What will you learn in Design is in the Details: How to Accessorize Like a Pro Course
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Use the 5 key accessories (vases, trays, books, greenery, candles) and apply 7 golden rules for polished accessorizing.
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Stylishly decorate surfaces—console tables, coffee tables, fireplace mantels, bookcases, and dining tables—with cohesive groupings.
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Hang artwork and arrange pillows to balance scale, color, and texture on sofas and beds.
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Mix metal finishes (polished chrome, brushed brass, aged bronze) effectively across rooms, including kitchens and bathrooms.
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Match paint colors to diverse wood finishes and blend wood tones seamlessly.
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Select and apply moldings—crown, baseboard, casing, chair rail, panel, and picture-frame—to elevate architectural detail.
Program Overview
Module 1: Accessories & Golden Rules
30 minutes
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Topics: The 5 essential accessories; my 7 golden rules for grouping and balance
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Hands-on: Sketch and plan accessory groupings for a tabletop vignette
Module 2: Decorating Surfaces
45 minutes
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Topics: Layering on console tables, coffee tables, mantels, bookcases, and dining tables
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Hands-on: Style a mock coffee-table layout using real or paper props
Module 3: Artwork & Pillow Styling
30 minutes
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Topics: Optimal artwork hanging heights and arrangements; pillow mixing for sofas and beds
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Hands-on: Create a paper mock-up of a gallery wall and pillow layout
Module 4: Mixing Metal Finishes
45 minutes
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Topics: Combining polished, brushed, and patinated metals; room-by-room applications
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Hands-on: Curate metal sample palettes for kitchen and bathroom scenarios
Module 5: Wood Finishes & Paint Matching
45 minutes
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Topics: Identifying warm vs. cool woods; pairing paint hues to wood undertones
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Hands-on: Select paint swatches for three distinct wood samples
Module 6: Moldings & Trim Details
30 minutes
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Topics: Crown molding, baseboard, window/door casing, chair rail, panel, and picture-frame molding
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Hands-on: Draft a simple floor-plan elevation and specify molding profiles
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Job Outlook
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Skills in styling and detailing are sought by Interior Decorators, Home Stagers, and Design Consultants.
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Demand is strong in residential remodels, furniture showrooms, and boutique design firms.
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Entry-level decorators can expect $45,000–$60,000; experienced consultants earn $70,000–$90,000+ annually.
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Last verified: March 12, 2026
