This introductory course is designed to help you curate the three essential material families used in high-end interiors. You will learn to move beyond simple aesthetics to understand the “Material Culture”—the logic of textures, finishes, and durability that defines a professional space.
Lesson 1: Wood & Its Natural Forms Discover the origins and diverse characteristics of timber, understanding how its unique properties dictate its professional use in residential spaces.
Lesson 2: Stone & Glass Elements Explore the particularities of mineral surfaces and glass. Learn the logic behind selecting the right textures and finishes for durability and luxury.
Lesson 3: Metals in Interior Design A deep dive into the origins and applications of metals. Master the technical criteria needed to integrate metallic elements with professional precision.
Your Learning Portal: The ALNA DESIGN® Learning Hub
By signing up today, you gain your personal workspace within the ALNA DESIGN® Learning Hub. This is your private platform to manage your educational journey and access our exclusive design resources.
Your enrollment also grants you full access to our 101 Starter Bundle, allowing you to master the other core pillars of the craft: Floor Plan Principles, Color Theory, and Lighting Fundamentals. Developing this “material intelligence” is what separates a beginner from a professional curator.
Our 101 courses are 100% free to learn, but an Official ALNA DESIGN® Certificate adds instant credibility to your professional portfolio.
For just $9, you can formalize your skills and showcase your expertise. Take the final quiz whenever you’re ready—with unlimited retakes included and zero pressure.
Take your skills from foundational logic to professional excellence.
Step 1 — The NYC Masterclass: Move beyond theory. Watch the "French Method" in action on a real-world $3M project.
Step 2 — Technical Expertise: Elevate your credentials with our specialized Color & Light Consulting Certification.
Step 3 — Professional Launch: Join our 6-month mentorship to become a Certified French Interior Curator™ and launch your business with our Seal of Excellence.
A structured, elegant journey designed to build your confidence and career. Study at your own pace—let excellence guide your design journey.
This exclusive masterclass is designed to show you how a real interior design project works — from start to finish.
Through one complete, real-life project, you step inside professional practice and clearly see:
• How an interior designer approaches a space
• How design decisions are made, step by step
• How a real interior decrating & styling project is structured with confidence
This masterclass 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 our expert skills certifications.
In short, the ALNA DESIGN® learning path works like this:
STEP 1 — Masterclass: Inside the Studio with a French Expert Go behind the scenes of a real NYC renovation project in this documentary-style Masterclass. From blueprint to final styling, learn how to apply the timeless French aesthetic to any modern interior.
STEP 2 — Expert Interior Design Certifications Master the essential high-end expertise required for today’s market: Color Consulting, Spatial Design, and Interior Styling. Gain the expert credentials and technical precision to execute your creative vision with French excellence.
STEP 3 — Certified French Interior Decorator & Stylist (April 30) Master the proprietary ALNA DESIGN® Method and launch your high-end career. The ultimate training to become an industry-recognized professional with a unique, luxury signature.
You can start directly with Step 1 "The NYC Masterclass", if you want to understand how French designers really think and work, and begin applying a clear professional logic right away.
Beyond technical skills, the ALNA DESIGN® certifications are designed to give you a competitive edge in the global luxury market. Each module transforms your creative intuition into a precise, professional expertise:
Master the Art of Volume & Flow (Spatial Designer) - Learn to solve complex architectural challenges with the French sense of harmony. You won’t just place furniture; you will curate the rhythm of a space, creating intuitive, high-end layouts that feel both grand and intimate.
Command the Science of the "French Palette" (Color Consultant) - Move beyond trendy colors. Master the professional science of pigments and architectural light. You will gain the authority to create timeless, signature color stories using the sophisticated "tons rompus" (muted tones) that define French luxury.
Capture the Art of Curated Living (Interior Stylist) - Master the final layer of excellence: the ability to select, pair, and arrange every element of a home. This is the global mastery of curation—learning how to layer textures, heritage pieces, and contemporary furniture into a coherent, effortless lifestyle. You don't just decorate; you develop the professional eye to harmonize any space, making it look both sophisticated and full of soul.
Yes, absolutely. At ALNA DESIGN®, we offer a flexible, modular learning path. You can begin by mastering specific disciplines—such as Color Consulting or Spatial Design—and earn those expert credentials first.
When you are ready to elevate your practice, you can seamlessly transition into the Certified French Interior Decorator & Stylist program. Your completed certifications will be credited toward your final graduation, allowing you to master the full ALNA DESIGN® Method at your own pace while building immediate professional authority.
The Specialized Certifications vs. The Professional Program
The Specialized Certifications: Our targeted certifications (Color, Space, Styling) focus on high-level decision-making and real-world execution. These modules provide immediate, industry-ready expertise, allowing you to launch a specialized practice or add a professional edge to your current services.
The Certified Professional Program: The Alna Design® Mastery - It goes beyond technical skills to integrate them into a complete, proprietary methodology. This is where you master the Alna Design® Method—merging expertise into a coherent, high-end signature that defines you as a Certified Interior Decorator & Stylist.
ALNA DESIGN® offers a sophisticated alternative to traditional design education. We bridge the gap between French heritage and modern professional practice, providing an immersive, high-end experience designed for immediate market impact.
The French Touch Advantage - Master a globally admired aesthetic: balanced, timeless, and effortlessly elegant. This signature style instantly elevates your profile, setting you apart from standard professionals in the industry.
The Professional "Studio" Method - Skip the abstract theory. You learn through a proven step-by-step methodology, mirroring exactly how top-tier French experts execute international projects.
A Seamless Expert Path - Our curriculum is structured for rapid authority building:
The Masterclass: Step inside a high-end NYC renovation.
The Expert Certifications: Master the specialized skills of Color, Space, and Styling.
The Final Signature: Become a Certified French Interior Decorator & Stylist.
Investment in Excellence - Luxury education is about quality, not just cost. We provide premium industry training with an optimized investment structure, making world-class French expertise available to dedicated visionaries.
Real-World Project Exposure - You don’t just study concepts; you master reality. Every stage of the ALNA DESIGN® path exposes you to the technical precision and decision-making of active professionals.
Designed for Creative Visionaries Tailored for ambitious career changers and professionals seeking to dominate high-growth design niches.
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.
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:
In short, the ALNA DESIGN® learning path works like this:
STEP 1 — Masterclass: Inside the Studio with a French Expert Go behind the scenes of a real NYC renovation project in this documentary-style Masterclass. From blueprint to final styling, learn how to apply the timeless French aesthetic to any modern interior.
STEP 2 — Expert Interior Design Certifications Master the essential high-end expertise required for today’s market: Color Consulting, Spatial Design, and Interior Styling. Gain the expert credentials and technical precision to execute your creative vision with French excellence.
STEP 3 — Certified French Interior Decorator & Stylist (April 30) Master the proprietary ALNA DESIGN® Method and launch your high-end career. The ultimate training to become an industry-recognized professional with a unique, luxury signature.
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 Certified French Touch interior decorator & Stylist
Expert Certifications & Masterclasses - Our specialized certifications and Masterclasses provide immediate, full access to our proprietary video lessons and exclusive downloadable resources. Due to the digital nature of this high-value content and the instant delivery of our professional methodology, these programs are non-refundable.
The Certified French Interior Decorator & Stylist Program - This career training includes a dedicated satisfaction guarantee. Detailed terms for this policy will be available upon the program's launch.
Not sure yet? The best way to experience our French Touch is to explore our free introductory lessons. This allows you to ensure our teaching style and the ALNA DESIGN® Method are the perfect fit for your professional goals before committing to a full certification.
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