Oriental Design Essentials Interior Decoration & Garden Landscaping in Nepalese & Indian Style

Blended learning

Who is the training for?

  • Professionals and enthusiasts seeking to create "Living Sanctuaries" with cultural authenticity.
  • The Interior Designer: Seeks to infuse modern apartments with artisanal textures and spiritual depth (e.g., carved wood accents and symbolic lighting).
  • The Landscape Architect: Wants to design contemplative gardens that function as natural extensions of the home (e.g., stone pathways and water features).
  • The Creative Student: Aims to build a professional portfolio rooted in South Asian architect

Level reached

Beginner

Duration

10,00 week(s)

Language(s) of service

EN

Prerequisites

Skill Level: Open to all levels (introductory to intermediate).

Requirements: A strong interest in South Asian culture and a commitment to completing weekly practical exercises.

Goals

This training aims to provide participants with a solid cultural, aesthetic, and technical understanding of Nepalese and Indian interior decoration and landscape design, enabling them to:

  • Understand the philosophy and symbolism of Oriental design
  • Apply traditional principles to contemporary interiors and gardens
  • Develop coherent design concepts inspired by Nepalese and Indian aesthetics
  • Integrate materials, colors, spatial organization, and landscaping elements
  • Produce professional design proposals aligned with real-world practice

Contents

Module 1 – Foundations of Nepalese & Indian Oriental Design

Understanding Culture, Philosophy, and Aesthetics
Learning focus:

  • Historical and cultural roots of Nepalese and Indian design
  • Spiritual and symbolic dimensions of space
  • Influence of Hindu and Buddhist philosophies
  • Traditional spatial hierarchies and sacred geometry

Outcome:
Participants understand why Oriental spaces are designed the way they are, not only how.

Module 2 – Space, Balance, and Flow

Designing with Energy, Proportion, and Movement
Learning focus:

  • Spatial composition and orientation
  • Flow, rhythm, and balance in interior and garden layouts
  • Relationship between built space and nature
  • Introduction to Vastu-inspired spatial principles (conceptual, non-dogmatic)

Practical exercise:
Analyzing an existing space through Oriental spatial logic.

Module 3 – Materials, Textures, and Craftsmanship

From Earth to Handcrafted Detail
Learning focus:

  • Traditional materials: wood, stone, brick, metal, clay
  • Handmade finishes and artisanal techniques
  • Texture as a sensory design element
  • Sustainable and locally sourced materials

Outcome:
Participants learn how material choice shapes atmosphere and authenticity.

Module 4 – Color, Light, and Atmosphere

Creating Mood and Spiritual Depth
Learning focus:

  • Symbolic meaning of colors in Nepalese and Indian culture
  • Natural and artificial lighting strategies
  • Shadow, contrast, and warmth
  • Creating calm, meditative, or vibrant environments

Practical exercise:
Developing a color and lighting concept for an interior or garden.

Module 5 – Interior Decoration in Nepalese & Indian Style

Furniture, Objects, and Visual Composition
Learning focus:

  • Traditional and contemporary furniture forms
  • Decorative elements: carvings, textiles, artworks, objects
  • Wall treatments and flooring
  • Composition and visual storytelling in interiors

Outcome:
Participants can style an interior space with coherence and cultural sensitivity.

Module 6 – Garden and Landscape Design in Oriental Style

Designing Outdoor Spaces as Living Sanctuaries
Learning focus:

  • Structure of Oriental gardens
  • Plants, water features, stones, and pathways
  • Integration of architecture and landscape
  • Creating contemplative and functional outdoor spaces

Practical exercise:
Conceptual layout for a Nepalese or Indian-inspired garden.

Module 7 – Contemporary Applications & 3D Visualization

Bringing Tradition into Modern Design Practice
Learning focus:

  • Adapting traditional aesthetics to modern lifestyles
  • Case studies from Architecture Laboratory projects
  • Introduction to 3D visualization for interiors and landscapes
  • Presenting design concepts professionally

Outcome:
Participants bridge tradition and contemporary architectural practice.

Module 8 – Final Design Project & Professional Presentation

From Concept to Coherent Design Proposal
Learning focus:

  • Development of a personal interior or garden project
  • Concept statement and design narrative
  • Visual presentation (plans, mood boards, 3D views)
  • Feedback and professional guidance

Final deliverable:
A complete design concept inspired by Nepalese or Indian Oriental style.

Points covered

  • Philosophy & Foundations: Historical roots, Hindu and Buddhist influences, and the symbolism of sacred space.
  • Flow & Energy: Spatial composition, rhythm, and Vastu principles for interior/exterior balance.
  • Materials & Craftsmanship: Utilizing wood, metal, and earth to create sensory, durable textures.
  • Atmosphere & Light: Lighting strategies and color psychology to define meditative or vibrant moods.
  • Landscape Design: Structure of Oriental gardens, water feature integration, and contemplative pathway design.
  • Professional Practice: From concept to final project with 3D rendering and professional design board presentations.

Teaching methods

Benefit from a training program featuring individual and personalized mentorship from an expert architect, combined with comprehensive online theoretical courses and interactive practical sessions. Flexible learning path, directly aligned with your profes

Evaluation

Assessment is continuous and structured: student progress is measured weekly through both theoretical and practical milestones. A final examination is conducted at the end of the program, contingent upon meeting minimum attendance requirements.

Certificate, diploma

A Certificate of Competence, recognized by industry professionals, will be issued upon fulfillment of the following conditions: minimum attendance, passing the final examination, and achieving satisfactory grades on all weekly exercises.

Mode of organisation

  • The Match Pro program offers personalized support through live individual sessions led by an expert mentor. Each student benefits from a tailor-made follow-up, specifically adapted to their professional needs and pace.
  • Flexible Learning: The Moodle platform is accessible 24/7, providing continuous access to course materials, resources, and exercises.
  • Expert Guidance: Regular meetings between the student and the instructor—whether in-person or remote—strengthen the learning process and ensure progress is aligned with industry standards.
  • Real-World Application: Through practical exercises rooted in professional reality, students acquire concrete, hands-on skills.
  • Milestone Validation: At the end of each module, a final assignment is required to guarantee the mastery of competencies and validate overall progression.

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