Wealth and prosperity are not just monetary and physical values. If we are seeking to create a life for ourselves and others around us, near or far that is rich, happy and full, we must rebalance what it is we add value to, what we measure as valuable and what makes us truly rich in life. 

How do we create spaces that enable a real wealth of spirit? Spaces that foster rich relationships and enable a happy life existence for all. Many current interiors offer mean-spirited and lifeless spaces, aspiring to such a narrow image of what life can offer and be. 

In this mini-course, we look into what value and valuable means, we go through the hierarchy of interiors, and we understand how to get clarity on what matters the most when designing for occupant wellbeing. 

What to expect in this mini course

  • PART 1 - PHILOSOPHY AND OUTPUTS OF WELLBEING

    The first part includes an exploration of wellbeing, which elements of a human does it engage with, how we achieve it and its links to interior spaces.

  • PART 2 - VALUE AND MEASUREMENT

    This part looks at what is 'value'. When designing for wellbeing, the focus of the conversation with clients and occupants changes from 'cost' to 'value'.

  • INTO PRACTICE

    Each lesson concludes with a practical exercise designed to be applied in a project, whether one you are currently working on or have recently completed, enhancing the application of the learned concepts and skills.

  • EXAM & CERTIFICATE

    At the end of the course you will find an exam. If you wish to receive a Certificate of Completion the Final Exam needs to be passed. This is graded and has a 75% pass rate requirement. Good Luck!

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome Message

    2. Grigoriou Education Global Community!

    3. Frequently Asked Questions

    1. Lesson Plan & Guidance

    2. Mindfulness exercise

    3. Lesson 1 - Wellbeing & Comfort

    4. Lesson 2 - Beauty & Harmony

    5. Lesson 3 - Performance & Productivity

    1. Lesson 37 - Value Introduction

    2. Lesson 39 - Hierarchy of interior features

    3. Lesson 41 - Strategy and clarity

    1. Design for Wellbeing Assessment

    2. Share your achievement!

About this course

  • £125.00
  • 13 lessons
  • 3 hours of video content

By the end of the course you will be able to:

  • Understand what is wellbeing and its links to Interior Design.

  • Understand the idea of value and valuable, what to prioritise and how to consider it.

  • Knowledgeably advise your client on direction and manage their expectations.

Instructor(s)

Design & Sustainability Director Elina Grigoriou

Elina is a London-based interior designer, sustainability specialist and wellbeing expert. The co-founder of Grigoriou Interiors, one of the UK’s leading design and sustainability studios, she helps clients become the best they can be and get the most from their people and places. A powerhouse of inspiration and innovation, Elina has been leading and shaping the commercial interior design sector for the past two decades – creating spaces that unlock social and environmental value, make a meaningful impact on peoples’ lives and enhance clients’ financial bottom line. Working at the heart of the latest industry developments, Elina regularly partners with national and global institutions to raise awareness of designing for sustainability and wellbeing and to drive best practice within the built environment. She was instrumental in developing and establishing the SKArating system during its incubation at RICS from 2008-2023. Following its re-homing she has become a director and chair of the SKArating board. In recognition of her commitment to promoting sustainability within the property sector, she was awarded Honorary Membership to the RICS for life in 2017. Elina contributes to numerous industry standards around sustainability, Net Zero, circularity, wellbeing and relevant industry guides, was voted one of the Top 50 Rising Stars of Sustainability by Building magazine, and is regularly invited to offer expert opinion and speak at public events. In 2019, her book Wellbeing in Interiors was published by RIBA which has had a visible impact in shaping practise and inspiring others.

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