what makes ALNA DESIGN® unique
Interior design is the foundation — the French Touch makes the difference
Research shows that our environment shapes how we feel, think, and function every day. Light, colors, and harmony influence mood, focus, and well-being. That’s why interior design is at the core of ALNA DESIGN®.
But knowing how to decorate is not enough. What truly makes the difference is how you think about space. This is where the French Touch comes in.
Why ALNA DESIGN®
ALNA DESIGN® was created to make high-quality interior design education accessible worldwide — without lowering standards.
Our programs follow a clear learning path: free foundations, real project immersion, professional micro-certifications, and an advanced certification pathway.
Accessibility does not mean simplification.
It reflects a French belief that knowledge, method, and design culture should be shared.
With ALNA DESIGN®, you learn interior design online with clarity, structure, and the timeless elegance of French interiors.
how ALNA DESIGN® teaches you to think like an interior designer
ALNA DESIGN® is an online design school dedicated to teaching interior design and interior decorating through:
- clear structure
- real projects
- practical decision-making
- and the timeless logic of the French Touch
We don’t teach design as a list of rules or trends. We teach you how to think like a professional, so you can adapt to any space, any style, and any lifestyle.
a clear learning path, from home to profession
ALNA DESIGN® offers a structured progression:
👉 decorate any home with confidence
start by following a real interior decorating project, from start to finish
👉 free foundations
build a clear understanding of interior design basics — once you know how they are used in real projects
👉 professional skills certifications
develop focused, practical skills in color, lighting, layout, and styling
👉 become a certified French Touch interior decorator
master a complete method and gain professional recognition through ALNA DESIGN®’s advanced certification
a coherent ecosystem, built with intention
Inspired by the French art of living, ALNA DESIGN® is gradually developing complementary lifestyle guides to support a more balanced way of living — always starting with the interior as the anchor.
These guides are currently in development and will be introduced progressively.
founded by a french interior designer
ALNA DESIGN® was founded by a French interior designer with over 20 years of professional experience, including the creation of France’s first state-certified interior decorating training for adults changing careers.
This background shapes the clarity, structure, and professional standards behind every ALNA DESIGN® program.
ALNA DESIGN® helps you create interiors, and careers that feel aligned, meaningful, and timeless.
Because when your space is right, everything else flows more naturally.
frequently asked questions
Why is Decorate Any Home with Confidence the first step of the ALNA DESIGN® learning path?
This course is designed to show you how a real interior decorating project works — from start to finish.
Through one complete, real-life project, you step inside professional practice and clearly see:
• how an interior decorator approaches a space
• how design decisions are made, step by step
• how a decorating project is structured with confidence
This course bridges the gap between learning and practice.
It helps you move from abstract concepts to real project logic — before developing and validating specific professional skills through the skills certifications.
In short, the ALNA DESIGN® learning path works like this:
→ decorate any home with confidence
Step inside real professional practice through a complete project
→ free foundations
Build strong interior design foundations once you understand how they are used
→ professional skills certifications
Develop and validate targeted skills (color, lighting, layout, styling)
→ become a certified French Touch interior decorator
Master a complete method and gain professional recognition
Together, these steps form a clear, progressive path to learn interior design online and move forward — confidently and seriously — towar
What makes ALNA DESIGN® different?
ALNA DESIGN® gives you a unique way to learn interior design online: professional methods, real project training, and the elegance of the French Touch — all at an accessible price. Our approach is designed to help you learn faster, gain confidence, and stand out in a competitive market.
Here’s what makes us truly different:
• The French Touch advantage
Learn a style admired worldwide: balanced, timeless, elegant. This instantly sets you apart from other beginner interior decorators.
• Professional methods made simple
No complicated theory. You learn real techniques step by step, exactly how French decorators work on actual projects.
• A clear, structured learning path
→ start with a real interior decorating project
→ build strong foundations with free courses
→ develop professional skills through focused certifications
→ complete your journey with the certified French Touch interior decorator program
• Learn without overspending
High-quality interior design education is often expensive. We offer accessible prices without compromising quality.
• Real project experience
You don’t just learn concepts — you learn how professionals really work. Throughout the ALNA DESIGN® learning path, you are progressively exposed to the reality of interior design projects:
• Designed for beginners and career changers
No experience needed. You study online with clear guidance and simple explanations.
• International credibility
The French Touch is a powerful differentiator in the interior design world. Your future clients will notice it.
Are the free courses enough to work as an interior decorator?
The free courses are designed to help you understand the fundamentals of interior design and build a strong base.
They are an excellent starting point if you want to learn interior design online and gain clarity on essential concepts.
However, working confidently on real interiors requires more than understanding theory.
That’s why the learning path at ALNA DESIGN® is progressive and practice-driven:
→ decorate any home with confidence
Start by following a real interior decorating project, from start to finish, and see how professional decisions are made.
→ free foundations
Build a clear understanding of interior design basics — once you know how they are applied in real projects.
→ professional skills certifications
Develop focused, practical skills in color, lighting, layout, and styling.
→ become a certified French Touch interior decorator
Master a complete method and gain professional recognition through ALNA DESIGN®’s advanced certification.
Each step builds on the previous one, allowing you to move from observation to practice with clarity, structure, and confidence.
This progressive path is designed to help you study interior design online seriously, understand how the profession really works, and move forward step by step toward becoming a French Touch interior decorator.
Do I need prior experience to start with Decorate Any Home with Confidence or the free courses?
No experience is required.
Decorate Any Home with Confidence is designed to be accessible even if you are completely new to interior design. The course guides you step by step through a real interior decorating project, showing you how professional decisions are made and how you can apply the same logic to your own home.
You don’t need technical knowledge or prior training — just curiosity and the desire to learn by seeing how things are done in real life.
The free courses that follow then help you build solid foundations once you understand how those principles are used in real projects.
Whether you are exploring interior design for personal interest or considering a professional path, you can start with confidence.
What is the difference between the free courses and the professional skills certifications?
Our free courses are designed to introduce the fundamentals of interior design.
They help you understand the basics, explore key concepts, and discover our teaching approach if you want to learn interior design online with clarity.
They are ideal to:
- get started
- understand essential principles
- build a first foundation
Our professional skills certifications go one step further.
They are designed to:
- validate real, practical skills
- help you apply concepts professionally
- develop confident decision-making
- work with real decorating situations
- move closer to becoming a certified French Touch interior decorator
Each professional skill certification focuses on application, structure, and professional logic, not just theory.
They include a clear learning path, validation of skills, and a certificate of completion.
Why is the French Touch certified interior decorator program valuable?
The professional skills certifications focus on real-world skills and decision-making, exactly as they are used in the daily practice of interior decorators.
The French Touch certified interior decorator program is the next step.
It brings those skills together into a complete, coherent professional approach.
While skills certifications help you act with confidence on specific aspects of a project, the certified program helps you structure a full decorating process, define your professional posture, and develop a strong French Touch identity.
Together, they form a clear and progressive path to learn interior design online — from understanding how decorators work, to thinking and working as a French Touch interior decorator.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. All courses and programs are self-paced so you can study whenever you want.
Who teaches the courses?
All courses are created and taught by Myriam Markiewicz, a French interior designer with 18 years of experience and the founder of ALNA DESIGN®. She has taught interior design in France, created the country’s first program for career changers, and authored a book on interior and exterior decorating.
What is your refund policy?
Our interior decorator in practice program and professionals skills certifications delivers immediate access to all video lessons, and all downloadable resources from the moment you purchase it. Because all courses are available instantly, they are not eligible for a refund.
This approach is standard for high-value digital training and ensures that every student receives the complete learning experience right away, without limits or delays.
The best part?
You can watch our free courses to make sure our teaching style and method are the right fit for you.
For students who want to continue further, the French Touch certified interior decorator career Program (launching March 2026) will include a satisfaction guarantee and a dedicated refund policy.