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Textiles and Fabrics in Interior Design
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Summary

Price
£19.99 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
1.8 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Assessment details
  • Final Exam (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Textiles and Fabrics in Interior Design is designed for learners seeking a structured understanding of how textiles influence interior spaces from an aesthetic, functional, and sustainability-aware perspective. This course explores the role of textiles in shaping comfort, visual identity, durability, and atmosphere across residential and commercial interiors.

Through this textiles-focused course, learners gain insight into fabric types, fibres, weaves, colour theory, pattern use, and practical applications such as upholstery, window treatments, bedding, and decorative accessories. The course highlights how textiles contribute to spatial perception, energy efficiency, and user experience within interior environments.

Textiles are presented as a core design element that balances creativity with technical awareness. Learners develop an understanding of how fabric properties affect performance, maintenance, and longevity, while also exploring ethical sourcing and sustainability considerations relevant to the UK interior design context.

Rather than preparing learners for regulated design practice or professional certification, this Textiles and Fabrics in Interior Design course builds informed understanding, creative awareness, and design literacy. It is suitable for learners interested in interior design education, home styling, textile selection, or progression into further study related to interiors and design.

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Assessment details

Final Exam

Included in course price

Curriculum

10
sections
27
lectures
1h 47m
total

Course media

Description

This Textiles and Fabrics in Interior Design course consists of 8 structured lectures, followed by an assessment and final exam, each addressing a key area of textile knowledge and application within interior design.

The course begins with an introduction to textiles in interior design, exploring their importance, historical development, and current UK trends. Learners gain foundational awareness of how textiles have shaped interior spaces over time and continue to evolve.

Types of fabrics introduce natural and synthetic materials, fibre types, weave structures, and fabric properties such as durability, texture, and performance. This section helps learners understand how textiles are selected for different design purposes.

Colour and pattern selection examine colour theory, pattern scale, and visual impact within interior spaces. Learners explore how textiles influence mood, proportion, and spatial perception through practical examples and case studies.

Textiles for window treatments focus on curtains, drapes, blinds, shades, and energy-efficient coverings. Learners gain awareness of light control, insulation, and privacy considerations.

Upholstery and furniture fabrics explore fabric selection, maintenance, care, and sustainable upholstery options. This section highlights durability, comfort, and environmental responsibility.

Textiles for bedding and accessories examine bed linens, throws, cushions, decorative pillows, and accessorising techniques that enhance interior cohesion and comfort.

Sustainability and ethical sourcing address sustainable textile choices, eco-friendly manufacturing processes, and ethical considerations within global and UK supply chains.

The course concludes with textiles in real-world design projects, using case studies, industry exposure concepts, and final project presentations to consolidate learning.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the Textiles and Fabrics in Interior Design course, learners receive a free digital certificate from Reed confirming course completion. A provider-issued certificate is also available following verification, with optional premium certificates and academic transcripts available separately.

Who is this course for?

This textiles course is suitable for learners interested in interior design, home styling, textile selection, or creative design studies. It is ideal for students, design enthusiasts, retail or showroom staff, or individuals considering further study related to interior design or textile-based disciplines.

Requirements

No formal qualifications are required to enrol on this textiles course. Learners should have a basic to good standard of English, access to the internet, and a computer, tablet, or smartphone. Commitment to completing the assessment and final exam is required to successfully finish the textiles course.

Career path

This textiles course can support progression into interior design support roles, showroom or retail assistance, design administration, styling support, or further academic study related to interior design and textiles.

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Legal information

This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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