House Design and Renovation Step by Step
A course by Miriam Alía , Interior Designer

Dive fearlessly into the renovation of a house by analyzing its needs and identifying functional and aestheitc design solutions
Want to renovate a home or space but don't know where to start? In this online course, interior designer Miriam Alía provides you with the secrets and steps to follow in a personal or professional reform project. Alía is known for her unique use of color and light, and her work has been published in magazines such as Elle Decor, Nuevo Estilo, and Architectural Digest.
Throughout the course, accompany Miriam in the search for her new home and you follow her entire design process. Learn to get the most out of each room, adapting to the needs and lifestyle of the person who will inhabit it.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 23 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (73)
- 3,390 students
- 16 lessons (3h 19m)
- 23 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, German, English, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Design your own home or that of one of your clients, understanding their tastes and needs well, and making the most of its potential.

Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in the world of interior design but who doesn't know where to start, those who are considering carrying out a reform, and professionals who want to turn their projects on their head.
Requirements and materials
No previous interior-design knowledge is needed, just a desire to develop your creativity and enter the world of interior design.
The exact materials will depend on the project. Miriam introduces you to the different materials and guides you through choosing the right ones for your particular renovation.

Reviews

Miriam Alía
A course by Miriam Alía
A Spainish native, Miriam Alía is known for her original use of color and light in her professional projects. After finishing her studies in interior design and working in different studios to perfect her style, in 2016, she founded her own interior design—Miriam Alía Studio & Showroom, in Madrid, where she works on both commercial and residential projects.
Thanks to her commitment and unequivocal passion for her line of work, she has built a successful career and worked on many large interior design projects, including an entire hotel in Moscow, Russia, which was recognized by the Spanish magazine Interiores. In addition, she inaugurated her furniture collection with her own brand I AM ALÍA, achieving one of her main career targets. Her work has been published in magazines such as Elle Decor, Nuevo Estilo, and Architectural Digest.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Needs study
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The briefing: needs and lifestyle
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The dream house
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Redistribution of spaces
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U3
Adaptation to space
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What should we consider?
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Define the style
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The lighting
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Details matter
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U4
360 design
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Lounges and dining rooms
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The bedrooms
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The kitchens
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Bathrooms 1
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Bathrooms 2
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Other spaces
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Summary
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FP
Final project
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House Design and Renovation Step by Step
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to create spaces with a unique style, select materials, blend colors and textures, optimize residential and commercial layouts, and apply the latest trends in interior design, lighting, and ergonomics.
This course is designed for students with basic to intermediate interior design knowledge who want to deepen their skills, trends awareness, and professional strategies.
All you need is a basic understanding of design and a strong desire to learn. No specialized software is required, but having materials to create moodboards and briefs is recommended.
The course covers natural and artificial lighting strategies, planning light points, color temperature, indirect lighting, and spotlight use to enhance brightness and craft personalized atmospheres.
You’ll learn how to pick durable, functional, and attractive materials based on space, budget, and maintenance, plus how to combine textures and finishes to create spaces with character.
Yes, the course explores trends in residential, commercial, and hotel design, including fashion references, nature integration, vintage inspiration, and innovative material choices.
You’ll learn to define cohesive color schemes, mix warm and cool tones, use contrast to brighten spaces, and tailor palettes to each room’s function and style.
Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
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The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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Curso completo, com uma visão super atual de como desenvolver um projeto com o estilo do cliente. A professora Miriam Alia vê o desenvolvimento do projeto de forma artística e criativa e apresenta sua visão de forma didática.
Siempre me ha gustado desde pequeña la renovacion y el diseño de los espacios, de la mano de la Profesora Miriam Alia logramos ver de forma artistica, creativa y didactica como hacerlo.
Me encanto el curso y el proyecto, me inspiro un montón. Lo recomiendo mucho
Ma encanto el proyecto, mas que nada el juego de luces que se hizo en los baños y en la cocina,
very repetitive and based only around one style - namely the designer's own current style and taste. my expectations were to learn more about different styles, or at least a few.. it is almost like a showcase home, the custom furniture and tiles are beautiful, but learning-wise, i learnt very little.