Designing Unique Luxury Spaces
A course by Ciszak Dalmas Ferrari , Architecture Studio
Joined June 2020

Combine creative branding and strategic thinking to design singular interior spaces
Great design is the product of solving real problems with original creative ideas. Matteo Ferrari and Andrea Caruso, two of the partners at Ciszak Dalmas Ferrari Studio, rely on strategic design thinking and a range of inspiration to create singular spaces that are both practical and eye-catching. No matter where you find inspiration, learn to channel it into a design project that has a positive impact and generates instant brand recognition.
In this course, Matteo and Andrea present their unique creative approach to designing for retail, blending their backgrounds in industrial design and architecture to develop impactful interior spaces. Learn their strategies for working with clients, understanding a visitor’s journey, and transforming a store, house, restaurant, or public space down to the last inspiring detail.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 24 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (226)
- 8,140 students
- 15 lessons (2h 27m)
- 24 additional resources (14 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish (Latam), French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · Italian · French · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Develop a unique design project for a functional and attractive retail space. Matteo and Andrea will be developing a bespoke design for a high-end brand shop based on a range of special factors.

Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for entry-level and intermediate designers. For each phase of the design process, Matteo and Andrea will suggest different deliverables based on your skills and experience, from true beginner to design professional.
Requirements and materials
Passion, dedication, and commitment are necessary to get the most out of this course.
For beginners, some basic notions of drawing are nice to have, as well as some computer skills like knowing how to create a presentation and using Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator to visualize your ideas. For advanced students, like those in design or architecture, 2D and 3D design software are recommended to get the most professional results (i.e. Rhinoceros, Autocad, Sketch-up, Keyshot, etc.).
Materials used in this course include: a black pen (Muji 0.5mm or similar), an A4 notebook with blank white paper, and some felt pens or ABT Tombow markers in light colors.

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Ciszak Dalmas Ferrari
A course by Ciszak Dalmas Ferrari
Matteo and Andrea, together with a colleague, form the team at Ciszak Dalmas Ferrari Studio. Originally founded by two of them as friends, the current trio came together after years of close collaborations in Italy and abroad.
Industrial designers and architects by trade, the studio works to combine their 360º design vision with their clients’ specific needs, from the practical to the eye-catching. Their client list includes Loewe, Zara, Aesop, Max&Co., Bershka, Ambrosia, and Malababa, which was awarded the best retail store by The New York Times magazine in 2019. You can find a range of their products online and at select locations across the globe, including MoMa New York.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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What We Will Do in the Course?
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U2
The Brief
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What is a Design Brief?
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Client DNA, How to Get to Know Your Client
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Getting to Know the Space
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U3
The Design of an Unique Space - Finding Inspiration and Creating Your Mood Board
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References
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The Concept
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Unique Materials and Bespoke Solutions
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The Final Mood Board
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U4
Project Development
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The Experience
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Visual Representation
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Creative Development and Execution
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U5
Post-production
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Handling the Project to Your Client
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Share Your Work
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FP
Final project
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Designing Unique Luxury Spaces
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Credo che questo sia una dei corsi più preziosi su Domestika. Dalmas e Ferrari sono due professionisti di altissimo livello, che non si tirano minimamente indietro quando si tratta di condividere le loro conoscenze. Ho anche trovato estremamente interessanti tutte le risorse aggiuntive che hanno messo a disposizione nelle varie unità, non sono solo materiali a completamente del video ma veri e propri approfondimenti che arricchiscono e ampliano il corso.
No está mal, pero es más sobre cómo formular un proyecto en general.
Curso simple de seguir, interesantes ideas
I'm still watching it, but I'm glad it's easy to understand.
very good lecturer, sharing very good knowledge, teaching very practical way to do the design and build, inspired me a lot.