@nehahana Hi! Thanks for your comment, that’s really helpful advice! I’m definitely going to check out these ideas as I keep learning & growing my confidence as a designer. 
I especially appreciate the approach to take on small projects for friends/family and invest time learning AutoCad/Sketchup for design jobs (something I’ve thought about a long time.) 
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@annaddesign You’re most welcome.
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Meanwhile if u get any projects just take up we can collaborate and do together I hv experience of 15 years in the field of interior design
U can take up Autocad
Krisha
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Hey, I totally relate to your situation confidence after training can be tricky, especially when the mentorship doesn’t quite deliver what you’d hoped. I’ve also done a course that was great on content but a bit lacking in career guidance, which left me second-guessing the next steps.
If you’re looking to build confidence and skills without committing to a full degree just yet, you might want to look into short, hands-on workshops or internships with smaller studios. I had a great experience shadowing a team at dRAW Architecture, they’re based in London and focus on both architecture and interior projects. It was eye-opening to see how design theory meets real-world execution, especially in client-facing roles. Even though I wasn’t proficient in software like AutoCAD when I started, I picked up so much just by being involved in their workflow.
Also, understanding how architects and designers collaborate can really help you shape your direction, especially if you’re aiming to be more behind-the-scenes. You might want to explore practices like architects Wandsworth London to see how interior design integrates with architectural planning, it could give you a broader sense of the field and open up some unexpected opportunities.
Keep going with what you know, you’d be surprised how far passion and consistency can take you. Tools like Spoak are great for creativity, but pairing that with some real-world experience or studio exposure can really boost your confidence. You’ve already got the foundation, now it’s just about bridging the gap with the right practical steps. Good luck!
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In 2025, most of the students preferred these Interior design courses in Bangalore. I have done this course and i must say it was best experience of my life, they’ve changed my life their hands-on training was good.
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Thanks for the great suggestions. Can anyone recommend me the best interior design course in Dubai. I want to be a certified expert in this field. Especially in creating blackout curtain interior.
Thanks!
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This is wonderful! I was just now beginning to think of creating a list of possible programs and voila! I’ll be sure to add any others I come across!
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Hey! I totally get what you’re feeling. Many designers progress through this stage after completing their first course. Confidence truly stems from practice, effective mentorship, and learning the tools that make your ideas easier to convey. Since you’re in Dubai, you might want to explore institutes that focus on hands-on and software-based learning rather than just theory.
Many short-term programs here combine AutoCAD, SketchUp, lighting design, and visualization tools with real project guidance, which can be a great bridge between what you’ve learned and actual studio work.
Places like Cindrebay Dubai (KHDA-accredited and based in Oud Metha) have flexible batches for working professionals or those looking to upskill without committing to a full degree. You’ll get exposure to how real projects run and build confidence through guided mentorship and portfolio-based training.
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@faelinbriar Thank you for this comment! I know I’m so late responding, but wanted to say I appreciate you weighing in and talking about your experience/thoughts 
I think shadowing other designers in the field and having that opportunity to learn as you do so sounds great for building confidence along with the studying/educational side of things. 
I was grateful to get the chance to do an internship back in 2021 and I learned a ton about what running a design business looks like day to day. It gave me a lot of perspective that was very helpful for my own designs later on. 
@anupkumar Thank you for sharing! That’s great to hear their design courses were a good experience for you