Choosing an Online Interior Design Course | Top Tips

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Short courses are convenient and easily accessible these days. They are popular among students and professionals. It’s one way to grow professionally. It is one of the preferred ways to improve academically in interior design. And there are several interior design programs these days. Choose the right online course by considering the factors discussed here.

List Your Objectives

Be clear with your intention in taking these courses. This can help you find one that matches your goals. It is often preferred for those who want to pursue a career in interior design. While some have specific goals. See if you have the following objectives in taking interior design courses:

• Learn more about interior design principles.

• Improve confidence in creativity and design.

• Learn practical skills.

• Explore a potential new career path.

• Upgrade skills for freelancing.

• Learn about modern design trends.

The Course Content

Make sure that the course offers topics that can help you further your education in interior design. The lessons should develop your creative and technical skills. The course should be crafted to make you stand out as an interior designer. You can graduate with a professional portfolio. This can give you an edge among other professionals. 

The curriculum at Interior Design Institute includes the following. 

• 12 Modules and Assignments

• Specialized Tutors

• 12 Months to Study

• Diploma of Interior Design

• Professional Portfolio

• Networking Opportunities

Choose Reputable Course Providers

Look more into the reputation of the course platform. Make sure that they have accredited programs. This can help ensure that you are getting quality education. Ensure that the institution can provide completion diplomas or certificates. You can use this as leverage when applying for a job. The certifications can improve your credibility. 

Consider Your Learning Style

Remember that online courses may vary in structure. Every student has a preferred learning style. Some of these classes are available at a fixed schedule. You might want modular classes. The schedule should align with your availability. Most of these classes are conducted online. It is best if there are different types of learning methods available to students. 

Cost for Taking the Courses

It is important that you can afford the classes that you want to take. They may be priced differently depending on the course provider. Check first how much you have to save for this course. You can look around for course packages. This would often include several classes at a discounted rate. This is often more convenient for students who are on a budget. 

Interior Design Career Path

Finishing an interior career degree may lead you to different paths. Know what’s the right career path for you. It can be one of the following:

• Interior Designer. You may want to be a professional who plans and designs functional and aesthetically pleasing interior spaces. You may find clients for residential and commercial properties.  

• Interior Decorator. You can also be a specialist for styling interiors. Your main focus is to make use of the right color schemes, furniture, and décor without altering structural elements.

• Home Stager. You can follow a career as a professional who prepares homes for sale. Make the property more appealing to buyers. 

• Design Consultant. Offer expert guidance on interior design. This includes the layouts, materials, color palettes, and décor. 

• Lighting Designer. You can be a designer who creates custom lighting pieces that match the needs of interior environments.

Conclusion

There are several course providers to choose from and days. Make sure that you are lenient with your decisions. Select a course that you find beneficial to your career. Discover different types of courses specifically for interior designers. 

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COLUMN: My 10 Best Movies of 2025

For the third year in a row, some kind of meaningful quote about the year feels apprpopriate. Reflecting on 2025, my head and heart are here:

"A man travels the world over in search of what he needs and returns home to find it.” - George Moore

Last year was a period for learning to say “no” more often in carrying on this double life of a school teacher and a film critic. That sure worked because 2025 might be the year where I anchored myself to home the most since the pandemic year. I switched teaching jobs from a place that had a 20-minute commute to a local one mere blocks from my home that I could walk or bike to.

Being that close to home, the reduction of logistical stress has been staggering, but so has the narrowing of habitat, so to speak. It feels like I left home for fewer screenings and movie events than I ever have. I let others get the by lines and let the movies come to me, and that turned out just fine for the 15th anniversary year of Every Movie Has a Lesson.

According the Letterboxd diary logs, I saw about 100 movies that received a theatrical or digital release in 2025. I stayed home this year, and it shows. From Somewhere in Montana on January 10th to Anaconda on December 23rd, 90 written reviews were published on Every Movie Has a Lesson, a dip from 107 in 2024 where I had a bump from participating in festival coverage. Many of those 90 also ran on my top outlet of Film Obsessive, where I successfully completed my second year as Editor in Chief and Content Supervisor. All told, combining reviews, editorials, awards coverage, and podcast articles, I authored and published 160 pieces on Film Obsessive in 2025—a site I’m damn proud to help lead.

Over on the podcast front, the Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast with Will Johnson produced 39 episodes in 2025, including our landmark 200th episode. Hitting #200 and having the chance to visit Los Angeles again count as my movie highlights of 2025. My trip this time came as a member of the Critics Choice Association invited by Netflix to cover Jay Kelly with a press conference including stars George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, Emily Mortimer, and director Noah Baumbach. Every now and then, I sure get to do cool things. In being part of the CCA, I continue to gain long-distance friends, and I remain eternally grateful for all of the perks that come with being part of that recognized leader in journalism and film criticism.

Alright, let’s get to the precious list. Here’s my “10 Best” list for 2025. As comfortable as I am, I can never see everything, as I have my blind spots and gaps. Nonetheless, I still value digging for treasure behind the mainstream where I can.

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MY 10 BEST FILMS OF 2025

1. Sinners

2. Black Bag

3. One Battle After Another

4. IS THIS THING ON?

5. Jay KellY

6. Hamnet

7. The Life of Chuck

8. Eddington

9. Rental Family

10. Sentimental Value

On my ledger, 2025 was a very good year, but not a far-and-away great year, at least in terms of star ratings. There are years I have filled an entire top 10 (and sometimes more) with all 5-star reviewed films. This year, either I was stingy, or things were just a shade less, because I only had six. Moreover, that score count was two until September. I feel like this year’s Oscar races reflect that level field as well, where most of the races are very competitively open here at the end of the year.

As for my Top 10, nothing has been able knock Ryan Coogler’s Sinners out of the top spot. I found the quality across the acting, storytelling, music, and production value to be nearly flawless and undoubtedly impactful. I know Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another has leapfrogged Sinners at Warner Bros. in studio favoritism and in many awards categories. Still, I think Coogler’s degree of difficulty was far greater. I have never been a There Will Be Blood fan and think Boogie Nights is Anderson’s leader-in-the-clubhouse in the masterpiece department, but it’s quite alright if 2025 becomes PTA’s year to get all the Academy flowers for the lightning rod of a statement film.

In between Sinners and One Battle After Another is Steven Soderbergh’s Black Bag, a movie as sharp and as engrossing as any other in the director’s stellar and varied filmography. It’s just a damn good 94-minute original movie, which is hard to find this day and age. With that in mind, I can readily admit that originality scores well with me, as eight of my Top 10 are non-IP original screenplays. The other two are adaptations of best-selling novels. As much as I loved Superman, there’s not a comic book movie in sight. Annually, my heart comes into play plenty. Thanks to Jay Kelly, Hamnet, The Life of Chuck, Is This Thing On?, Sentimental Value, and Rental Family, go ahead and call me that “rank sentimentalist” from Casablanca. That’s my taste and comfort zone and always will be. I welcome rewatching those six for years to come. Don’t worry. The acid of Eddington all by itself balances that softness out.

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THE NEXT TEN BEST:

11. F1

12. Song Sung Blue

13. Warfare

14. She Rides Shotgun

15. Magazine Dreams

16. Frankenstein

17. Roofman

18. Highest 2 Lowest

19. The Knife

20. Rebuilding

These next ten are a fun and eclectic mix. Song Song Blue is arguably the best crowdpleaser of the year. Going larger, the big screen electricity of F1 and the impeccable artistic grandeur of Frankenstein stand next to little indies like She Rides Shotgun, Rebuilding, Magazine Dreams, and The Knife. Those latter four were likely made for less than probably the wardrobe budgets of the first two.

Three of those four were anchored by extremely good under-the-radar lead actor performances from Taron Egerton, Josh O’Connor, and Jonathan Majors respectively. None of those three will get a whiff at Oscar consideration, and that’s a shame. The Knife, a home-based cop procedural pot boiler, is the directorial debut of former NFL All-Pro Nnamdi Asomugha, adding the big chair to his excellent second talent of acting. Seek those smaller gems out.

Once again, originality and strong filmmaking win, as shown by heavyweights like Spike Lee, Guillermo del Toro, Derek Cianfrance, Alex Garland, and Richard Linklater holding places in this next ten. The best filmmakers tend to make the best cream capable of rising to the top.

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HONORABLE MENTIONS

DOCUMENATARY: John Candy: I Like Me

SHORT FILMS: Death is Business, Liquor Bank

I don’t nearly have enough time to cover as many documentaries or short films as I should, but I try to champion what I can. A critic could review just documentaries dropping through the calendar year and the work would fill a full-time position. The best one I saw in 2025 was John Candy: I Like Me, a beautiful personal and industry tribute to the late Canadian star directed by Colin Hanks. On the short film side, I’ve been following Chicago filmmaker Matthew Weinstein’s work for years, and he hasn’t missed yet. Death is Business continues to sharpen Matthew’s storytelling chops. Another Chicago artist on the rise is Marcellus Cox. His Liquor Bank was a stiff sermon on manhood and accountability are stronger than the drinks being poured down the drain. I look forward to what he produces next.

Other 4-star movies (in alphabetical order):

Blue Moon, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, Dog Man, Eleanor the Great, Elio, Familiar Touch,The Fantastic Four: First Steps, How to Train Your Dragon, Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, The Naked Gun, Predator: Killer of Killers, No Other Choice, The Smashing Machine, Superman, Suze, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, The Wedding Banquet, Wicked: For Good, Zootopia 2

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How to Steal (Okay, Borrow) Style from Movie Characters—And Make It All Your Own

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We all have that one movie or TV character whose style just sticks with us. Maybe it’s Audrey Hepburn in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” Ryan Gosling’s “Drive” jacket, or the entire wardrobe from “Clueless” (raises hand). There’s something magnetic about on-screen style—it’s iconic, it’s bold, and it somehow manages to be both timeless and just a little bit daring. The good news? You don’t need a Hollywood budget or a personal stylist to channel a little of that magic.

Figure Out What Actually Catches Your Eye

Start by asking yourself, what is it about that look that makes you pause? Is it the color palette—think all black, neutrals, or tons of color blocking? Maybe it’s the fit—oversized coats, perfectly tailored suits, high-waist pants, or dresses that twirl? Even little touches, like a scarf tossed just so or a statement pair of glasses, can transform a basic outfit into something movie-worthy.

Let’s be honest, Carrie Bradshaw’s wild shoe collection or Holly Golightly’s signature pearls aren’t just accessories—they’re personality, cranked up to 11. So, jot down or screenshot what you love during your next movie night. Bonus tip: keep a little inspiration folder on your phone for all those “must try this” fleeting moments.

Adapt the Vibe—Don’t Just Copy and Paste

Here’s where people get tripped up. You don’t need to cosplay as Elle Woods to bring a little “Legally Blonde” into your workday. Pick one or two signature elements—the bright pink blazer, the classic silhouettes, maybe a clever hair accessory—and weave them into your own wardrobe. Blend them with what’s already in your closet. The end goal is to look like you—just with a wink to your fave character.

Play With Accessories—You Don’t Need the Exact Thing

Accessories are the secret sauce. Sometimes, a nod to your movie muse is enough to turn a casual Wednesday into something a little special. Whether it’s bold sunglasses, a vintage brooch, or a structured statement purse, small details go a long way. For example, there’s something about women’s luxury bags that just screams “leading lady.” You don’t need a designer price tag, but a well-made structured bag (inspired by your favorite on-screen power player) brings instant polish. 

Mix In Your Own Personality

Don’t forget—your favorite character might live in ’90s plaid, but if that’s not your thing, pick the essence instead. Maybe it’s their confidence or the color combos, not the exact boots. Give yourself permission to get playful and experiment, even if you miss the mark sometimes. (Hey, that time I tried to “Annie Hall” my wardrobe? I still laugh about those giant trousers.)

Style is About Feeling, Not Just Looking

The best thing about movie-inspired style is how it makes you feel. Channeling a character you adore can turn an ordinary day into one where you feel a little braver, a little cooler, or maybe just a bit more yourself. A great outfit, after all, is your daily plot twist.

Movie style isn’t reserved for the credits—steal a little inspo, make it your own, and strut into your everyday like you’re about to nail the perfect scene. Lights, camera… you.

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20 YEAR RETROSPECTIVE: The 10 Best Films of 2005

In an annual series, Every Movie Has a Lesson is going to look back twenty years to revisit, relearn, and reexamine a year of cinema history to share favorites, lists, and experiences from the films of that year. When measuring back as far as twenty years or more, I feel like “favorites” that have stood the test of time have aged to become some level of “best.” I feel like a bunch of those populate my reflective look back at the best of 2005.

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As with every year, I need to offer a personal level of clarification when I build and justify lists like the one you’re going to read below for 2005. That challenge is that there can often be a distinct difference between a movie that is considered one of the “best,” respected and revered on technical and artistic levels, and something held dear as a personal and subjective “favorite.” I find myself torn between “bests” and “favorites” all the time, every year present or past, when creating any “10 Best” list as a credentialed film critic. Call it an occupational hazard.

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MY TOP 10 FILMS OF 2005

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1. Pride and Prejudice

2. Good Night, and Good Luck

3. King Kong

4. Kung Fu Hustle

5. Batman Begins

6. The 40-Year-Old Virgin

7. Sin City

8. Brokeback Mountain

9. War of the Worlds

10. A History of Violence

In 2005, I celebrated my “golden birthday” of turning 26 on August 26th. Teaching. Teaching, long-term relationships, and a steady social life for a guy in his 20s was, looking back, probably and their peaks. I was one year away from getting married and started courses for a Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Even so, I couldn’t stay away from the movies.

However, 20 years of time has definitely reshaped this particularm year’s Top 10 list from where it likely was in 2005. I know I had King Kong at #1 until I got more cinema savvy and kept Good Night, and Good Luck in that spot for the majority of the two decades. Joe Wright’s exquisite Pride and Prejudice was a blind spot until this past year and leapfrogged the entire list for the top spot. I have my Cinephile Hissy Fit partner Will Johnson and his daughter Lizzie to thank for that. With no regrets, it’s the best of 2005.

The rest of this Top 10 jiggled and wiggled too. For example, I have no shame ranking the ingenuity and flat-out inventive entertainment of Kung Fu Hustle over Batman Begins and Sin City over both Steven Spielberg entries of 2005. Brokeback Mountain was a difficult one to place. I respect it’s high quality, but it’s a chore to watch. Some of the same goes for David Cronenberg’s A History of Violence. Both are movies that are not very rewatchable, no matter how good they are.

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THE NEXT TEN BEST

11. Munich

12. Lord of War

13. Kingdom of Heaven

14. Cinderella Man

15. Wedding Crashers

16. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

17. Hitch

18. Hustle & Flow

19. Coach Carter

20. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

There are days it’s a straight-up coin flip between Munich and War of the Worlds for Spielberg superiority. They are two very good and very different movies. Back in the late 1990s and 00’s, heady screenwriter Andrew Niccol could do no wrong between Gattaca and The Truman Show. I think Lord of War follows suit and is still timely today. Cinderella Man and Kingdom of Heaven used to be Top 10 movies for me for 2005, but both have become afterthoughts. I need to rewatch that massive director’s cut of Kingdom of Heaven, and maybe I’ll be swayed. Like The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Wedding Crashers would probably get cancelled today, but I’m still laughing and naming Stage 5 Clingers I meet in life. With more time and another watch, I think Hitch and Hustle & Flow get higher on these lists.

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NEXT: Best of the rest of 2005!

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