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CADD Centre · Civil / Architectural CADD
Architectural & Interior Design Course in Vellore, Katpadi & Ranipet
Learn the design thinking behind good buildings and interiors – space planning, materials, services, perspectives and Vaastu.
3 levels32–40 h71 topics3 centresClassroom · Online · Hybrid
01What is Architectural & Interior Design
What is Architectural & Interior Design? In plain words.
Architectural and interior design is the planning of buildings and the spaces inside them so they work well, look good and suit the people using them. Before any software is opened, a designer has to understand design elements such as line, form, colour and light, how to plan rooms and circulation, which materials to use, and how services like plumbing, electrical and air-conditioning fit in. These short courses teach those concepts in plain terms, with practical exercises.
Architects, interior designers, builders and furniture and modular kitchen firms all need people who can read a floor plan, suggest a sensible layout, pick suitable materials and explain the idea with a perspective sketch. Clients in Tamil Nadu often ask about Vaastu too. A concepts course gives you that foundation, so that tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit or 3ds Max become far more useful when you learn them next.
Housing and commercial construction keep growing in Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet, and many homeowners here look for interior and Vaastu-aware planning. With Chennai and Bengaluru within reach, a design foundation opens doors to local studios and larger metro firms alike.
What you will be able to do
- Explain the basic elements and principles of interior and architectural design
- Plan rooms, furniture layouts and circulation for a home or small office
- Choose suitable building and finishing materials for different spaces
- Account for building services such as electrical, plumbing and ventilation in a layout
- Draw simple one-point and two-point perspective views of a space
- Apply basic Vaastu guidelines when planning a residence
- Add simple landscaping ideas to a site plan
- Present a design concept clearly to a client or mentor
02Why learn it
Why learn Architectural & Interior Design now?
Six reasons students and professionals in Vellore district pick this skill.
Practical space planning
Learn to arrange rooms, furniture and circulation so a home or office works well.
Know your materials
Understand common building and finishing materials and where each is suitable.
Services built into the design
See how electrical, plumbing and other building services affect a layout.
Vaastu for local clients
Get a working idea of Vaastu principles that many clients in Tamil Nadu ask about.
Short and foundational
Courses of 32–40 hours give a solid base before you move on to CAD and 3D tools.
03Who can learn
Who can join this course?
B.Arch and interior design students
Strengthen your basics in planning, materials and services.
BE/BTech and Diploma Civil students
Add design understanding to your structural and drafting knowledge.
12th-standard students
Explore interior and architectural design before choosing a career.
Women restarting careers
Build a creative skill that can lead to studio work or freelance projects.
Draughtsmen and site supervisors
Understand the design reasons behind the drawings you work on.
Furniture, modular kitchen and décor staff
Plan spaces better and explain ideas clearly to customers.
Before you start: No design background is needed. An interest in homes and spaces and basic computer use are enough; a feel for sketching helps with the perspective sessions.
04Levels & syllabus
Every Architectural & Interior Design level, topic by topic.
3 programmes on one page. Pick a level to see its modules and every topic covered.
Foundation level
Essential in Architectural Design
Learners who want a 32-hour course focused on building design concepts, including landscaping and services.
32 hours6 modules · 25 topicsCode EBCONAD2401Certificate: CADD Centre network
6 modules · 25 topics
01Design Elements4 topics
Line, form, space and textureColour, light and proportionDesign principles for buildingsAnalysing design elements in an existing building
02Space Planning4 topics
Zoning and circulationRoom sizes and relationshipsBubble diagrams and adjacencyPlanning a residential layout
03Perspective Views4 topics
Perspective basics – horizon line and vanishing pointsOne-point perspectiveTwo-point perspectiveSketching a building exterior
04Landscaping4 topics
Role of landscaping in a siteHard and soft landscape elementsChoosing plants, paving and water featuresAdding landscape to a site plan
05Building Services5 topics
Electrical services basicsWater supply, plumbing and drainage basicsVentilation and lightingFire safety basicsShowing services on a floor plan
06Building Materials4 topics
Common building materialsProperties and uses of brick, concrete, stone, timber and steelFinishes for floors, walls and roofsSelecting materials for a building
Foundation level
Essential in Architecture/Interior Design Concepts
Beginners who want a compact 32-hour introduction to the core ideas of architecture and interior design.
32 hours6 modules · 22 topicsCode ESCONA2401Certificate: CADD Centre network
These are the core topics this programme always covers. Ask the counsellor on WhatsApp for the detailed, session-wise syllabus.
6 modules · 22 topics
01Introduction4 topics
What architecture and interior design involveRoles of architects and interior designersReading a basic floor planDrawing scales and symbols
02Design Elements and Principles4 topics
Line, form, colour and textureBalance, proportion and harmonyColour schemes basicsLighting in interior spaces
03Space Planning Basics4 topics
Zoning and circulationStandard room and furniture sizesFurniture layout basicsPlanning living, kitchen and bedroom spaces
04Materials and Services Basics4 topics
Common building and finishing materialsFlooring, wall and ceiling finishesBasic electrical and plumbing considerationsVentilation and natural light
05Sketching and Drawing Basics3 topics
Freehand sketchingPlans, elevations and sectionsBasic perspective sketching
06Practice Project3 topics
Planning a simple room or small homePreparing a mood boardPresenting the concept
Foundation level
Essential in Architectural and Interior Design Concepts
Beginners who want a 40-hour foundation covering both interior design and building concepts, including Vaastu and a mentor session.
40 hours8 modules · 24 topicsCode CONCEXDA2401Certificate: CADD Centre network
8 modules · 24 topics
01Basics of Interior Design3 topics
What interior design involvesRole of an interior designerReading a basic floor plan
02Design Elements4 topics
Line, form, space and textureColour and its effect on a spaceLight – natural and artificialBalance, proportion and harmony
03Space Planning3 topics
Zoning and circulationFurniture layout and clearancesPlanning living, bedroom and kitchen spaces
04Perspective Views3 topics
One-point perspectiveTwo-point perspectiveSketching an interior view
05Building Materials3 topics
Common building materialsFlooring, wall and ceiling finishesChoosing materials for each space
06Building Services3 topics
Electrical layout basicsPlumbing and sanitation basicsVentilation and air-conditioning basics
07Vaastu3 topics
Basic Vaastu principlesRoom placement and orientationBalancing Vaastu with practical planning
08Mentor Session2 topics
Presenting a design conceptReview and feedback from a mentor
05Choose your level
Which level is right for me?
Choose Essential in Architectural and Interior Design Concepts (40 hours) if you want the widest coverage, including interiors and Vaastu. Choose Essential in Architectural Design (32 hours) if your interest is buildings, sites and landscaping. The 32-hour Architecture/Interior Design Concepts course is a short introduction; after any of these, learn AutoCAD, SketchUp or Revit to draw your designs.
| Programme | Level | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential in Architectural Design Code EBCONAD2401 | Foundation | 32 h | Learners who want a 32-hour course focused on building design concepts, including landscaping and services. |
| Essential in Architecture/Interior Design Concepts Code ESCONA2401 | Foundation | 32 h | Beginners who want a compact 32-hour introduction to the core ideas of architecture and interior design. |
| Essential in Architectural and Interior Design Concepts Code CONCEXDA2401 | Foundation | 40 h | Beginners who want a 40-hour foundation covering both interior design and building concepts, including Vaastu and a mentor session. |
Foundation
Course on · Essential · Certificate · SKEP · Executive DiplomaStart here. Core tools, workflow and a practice project.
Professional
Proficient · ProfessionalIndustry-style exercises, advanced features and a portfolio project.
Master
Advanced · Expert · MastersComplete programmes that combine several tools and a capstone project.
06Hands-on
Projects you will build
You learn by making real deliverables – reviewed by your trainer before certification.
2BHK furniture layout
Plan furniture, circulation and zoning for a typical two-bedroom flat.
Living room perspective
Sketch a one-point perspective of a living room with finishes shown.
Material board
Select flooring, wall and ceiling materials for a home and justify each choice.
Vaastu-aware house plan
Arrange rooms of a small house using basic Vaastu guidelines.
Site landscape sketch
Add garden, paving and planting ideas to a residential site plan.
Tools & features covered
Design elements and principlesSpace planning and furniture layoutOne-point and two-point perspectiveBuilding and finishing materialsBuilding services basicsVaastu guidelinesLandscaping basics
Talk to a counsellor about Architectural & Interior Design
Get the full syllabus PDF, current fee, offers and the next batch date on WhatsApp – usually within minutes during centre hours.
07Careers
Jobs you can apply for after Architectural & Interior Design
Roles that list this skill in Indian job postings.
Junior Interior Designer
Prepares layouts, material selections and concept sketches for clients.
Design Assistant (Architecture)
Supports architects with planning, research and presentation work.
Space Planner
Plans furniture and circulation for homes, offices and shops.
Modular Kitchen / Furniture Designer
Designs kitchens, wardrobes and fitted furniture to suit a space.
Interior Site Coordinator
Checks that interior work on site follows the design.
Design Sales Consultant
Helps customers choose layouts, finishes and products in showrooms.
Salary you can expect
Fresher0–2 years₹1.8–3.5 LPA
Experienced3–5 years₹4–7 LPA
Senior6+ years₹8–14 LPA
Indicative ranges for India; pay varies by company, city, skills and experience. Software skills and a strong portfolio raise earnings. Figures in lakh per annum (LPA).
Industries that use it
Architecture firmsInterior design studiosReal estate and housingConstruction companiesModular kitchen and furnitureHome décor retailHospitality and retail fit-outs
Companies that use these skills
LivspaceHomeLaneGodrej InterioAsian Paints (Beautiful Homes)PepperfrySleek (Asian Paints)CasagrandPrestige GroupSobhaL&T ConstructionShapoorji PallonjiBrigade Group
Examples of well-known companies and sectors in India that use these skills. They are not CareerKraft partners or recruiters.
Your career path
1
Design Trainee / Assistant
Helps with layouts, measurements and material lists.
2
Junior Interior or Architectural Designer
Handles room layouts and concepts under a senior designer.
3
Interior Designer / Project Designer
Leads client projects from concept to execution.
4
Senior Designer or Studio Owner
Manages a design team or runs an independent practice.
Placements
Students placed from our centres
Naresh N
Knitwear Designer & Quality Checker
SGS India Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru
Surendar S
Design Engineer, Assistant Engineer - Design
Hirise Drafting and Consulting Pvt. Ltd, Eversendai Construction Pvt. Ltd (ECPL), Chennai
Suresh K
CNC Lathe Programmer
Propel Valve Pvt. Ltd
Anish R
Design Engineer
New Auto Tech Pvt. Ltd
08How you learn
Classroom, online or both.
Same syllabus and certificate in every mode. Your counsellor confirms the mode based on trainer availability for your batch.
Classroom
Learn in our labs at Katpadi, Vellore or Ranipet with your trainer beside you and classmates to build with.
Online
Live sessions from home with the same syllabus, projects and certificate. Good if you cannot travel every day.
Hybrid
Lab days plus online sessions around college or work. The mode depends on trainer availability for your batch.
Certificate
On completing a level and its project assessment, you receive the course certificate of the CADD Centre network, issued through CareerKraft as the authorised training partner.
Batches & timings
Weekday, weekend and fast-track batches within centre hours (Mon–Sat 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM · Sun 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM). Ask for the next start date at your centre.
Fees & EMI
The fee depends on the level and mode. Your counsellor shares the current fee, offers and EMI options on WhatsApp.
Why learn at CareerKraft
Authorised partner training
Structured syllabi and certificates from the CADD Centre, Livewire and SynergySBS networks.
Learn by doing
Hands-on lab work and a project assessed before you are certified.
Personal attention
Industry-experienced trainers and batches small enough to ask questions.
Placement support
Resume help, mock interviews and job leads when you are ready – no false promises.
Career guides that include this course
11Where to learn
Learn Architectural & Interior Design at any of 3 centres
Same syllabus, trainer standard and certificate at every centre. Tap the centre you want.
Architectural & Interior Design in Katpadi
Near Aascars Cinemas, Katpadi
CADD Centre Katpadi
Architectural & Interior Design in Vellore
Near Raja Theatre, Vellore
CADD Centre Vellore
Architectural & Interior Design in Ranipet
Near SBI, Muthukadai, Ranipet
CADD Centre Ranipet
Guides about Architectural & Interior Design
Design & Engineering
How to Build a Design Portfolio That Gets You Interviews
A practical guide to building a design portfolio for CAD, BIM, interior, product and UI/UX roles, even if you have never worked on a paid project.
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Design & Engineering
Interior Design Software Guide: 3ds Max, SketchUp and More
Interior designers use a chain of tools, from AutoCAD plans to SketchUp models and V-Ray renders. Here is what each does and how to learn them in order.
8 min readRead
Design & Engineering
Revit vs AutoCAD for Civil and Architecture: What to Learn
AutoCAD draws lines; Revit builds a model of the building. Here is what that difference means for civil and architecture students choosing a course.
8 min readRead
09FAQ
Architectural & Interior Design course – your questions answered
12 answers about levels, duration, eligibility, certificate, placement support and fees.
Still have a question? The counsellor at the centre you prefer replies on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppWhat is this Architectural & Interior Design course about?
It teaches the concepts behind good buildings and interiors: design elements, space planning, perspective views, building materials, building services and Vaastu. It is a concepts course, and it prepares you well for CAD and 3D tools later.
Who can join?
B.Arch, interior design and civil students, 12th-standard students, draughtsmen, furniture and décor staff, and women restarting careers can all join. No design background is needed.
How long are the courses?
Essential in Architectural and Interior Design Concepts is 40 hours. Essential in Architectural Design and Essential in Architecture/Interior Design Concepts are 32 hours each.
Which course should I choose?
Pick the 40-hour Architectural and Interior Design Concepts course for the broadest coverage, including interiors, Vaastu and a mentor session. Pick Architectural Design if you are more interested in buildings and landscaping.
Does this course teach AutoCAD or 3D software?
No, these courses focus on design concepts. For drawing and visualisation, follow up with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit or 3ds Max, which are offered as separate courses.
Can I study online or in hybrid mode?
Classroom, online and hybrid modes are offered, depending on trainer availability. Your centre will confirm the options for your batch.
Can I attend a demo before joining?
Yes, ask your chosen centre on WhatsApp or phone about a demo or counselling session. They will explain the syllabus and how the classes run.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. On completing the course and assessment, you receive a certificate from CADD Centre, our training partner.
Is placement support available?
We offer placement support such as resume help, mock interviews and job leads. We do not guarantee a job; building a portfolio and learning design software will improve your chances.
What are the fees?
The counsellor at your chosen centre will share the current fee, any offers and EMI options on WhatsApp.
Do I need a laptop?
Not for this course. Most work is concept study, sketching and planning, and centre systems are available when needed.
Which centre and timings can I choose?
The course runs at our Katpadi, Vellore and Ranipet centres. Centres are open Monday to Saturday 9:30 am–6:30 pm and Sunday 9:00 am–2:00 pm.
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