Category: Higher Level Studies in Interior Design

From 19 to 23 January, third-year Interior Design students enrolled in the Home Staging course took part in the refurbishment of the library at Arriagako Haritza Public School in Vitoria-Gasteiz.

This initiative was launched in response to a broader need identified within the public school system and emerged from the collaboration between the teaching teams of both institutions. The primary aim was to transform the library into a more attractive, functional space tailored to the real needs of its students. The project sought to encourage greater use of the library and to turn it into an inspiring environment for reading and learning. An initial meeting with the school allowed to gain first-hand insight into its expectations and specific requirements.

During the design phase, the students were divided into four groups, each developing a distinct proposal. This approach enabled the school to assess a range of solutions before selecting the option that best aligned with its objectives. It also ensured a broad and diverse exploration of potential interventions.

After several weeks of development and the formal presentation of the proposals, one proposal was ultimately selected for its strong visual concept and practical effectiveness. The selected concept draws inspiration from the universe and outer space, incorporating elements such as rockets, planets and galaxies. Blue color serves as the project’s unifying thread, creating a calm atmosphere that supports concentration while giving the space a stronger sense of character and personality. The proposal also prioritised sustainability through the reuse of existing furniture, which was reorganised and adapted with paint and targeted interventions to enhance both its functionality and visual appeal.

During the implementation week, the IDarte students once again worked in coordinated teams, each responsible for specific tasks: door painting, carpentry work, interventions in the main library room and the redesign of the access corridor. The school’s own pupils also took part in creating some of the decorative elements, further reinforcing the collaborative nature of the project.

This project provided a valuable opportunity to engage with a real commission, addressing every stage of the process, from initial concept development to final execution. At the same time, it allowed the students to collaborate with the school community and to contribute to the creation of a thoughtfully designed, stimulating space where children can grow, imagine and learn.

On Friday, October 10th, we celebrated a very special day at IDarte: a session dedicated to sharing experiences related to the Final Degree Project (TFE) in Interior Design. The idea originated from one of our students and soon evolved into an initiative that brought together different generations in a space for learning and dialogue.

Throughout the morning, three graduates from last school year, Julia García Jorrillo, Maitane Monasterio Rodríguez and Jone Jarit Irizar, returned to IDarte to share firsthand how they experienced the TFE process: from the early stages of research and conceptual development to the final presentation before the project committee.

Their presentations sparked great interest among third- and fourth-year students, who were able to ask questions and compare their own concerns with the experiences of those who had recently completed the same stage. For those starting their Final Project  this year, the talks provided a realistic and motivating perspective; for third-year students, it was a valuable opportunity to begin looking ahead to their final school year with greater clarity and confidence.

A coffee break was arranged, which turned out to be one of the most enriching moments of the day. In a relaxed atmosphere, students engaged in informal conversations, asked questions, and shared their thoughts more freely. Meanwhile, a selection of last year’s projects was exhibited in the coffee area, allowing participants to explore different examples and appreciate the diversity of approaches that a Final Degree Project in Interior Design can take.

The experience proved to be highly rewarding for both the guest speakers and the attending students. The event strengthened the sense of community and support that defines our school, creating a space where knowledge sharing goes beyond the classroom and thrives through collaboration and lived experience. This reaffirmed that exchanging experiences is one of the most meaningful ways to learn and to inspire the next generations of interior designers currently studying at IDarte.