A Capital Idea: Studying Interior Design in Washington, D.C.
by Kate McIntyrekate.mcintyre@interiordesignschoolreview.com
Interior Design School Review Columnist
If you're looking for interior design schools, consider your options in Washington, D.C. With its vibrant mix of landmark federal buildings, world-class museums, and cosmopolitan attitudes, the seat of the United States government is also hub of art and culture--a great place to study interior design or interior decorating.
Finding Interior Design Inspiration
Washington, D.C. offers endless inspiration for an interior design student. If your style does not run toward the traditional cast-iron dome of the Capitol Building, you might prefer the east building of the National Gallery of Art. This building features work from modern artists Henri Matisse, Alexander Calder, and Pablo Picasso. There is also a renowned sculpture garden on the grounds. Admission to the National Gallery is always free, so it's the perfect spot for interior decorating students long on inspiration, but short on cash. Other art galleries in town include the Freer Gallery of Asian Art, the National Museum of Women in the Arts, and the National Museum of African Art.A Home for Interior Design and Interior Decorating
Headquartered in Washington D.C., the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), spreads knowledge about interior design to increase the public's awareness of design and designers. As a student enrolled at an interior design school, you may be eligible to apply for an ASID student membership. Your local chapter can help you to learn more about design and to make valuable industry connections.Between the art, architecture, professional connections you'll find in Washington, D.C., you can get your interior design career off to a great start.
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Kate McIntyre is a writer in Portland, Oregon. She holds a B.A. from Harvard University and an M.F.A. in fiction writing from Oregon State University.
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