Materials for Interior Design
A course by MasquespacioCreative interior design consulting
A course by Masquespacio, Creative interior design consulting
Turn an interior space into a unique experience by learning how to choose materials and combining their textures and colors
With interior design, you can do more than just change the physical appearance of a space—you can give it a life of its own. Ana Hernández, creative director of the interior design studio Masquespacio, helps you create spaces with a unique personality.
In this course, learn how to choose and combine the perfect materials for your interior design projects. Use colors and textures to express the idea behind your project and transform any space into an unforgettable experience.
If you want to learn more about interior design, you can start with the basics in Masquespacio's beginner course Introduction to Interior Design, or become an expert in hospitality spaces with Interior Design for Restaurants.
What will you learn in this online course?
20 lessons & 11 downloads
Textures, Shine and Touch
11 minutes, 12 seconds
Price, Durability and Maintenance
13 minutes, 59 seconds
Industrial or Artisan Materials
12 minutes, 12 seconds
The Color of Materials 1
12 minutes, 18 seconds
Conveying a Message According to Each Combination
8 minutes, 41 seconds
Mood Board Assembling Techniques 1
19 minutes, 13 seconds
What's included in this course?
Start the course by getting to know Ana and her studio Masquespacio. She tells you about how she has grown professionally throughout her career and shows you how interior design, fashion, and art have influenced her work.
Discover the different types of materials you can use in interior design and what each one conveys or represents. Explore the look and feel of the materials and compare their practical aspects like their price and design. Get a better understanding of what you are working with and how you can use them in your projects.
Learn how to create your own unique combinations by mixing and matching different material. Experiment with different styles while paying close attention to the message and the emotions each one conveys.
Next, design a mood board for an interior design project with references that inspire you. Analyze your client to understand their needs before mapping out a strategy to choose the right textures and colors. Learn how to focus your work around a specific objective, which allows you to create the perfect combinations for any styles.
Finally, Ana gives you some tips on how to present your mood board to your client. Wrap up the course by exploring current and future interior design trends that you can use for other projects.
What is this course's project?
Create a mood board with materials, textures, and colors for the interior design of a residential or business space.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Designers, creative minds, and anyone interested in interior design.
Requirements and materials
No prior knowledge is needed, just a curious mind that wants to experiment with textures and colors.
For this course, you need a wide variety of materials like different types of wood, fabric, metal, and even fruit.
Reviews
- 1 month ago
Un curso muy interesante, muy bien explicado, todo muy bien detallado. Me llevo varios conceptos para poner en práctica en futuras presentaciones.
- 2 months ago
Un corso veramente interessante e pieno di spunti di riflessione e azioni pratiche da compiere. Grazie
- 3 months ago
Un curso muy interesante.
- 4 months ago
Me encanto!! Soy diseñadora de interiores y me super ayudo con toda la información, explica muy bien y muy detallado todo
- 8 months ago
Estou gostando muito do curso, pois os conteúdos são apresentados de forma clara, objetiva e ao mesmo tempo aprofundada. A abordagem equilibrada permite ter uma visão ampla e consistente sobre os materiais utilizados no design de interiores, facilitando a compreensão de suas aplicações, características e possibilidades no projeto.
Under this brand she has been involved with projects in Spain, Germany, Norway, Portugal, and the United States. She has been recognized internationally in the media and has received several awards throughout her career, such as the Massimo Dutti Nuevos Valores from AD Spain and the Wave of the Future Award for Hospitality Design. She has also won awards for individual projects such as the Hospitality Design Award, Wallpaper Award, and Red Dot.
Her designs include L'Atelier Rouge in New York; Vino Veritas restaurant in Norway; Solera supermarket in Cologne; Hikari and Nozomi restaurants in Valencia and the Valencia Lounge Hostel.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- U2
Material Presentation
- Observe and Understand Your Materials
- Textures, Shine and Touch
- Price, Durability and Maintenance
- Industrial or Artisan Materials
- The Color of Materials 1
- The color of materials 2
- U3
Selection and Combination of Materials
- Conveying a Message According to Each Combination
- Material Combination Trend Analysis
- Future trends in material combinations
- Mood Board Assembling Techniques 1
- Mood Board Assembling Techniques 2
- U4
Our Project
- Customer Analysis
- Selected Materials and Possible Combinations for the Project
- Type of Strategy: According to Emotions, Storytelling or Lifestyle
- Type of Strategy, Based on Budget or Crafts
- Mood Board
- U5
Presentation of the Mood Board and Tips
- Presenting the Mood Board to the Client
- Future Trends
- FP
Final project
- Materials for Interior Design
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to analyze, compare, and select materials; create effective moodboards; combine colors and textures; and present interior design proposals—all while considering trends, sustainability, and client needs.
Yes, this course is designed for those with intermediate skills looking to deepen their knowledge of material selection, moodboards, and creative strategies in interior design.
It’s recommended to have basic interior design knowledge or prior experience, as the course covers concepts and techniques at an intermediate level.
You’ll need access to material catalogs, physical or digital samples, basic design tools (paper, scissors, digital design software), and internet access to research trends and references.
You’ll learn how to choose materials, textures, and colors; arrange elements with visual hierarchy; and communicate clear concepts visually to make a strong impression on clients.
Criteria include durability, cost, maintenance, aesthetics, functionality, sustainability, and alignment with the client’s concept and needs.
The course will teach you to identify materials by their manufacturing process, finishes, uniqueness, and how to value authenticity and exclusivity in each choice.