Create Academy Pro is the first professional learning programme from Create Academy

Designed for those looking to start a career in interior design, make the transition into the industry or for interior professionals who are keen to learn how other studios work, Create Academy Pro has been developed in response to growing demand from learners looking for more in-depth, career-focused education that bridges the gap between creative inspiration and the realities of working professionally

Former Nina Campbell head of interior design and operations, Joanna Draper (pictured) believes one of the biggest gaps in design education isn’t creativity – it’s understanding how a professional design studio actually works. After overseeing luxury residential projects across the UK, the US and the Middle East, she’s now sharing the practical skills that are rarely taught, from budgeting and supplier management to project delivery and client relationships

Alongside leading technical design educator Audrey Noakes, the programme also covers the technical skills increasingly expected of today’s designers, including SketchUp, digital workflows and AI

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(photo credit Rebecca Goddard)