Tri-C Interior Design Program is Expanding to Westshore
Interior Design Offered Fall 2026 at Tri-C’s Westshore Campus
Your eye for design can become your future.
The Interior Design program is expanding to Tri-C's Westshore Campus, combining creativity, technology and real-world experience to prepare you for a career designing the spaces where people live, work, learn and connect. Through hands-on studio courses, industry-standard tools and guidance from experienced professionals, you'll learn how to transform ideas into inspiring, functional environments.
Whether your goal is residential design, commercial interiors, kitchen and bath design, space planning or another creative field, Tri-C provides the foundation to help you succeed.
Two classes will be launched in Fall 2026, with more classes coming in Spring 2027.
Fall Classes (Blended/Hybrid - part online and part on campus):
Introduction to Interior Design | INTD 1111 | 3 Credit Hours Discover the fundamentals of residential and commercial interior design while developing the foundational skills used throughout the program.
Hand Drafting and Sketching for Interiors | INTD 1101 | 3 Credit Hours Learn professional drafting, field sketching and construction documentation techniques that interior designers use to bring concepts to life.
Register Today:
Visit tri-c.edu/coursesearch, choose your term, then on the next screen enter the course number and choose “Westshore” as the campus.
Contact Us:
Email or call our program manager (eric.vaughn@tri-c.edu | 216-987-3638) or faculty member (nancy.kraig@tri-c.edu | 216-987-2470) to discuss the program and career opportunities.
Interior designers do more than select finishes and furnishings. They solve problems, improve how people experience spaces and help bring clients' visions to life.
At Tri-C, you'll develop both the artistic and technical skills that employers value, learning how to blend creativity with functionality while building a professional portfolio and gaining practical experience.
You'll Learn:
Design thinking and the integrated design process
Space planning and interior architecture
Color theory and materials selection
Lighting design
Product and finish specification
Hand drafting and architectural sketching
Computer drafting and rendering
Professional business practices
Real-world field experiences and internship opportunities
The design world is constantly evolving, and Tri-C students learn alongside professionals who stay connected to today's industry.
Faculty member Nancy Kraig recently shared insights featured in Cleveland Magazine highlighting trends shaping homes and commercial spaces, including:
Warm, inviting color palettes
Classic "grandmillennial" design influences
Sustainable, clutter-free living environments
Statement flooring and creative layouts
Modern approaches to tile design
Bold color-drenching techniques
At Tri-C, you'll study the trends influencing today's spaces while building the timeless design principles that drive long-term success.
Tri-C graduates are building successful careers throughout Northeast Ohio and beyond.
Sean Carter, a Tri-C Interior Design alumnus who now manages residential design projects regionally, nationally and internationally, credits the program with helping launch his career.
"The Tri-C program has a great reputation for being hands-on and collaborative with highly knowledgeable faculty."
"I think if you're drawn to interior design, you come into the program with kind of an artistic eye, and the instructors at Tri-C show you how to pair that sense of artistry with functionality to create something that meets the client's expectations."
"I've done a number of out-of-state projects, and I have a project coming up in London. If you're willing to work hard and build your skills, this is a career that can take you around the country and even the world."
Introduction to interior design studies with emphasis on identifying and developing basic skills and competencies required for residential and commercial design. Principles and practices utilized in subsequent interior design coursework. Prerequisite(s): ENG-1010 College Composition I, or concurrent enrollment.
Title: Hand Drafting and Sketching for Interiors Credit Hours: 3 CRN:87216 Instructional Method: Blend: Campus 75%/Online 25% Course Number: 1101
Introduction to hand drafting and field sketching for interior design. Emphasizes identification of basic construction and field terminology, use of field equipment, and the application and interpretation of construction documents. Provides a foundation in using hand-drafting tools and translating field sketches into working drawings. Prerequisite(s): INTD-1111 Introduction to Interior Design, or concurrent enrollment.
Learn by Doing Our program is built around hands-on learning. From your first classes, you'll create drawings, develop design concepts and work through real-world design challenges.
Learn From Industry Professionals Study with experienced faculty who bring professional expertise and current industry practices directly into the classroom.
Flexible Learning Courses blend in-person instruction with online learning, allowing you to balance your education with work and life commitments.
Launch Your Career Build the skills, portfolio and professional connections needed to pursue careers in interior design and related industries.
Located in Westlake, Ohio, Tri-C's Westshore Campus offers a modern, convenient learning environment serving more than 3,000 students annually.
Students enjoy access to:
State-of-the-art laboratories and learning spaces
Technology Learning Center
Free tutoring services
Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Campus dining
Student support services and resources
When you choose Westshore, you're joining a supportive community committed to helping you reach your goals.
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