Interior Design Project
Sustainable rehabilitation
This short course explores the role of interior designers in sustainable housing renovation, promoting an integrated approach that combines aesthetics, functionality and environmental responsibility. Through a practical and interdisciplinary methodology, students will be challenged to develop proposals that reconcile spatial identity, comfort and innovation with principles of circular economy, energy efficiency and the use of eco-friendly materials. Throughout the course, national and international case studies will be analysed, as well as sustainable design methodologies applied to contemporary renovation. The programme aims to equip students with the essential skills to work in contexts of renovation and enhancement of built housing heritage, contributing to urban regeneration and the cultural, social and environmental sustainability of spaces.
Profile
Skills
- Understand the principles of sustainable design applied to the renovation of buildings and homes, recognising the challenges and opportunities associated with the sector.
- Critically analyse national and international case studies, identifying innovative strategies in interior design for sustainable renovation.
- Select and apply materials and construction solutions with low environmental impact, focusing on natural fibres, resource reuse and energy efficiency.
- Develop an interior design project for the renovation of a dwelling, incorporating sustainable renovation strategies and cultural enhancement of the space.
- Integrate circular economy methodologies into the design process, articulating aesthetics, functionality, user well-being and environmental responsibility.
- Communicate and justify design choices through visual representations, descriptive reports and critical argumentation, in line with good sustainable design practices.
A qualified professional guarantees excellence
Trainer
Year 2025-2026
Tuition Fee
Fully funded course: exemption from tuition fees, registration, and insurance. A €25,00 fee is required to reserve a place, which will be refunded upon completion of the course.
Administrative Services
Contacts
For information on applications, admission or scholarships at ESAD, the Administrative Services team is available to assist by email or telephone, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00 (in August, morning opening is at 9:00).
Recovery and Resilience Plan
PRR Funding
This project is funded by the Portuguese Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), under the European Union’s NextGenerationEU initiative, supporting innovation, skills development and sustainable growth.
Short Courses