ONLINE SHORT COURSE (VIA ZOOM)
Exterior Design
Design for Small Garden Spaces
This 6-week course extends Interior Design into exterior spaces, teaching you to seamlessly blend indoor styles with landscapes. It’s perfect for client projects, personal gardens, or as a foundation for further study to enhance your skills. Master garden design and learn to merge aesthetics, bringing your vision to life.
Entry Requirements
No qualifications required
Design Stunning Garden & Exterior Living Spaces
Design Stunning Exterior Spaces
Embark on this specialised course crafted for Interior Designers eager to expand their expertise into the realm of exterior design. Over a 6-week period, you’ll learn to harmonise indoor aesthetics with outdoor landscapes, including balconies and terraces. Whether you’re designing for clients or enhancing your own space, this course will equip you with the essential skills to realise your garden vision.
Engage in collaborative online sessions with fellow creatives, where you’ll master the art of selecting appropriate flora, refine your garden presentation techniques, and learn to capture the unique “spirit” of the garden. This programme uniquely positions you to seamlessly extend the aesthetics of indoor spaces into the outdoors, creating living areas that feel like an extension of the home itself.
Lesson Overview
Lesson 01 - The Spirit of the Garden
The Spirit of the Garden
Lesson 02 - Assessing the Area
Assessing the Area
Lesson 03 - Material Selection
Material Selection
Through analysis, we will evaluate how common materials perform so we can understand their characteristics. This will empower you to make informed choices, selecting the ideal material that aligns with both your intended purpose and desired visual aesthetics.
Lesson 04 - Furniture, Lighting & Accessories
Furniture, Lighting & Accessories
Given the extensive array of furniture and accessories available in the market, we will navigate through essential factors for consideration. This will enable you to confidently choose the most suitable accessories that align with your outdoor space’s specific needs and aesthetics.
Lesson 05 - Plant Selection
Plant Selection
Master the fine art of plant and flower selection so you can select varieties that not only thrive, but also harmonise and enhance your outdoor designs and landscapes.
Lesson 06 - Presentation
Presentation
Refine your professional garden presentation techniques and skills by studying examples from professional practitioners within the industry.
Taught Online in 6 Weeks
Taught by industry-leading tutors, our Exterior Design course is delivered through live online lessons and tutorials.
You’ll have designated independent study time during and after lesson weeks to work on tasks and assignments. Our experienced tutors are available throughout this period for any questions or advice you might need.
Every student at the National Design Academy has access to our VLS (Virtual Learning Studio), packed with useful course resources, lessons, and study materials.
Course Timeline
Week 1: 2 x 1.5 Hour Live Lessons.
Week 2: 2 x 1.5 Hour Live Lessons.
Week 3: 1 x 1.5 Hour Live Lesson & 1 x 2 Hour Live Lesson + Project Launch.
Week 4, 5 & 6: Independent Study & Project Work + 1 x 1 Hour Zoom Tutorial.
All lessons are delivered online via Zoom.
Online
Tutorials
Self Study
Upcoming Course Dates
February to March 2026
3rd February – 17th March
3:30pm – 5pm (UK Time)
Tuesday & Thursday
May to June Course
12th May to 23rd June
3:30pm – 5pm (UK Time)
Tuesday & Thursday
August to September Course
18th August to 29th September
3:30pm – 5pm (UK Time)
Tuesday & Thursday
November to December Course
3rd November to 15th December
3:30pm – 5pm (UK Time)
Tuesday & Thursday
International Students:All courses are listed in UK (London) time. Please check the timings of each course date in your timezone. You can use a handy online Timezone Converter below;
Course Qualifications
By the end of this course, you will have gained a grounded understanding of the fundamental principles underpinning professional garden design.
You will be equipped with the knowledge and information necessary to create your own garden schemes, serving as a foundation for further advanced studies in garden design.
You will also be awarded with the following certificate:
NDA Short Course Certificate ‘Exterior Design – Design for Small Garden Spaces’ Endorsed by AIM Qualifications Quality Mark.
Pricing
UK Students
NDA Students
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£795
On enrolment
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International Students
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Save $200
$1050
On enrolment
For former or current NDA students. Contact us for your DISCOUNT CODE to pay the lower fee!
Gift Voucher
One Payment
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NDA Shop
Gift a course to the design enthusiast in your life! Voucher covers the full course fee.
International fees are in US dollars.