Thematic Master Program · blend, online + in-person
Stage Design, Interior Styling and Art Engagement
For private properties, retail and exhibition
This course explores the cultural, aesthetic and artistic dimensions of living with objects. Through a multidisciplinary approach - spanning interior styling, material culture, contemporary art, and collecting, the program guides participants in developing a refined personal and professional aesthetic. Students learn to research, select, and compose accessories and artworks within interior environments, while cultivating a long-term, passion-driven relationship with style and artistic engagement.
About the course
This course explores the cultural, aesthetic, and artistic dimensions of living with objects and understanding their presence in everyday spaces. Through a broad and multidisciplinary approach - spanning interior styling, material culture, contemporary art, visual composition, and the practice of collecting - the program gradually guides participants in developing a refined and personal aesthetic sensibility. Students are introduced to methods for researching, selecting, and arranging accessories and artworks within interior environments, learning how objects can shape atmosphere, express identity, and create meaningful visual narratives. Particular attention is given to understanding materials, textures, color relationships, and the emotional resonance that curated objects can bring to a space. Throughout the course, participants are encouraged to cultivate a long-term, passion-driven relationship with style and artistic engagement.
Course objectives
- Understand the cultural significance of accessories in domestic environments
- Apply principles of taste, elegance, and visual storytelling
- Analyze materials and craftsmanship from both aesthetic and technical perspectives
- Design coherent spatial compositions using accessories and artworks
- Interpret and select works of art for interior settings
- Conduct research and build relationships with artists and art professionals
- Develop strategies for starting or supporting an art and design collection
- Articulate a consistent aesthetic identity and long-term personal vision
Course structure
Module 1 - Cultural Foundations of Accessories and Domestic Style
Topics:
- Historical overview of accessory culture
- Objects as identity: function, symbolism, representation
- Categories of accessories in interior living
- Critical reading of domestic environments
Assignments:
- Written analysis of a selected interior scene
- Object typology mapping
Module 2 - Aesthetics, Elegance, and the Language of Taste
Topics:
- Defining “taste”: cultural frameworks and stylistic references
- Elegance and sophistication across global design languages
- Constructing moodboards and visual narratives
- Developing one’s personal style signature
Assignments:
- Moodboard and concept statement
- Personal style portfolio (first draft)
Module 3 - Materials: Culture, Craft, and Perception
Topics:
- Material families: wood, metal, ceramic, glass, textiles
- Artisan vs industrial production
- Material storytelling and value perception
- Sensory analysis of materials
Workshops:
- Material handling and comparative analysis session
Assignments:
- Material report and aesthetic evaluation
Module 4 - Decorating Space: Methods and Composition Principles
Topics:
- Principles of interior styling: balance, layering, rhythm
- Micro-scenography: shelves, consoles, tables, focal points
- Harmonizing objects and artworks within space
- Practical methodology for styling interventions
Assignments:
- Styling project: restyling a real or virtual room
- Photographic or digital rendering submission
Module 5 - Contemporary Art for Interior Environments
Topics:
- Key movements in modern and contemporary art
- How to “read” an artwork: content, technique, context
- Integrating art into interior design
- Scale, lighting, and visual harmony
Activities:
- Guided gallery or museum visit (live or virtual)
Assignments:
- Artwork selection proposal for a given interior project
Module 6 - Artist Engagement: Research and Relationships
Topics:
- Methods of researching artists and art ecosystems
- Understanding galleries, fairs, studios, and art platforms
- Commissioning and collaborating with artists
- Developing ethical and effective communication
Assignments:
- Interview or meeting report with a selected artist
- Research dossier on an art theme
Module 7 - Collecting and Cultural Investment
Topics:
- Fundamentals of private collecting
- Valuation: pricing, provenance, editions, market dynamics
- Accessories as a cultural and emotional investment
- Building a long-term collecting strategy
Assignments:
- Creation of a small curated collection (conceptual)
- Justification and narrative of selection choices
Module 8 - Identity, Decision-Making, and Sustaining Passion
Topics:
- Developing and maintaining a coherent aesthetic identity
- Reference systems, research habits, and personal methodology
- Case studies of designers, collectors, and accessory brands
- From passion to practice: defining one’s future vision
Final Project:
- Complete interior styling proposal including accessory selection and artworks
- Accompanying narrative essay describing personal aesthetic evolution
- Oral or visual presentation (depending on format)
Assessment
- Monthly Assignments (40%)
- Workshops and Participation (20%)
- Final Project (40%)
- 150h (64h in presence)
Materials
- Access to digital design tools (moodboard software, basic rendering tools)
- Notebook/sketchbook for research and observation
- Recommended reading list (provided at course start)
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