Design and Build Miniature Interiors
A course by Jessica DanceArtist, Designer, and Life Coach
A course by Jessica Dance, Artist, Designer, and Life Coach
Create your own miniature world by learning how to make beautiful handcrafted models of home interiors
The art of craftsmanship is a world of its own. When designer Jessica Dance searched for a way to make her sketches and 3D renderings more tangible, she began to create handcrafted models. With commissioned work from the likes of Vogue X Barbie under her belt, Jessica is here to teach you how to create unique miniature interior furnishings.
Learn how to make a realistic miniature model of a room that is fully decorated and filled with detail. See how to scale, design, and build your own miniature world by learning model-making techniques. Your only limitation is your own imagination!
What will you learn in this online course?
22 lessons & 20 downloads
What Will We Do in This Course?
2 minutes, 28 seconds
Materials and Tools
4 minutes, 41 seconds
Inspiration Boards
4 minutes, 51 seconds
Scale Explained
3 minutes, 47 seconds
Plans Explained
4 minutes, 38 seconds
Measuring and Cutting Out
11 minutes, 11 seconds
What's included in this course?
Begin by getting to know Jessica. Her journey as a designer has seen many facets. With a degree in fashion studies, she went from making jewelry and props for fashion shoots to interior design and model-making. She also shares her influences that inspired her to become a designer.
Get familiar with the different tools and materials needed. Jessica gives a thorough explanation of what to get and gives you recommendations. Next, get inspired by exploring what you want your room to look like. Explore different styles, and create an inspiration board. Then, learn how to work with scales and measurements, and see the different components of a floor plan.
Time to roll up your sleeves, and start building the walls, windows, and floors. Start by creating a detailed floor plan. Next, measure and cut out your materials, and paint each element of your framework its intended color. Then bring it all together and build your infrastructure by assembling the pieces.
Move on to the furniture and accessories. Using a template provided by Jessica or of your own design, create three pieces of furniture. Begin with a mid-century lounge chair and its seat pads and cushions. Then, create an iconic Danish designer chair. Complete the set by creating a coffee table.
Add the finishing touches to your model and bring it to life. Create accessories like a starburst clock for the wall, books to put on the coffee table, and a plant to add more color. Wrap up the course by learning Jessica’s tips on good photography of your miniature creation.
What is this course's project?
Create a miniature room equipped with soft furnishings and accessories.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is ideal for interior designers, architects, model makers, set designers, design enthusiasts, hobbyists, and doll house enthusiasts.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge is required.
For this course, you will need a variety of materials and tools, which vary depending on the item. In the second unit, Jessica goes into detail on the items needed.
Reviews
- 2 months ago
This class was amazing. The techniques were a great foundation to build on (a great place to start) and Jessica was a great! She was easy to follow and had great tips.
- 3 months ago
pika
- 9 months ago
Excelente curso, com detalhes e técnicas que realmente ajudaram.
- 9 months ago
Espectacular la forma tan limpia de trabajar y la atención a los detalles.
- 10 months ago
molto semplice e ben spiegato , l ho trovato molto utile
Throughout her career, Jessica has worked with industry giants such as British Vogue, Christian Louboutin, BBC, Mulberry, Volkswagen, ITV, and The Washington Post. Her work was featured in the collaborative project Vogue X Barbie when she built the iconic Barbie Dream House. She’s also been featured in Stylist, GQ, and Harper's Bazaar.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- What Will We Do in This Course?
- U2
Preparation
- Materials and Tools
- Inspiration Boards
- Scale Explained
- Plans Explained
- U3
Building the Walls, Windows and Floor
- Measuring and Cutting Out
- Windows
- Panelled Wall
- Making the Floor
- Assembly of Your Model
- U4
Furniture and Accessories
- Mid-Century Lounge Chair
- Seat Pads for the Lounge Chair 1
- Seat Pads for the Lounge Chair 2
- Corona Chair 1
- Corona Chair 2
- Coffee Table
- U5
Accessories and Applications
- Starburst Clock
- Books
- Assembly and Other Room Ideas
- Final Tips
- FP
Final project
- Design and Build Miniature Interiors
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to create scaled miniature rooms, furniture, and props using materials like foam, PVC, cardboard, and fabric, mastering techniques in measurement, cutting, assembly, finishing, and creative design inspiration.
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers fundamental techniques, tool use, and safety tips, making it accessible for those with no previous experience in model making or set design.
You’ll need basic tools like a scalpel, cutting mat, sandpaper, glue, spray mount, scale ruler, and materials such as foam PVC, cardboard, balsa wood, fabric, and plasticine. A full supply list is provided at course start.
You’ll learn to use templates, accurate measurement, cutting, assembly, and finishing techniques to create custom miniature furniture and accessories tailored to your chosen scale and style.
Yes, the course teaches you how to convert real-world measurements to model scales like 1:10 or 1:6, draw plans, and maintain proportions throughout your projects.
Absolutely! The course covers prop and set design principles, mood board creation, and hands-on techniques for making unique displays and miniature sets for jewellery, fashion, or photography.
You’ll complete projects such as building a 3D miniature room, designing and assembling mid-century style furniture, crafting accessories like starburst clocks, and experimenting with miniature books and props.