BDA 101_ Working With Colour

Course Description

Colour is the most powerful—and immediate—element in an Interior Designer’s toolkit. It shapes how a room feels, alters spatial perception, and evokes deep emotional responses before a single piece of furniture is placed. Whether you are looking to create a tranquil, muted sanctuary or a bold, high-contrast visual statement, understanding how colour works in practice is essential. This self-paced introductory micro-course demystifies colour theory, helping you move beyond guesswork to build cohesive, intentional palettes with complete confidence. What You Will Learn: This step-by-step session gives you practical skills and creative strategies to master colour in real-world spaces, including: * Colour Psychology & Atmosphere - how different hues, tones, and saturations influence mood and behaviour. * The Designer’s Palette Rules - how to use colour wheels, undertones, and classic ratios (like 60-30-10) to balance room schemes. * Light & Colour Interaction - how natural daylight, orientation (north vs. south-facing rooms), and artificial lighting change paint and fabric colors. By the end of this session, you will have created: * Your Own Custom Colour Palette - a fully developed colour scheme ready for your current or next project. * Colour Confidence - the ability to explain why your chosen palette works—whether pitching to a client or discussing ideas with those sharing the space with you. --- Course Details & Specifications: Level - Beginners (no prior design experience necessary) Format - Self-paced & on-demand—learn whenever, wherever suits you. Duration - 1 Day+ (flexible study time) Teaching Style - recorded video introduction & downloadable step-by-step worksheets Entry Requirements - Ages 18+ | English language fluency --- About the BDA 'Interiors 101' Microseries The British Design Academy 'Interiors 101' is designed to help you build the home of your dreams, no matter your starting skill level. Whether you are a homeowner, tenant, DIY enthusiast, or aspiring design student, our bite-sized courses offer an inspiring, practical entry point into the world of interior design!