professional paths, including research, design consulting, and leadership roles in multinational companies, architecture firms, and e-commerce businesses.
Blend of Tradition and Modernity
The program encourages a deep understanding of both contemporary design trends and the timeless, regional artistic systems that have shaped India’s design heritage.
Academics and Entrepreneurship
Pursue a rewarding career in academia at reputable institutions or leverage your creative expertise to establish your own design business.
Design-Driven Leadership
Develop the skills needed to excel in design-focused roles at cutting-edge companies that are transforming the world through innovation.
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Career Opportunities
Interior and Furniture Design as a field of work has taken enormous strides in the last three decades owing to the information and technology led revolution in lifestyles, markets and perspectives. Inspiring workspaces, enhanced user comforts and a winning presentation are in the dna of every organisation of impact, today. A similar shift in approach is seen in the personal fronts of the affluent as well as the upwardly mobile middle class, owing to an overwhelming exposure to global trends and lifestyles. While these changes have no doubt ushered in modernism and westernisation, it is also seen that unparalleled value is being conferred to the revival of the timeless, the regional and artistic systems of the craft that once made this country a design leader. Such a panorama of bubbling potential has further thrown open opportunities for those with an academic bent of mind as well, to explore! Leading institutes and multinationals are encouraging a deep dive into design systems and thinking to fuel innovation. Moreover, design driven leadership is at the core of cutting edge companies that are changing the world for real.
All in all, appreciation is at an all time high for the creative thought leader and times are exciting for interior and furniture designers, more so for those with a strong supporting background in architecture, arts or engineering. Some of the potential employment or career opportunities for the M-Des degree holders to start with, would be with the following avenues –
Methodology
Engaging students through active participation and dynamic discussions that foster deeper understanding.
Combining traditional and digital teaching methods to create a holistic learning experience tailored for the modern world.
Integrating real-world insights and experiences from industry experts to ensure practical, up-to-date knowledge.
Emphasizing hands-on projects and practical applications to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Focusing on individual student needs and learning styles to optimize growth and development.
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We Are Here To Resolve All Your Doubts
Our expert counsellors are always available to resolve all your doubts and queries. We understand that chosing the right college comes with a lot of questions and we would like to encourage you to connect with us for all of your questions.
Cindrebay is associated with Alagappa University which is one of the top universities across India.
National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has awarded the coveted A+ Grade with 3.64 CGPA to Alagappa University and Graded as Category-I University by MHRD-UGC.
It means that Cindrebay School of Design has met all the criteria (quality assurance) that the university stipulated in order to receive an accreditation status. Students completing interior design courses from Cindrebay School of Design will hold Degrees and Diplomas from a recognized university.
If you are not sure about interior design as a career, then starting out with a diploma is a good course of action. This way you can get an overview of the core subjects of interior design, learn about the industry, and then decide if it is something that you are interested in investing more of your time, resources and energy in. On the other hand, if you are passionate about interior design and see yourself in the field, then BSc is the way to go. Each semester unlocks a new facet of interior design. By the time you complete the course, you will have an in-depth understanding of the field and also be ready to practice interior design.
Students who clear the Cindrebay Design Aptitude Test will be shortlisted for the next round. They will receive a link which allows them to register their details online. They will then need to come to the Cindrebay campus for a personal interview. On clearing the interview and paying their fees, the student will be admitted in Cindrebay School of Design’s Interior Design’s programme – BSc in Interior Design or Diploma in Interior Design.
Yes, talented and deserving students are appreciated with scholarships. We believe finance should never be a stumbling block for talent. Also, we arrange financial aid through bank loans for the students. Students from Jammu and Kashmir and North Eastern states of India are given special scholarships called – National Integration Scholarships. Students from these regions can contact our course coordinator at our Bangalore campus for more information.
Yes, we place all of our (100%) students who successfully complete their courses. By successfully completing a course we mean, students must have the following achievements – A minimum 80% attendance, timely submission of all mandatory drawing sheets, prompt submission of guest lecture reports and site visit reports. Students’ involvement and performance in material seminars, workshops, seminars, etc are watched and carefully for evaluation. Their performance is evaluated on a regular and continuous basis and scores are given monthly to help the students to better his/her performance in the next month. A student getting Cindrebay Certificate means he gets a job also. Our placement cell makes sure that none of the students who have successfully completed the course leave the college without a job placement.