Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

IED Madrid

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design at IED Madrid is a dynamic four-year program available in Spanish or bilingual format, perfect for creative minds passionate about transforming spaces into functional, sustainable environments—whether you're drawn to residential, commercial, or innovative projects. Guided by practicing professionals, you'll build essential skills in design methodology, digital tools, and real-world application, setting you up for a thriving career in a field that's always in demand.

Curriculum Structure

First Year
You'll kick off with a strong foundation in design basics, diving into Design Fundamentals. Analysis and Drawing. Analysis to sharpen your observation and sketching skills, while Theory and History of Art gives you cultural context. In the second semester, shift to ideation through Design Fundamentals. Ideation, explore Color and Scientific Foundations for Design, and get hands-on with Methodology in Design—all in English—to master the creative process from concept to communication.

Second Year
Building on year one, you'll specialize in interior design with subjects like Theory and History of Design, Materials and Sustainability, and Fundamentals of Structural Design in the third semester, plus the English-taught Projects. Interior Design and Laboratory. CMF Design (color, materials, finishes) to experiment with real prototypes. The fourth semester ramps up technical know-how via Constructive Design According to Materials, Design of Lightweight Structures, and Laboratory. Lighting: Technology and Project, alongside Digital Technology. Prototyping—preparing you to tackle complex, light-filled spaces confidently.

Third Year
Here, projects get more ambitious as you explore Business Organization and Circularity and Rehabilitation in the sixth semester, focusing on sustainable practices and commercial viability. You'll integrate advanced digital tools like Digital Technology. Communication and Projects. Service and Systems Design (both in English), blending creativity with practical systems for modern interiors that prioritize user needs and efficiency.

Fourth Year
The final stretch polishes your professional edge with Project Management and Cultural Anthropology (in English) in the seventh semester, plus 10 ECTS of electives and a 12 ECTS external internship for real-world exposure. Wrap up in the eighth semester with 16 ECTS electives and your 14 ECTS Final Degree Project, turning your vision into a portfolio-ready masterpiece that showcases your unique style.

Focus Areas
Sustainable materials, digital modeling and prototyping, lighting and CMF (color, materials, finishes) design, structural and constructive elements, service systems, circularity, and user-centered projects for residential, commercial, and ephemeral spaces.

Learning Outcomes
Graduates emerge with expertise in the full design process—from analysis and ideation to prototyping and project management—proficient in digital tools like modeling and communication software, sustainable practices, and creating functional, innovative interiors that meet client needs and industry standards.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)
This 240 ECTS Bachelor of Arts is fully recognized in the European Higher Education Area, blending academic rigor with hands-on training from industry pros to prepare you as a versatile interior designer ready for global firms.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)
IED's Interior Design programs, including Madrid's, rank among Spain's top six in financial magazine rankings for Bachelor's and Master's levels, with IED Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao consistently leading—thanks to strong industry ties, internships, and alumni success in high-demand roles.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now for the September 2026 intake and start designing your future: https://www.ied.edu/courses/madrid/four-years-diploma/interior-design

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At IED Madrid's Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design, you'll dive straight into hands-on learning from day one, guided by practicing professionals who bring real-world expertise to every project. You'll build practical skills through mock-ups, models, and prototypes right in the Fab Lab, our open laboratory packed with tools for manual techniques like ceramics and screen printing, plus cutting-edge digital ones like laser cutting and 3D printing. This isn't just theory—it's where you turn ideas into tangible designs, exploring everything from Digital Technology and Prototyping to CMF Design Labs (color, materials, finishes) and Lighting Technology projects, all in state-of-the-art facilities at our Palacio de Altamira campus.

Here are some standout ways you'll gain that edge through experiential learning::
- Fab Lab access: Unlimited use of multiple Fab Labs (OB0, OB1, OB2, OB3) for 3D printing, laser cutting, and prototyping your interior designs—perfect for lightweight structures, ecodesign, and service systems projects.
- Specialized labs and workshops: Hands-on in Photography Studio, Photography Laboratory, BookLAB + TypoLAB, AVLAB + TechLAB for representation systems, drawing communication, and digital visualization tools like 3D modeling and rendering.
- Digital tools and software integration: Courses in Digital Technology (Communication & Prototyping) teach advanced software for 3D scanning (e.g., SCANNER LASER 3D - G-SCAN), plus Computers Classroom for ideation and project development.
- Design Labs and group projects: Join complementary Design Labs for advanced techniques, collaborating on real briefs in subjects like Projects: Service and Systems Design and Laboratory: Lighting, building teamwork and soft skills.
- Professional facilities support: Work in our House of Design ecosystem, including Fashion Workshop and common creative spaces, fostering innovation in circularity, rehabilitation, and constructive design.

Imagine applying right now to start crafting spaces that transform lives—our program equips you with the skills employers crave. Check the full facilities list here: [IED Madrid Facilities](https://www.ied.edu/madrid).

Progression & Future Opportunities

At IED Madrid's Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design, you'll dive straight into hands-on learning from day one, building real-world skills under practicing professionals at our Palacio de Altamira campus and dedicated Fab Lab. You'll master manual techniques like ceramics and screen printing alongside cutting-edge digital tools such as laser cutting and 3D printing, all in an open lab environment designed for unlimited project access—no other Madrid school matches this level of practical scope.

This experiential focus extends through specialized labs, workshops, and curriculum subjects that let you prototype, experiment, and collaborate:
- Fab Lab (multiple spaces: OB0, OB1, OB2, OB3): Core hub for mock-ups, models, and advanced fabrication with laser cutting, 3D printing, and a 3D laser scanner (G-SCAN) for precise prototyping.
- Digital Technology courses (4 ECTS each): Hands-on training in prototyping, communication tools, and 3D modeling/rendering to visualize and present interior designs professionally.
- Laboratories like CMF Design Lab (6 ECTS) and Lighting Lab (4 ECTS): Experiment with color, materials, finishes (CMF), lighting technology, and projects—all in English for global edge.
- Design Labs and projects: Complementary workshops for soft skills, advanced techniques, ideation, service/systems design, and group-based real-world briefs in ecodesign, lightweight structures, and circularity.
- Professional workshops and studios: Including Photography Studio (+4 setups), Photography Laboratory, and AVLAB/TechLAB for rendering atmospheres, lighting, and digital communication in interior spaces.

These facilities give you the edge to create innovative, sustainable interiors—from homes to retail and public spaces—and position you for internships through our industry network. Ready to apply and start prototyping your future? Check the full facilities list here: https://www.ied.edu/madrid