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The Post-Pandemic Home: A Revolution in Interior Design Trends

Oct 303 min read

The Post-Pandemic Home: A Revolution in Interior Design Trends

The pandemic fundamentally changed our relationship with our homes, transforming what was once eccentric and daring into the new normal. As

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Accelerated Interior Design School in Denver: Studio Institute Denver Offers a Fast-Track to Success

MaDonna Collingwood

Sep 42 min read

Accelerated Interior Design School in Denver: Studio Institute Denver Offers a Fast-Track to Success

Small Classes, Big Results at Our Design Institute At SID, we're not just another interior design school in Colorado. We offer an intimate

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MaDonna Collingwood

Aug 292 min read

Meet Professor MaDonna Collingwood, Disrupting Adult Education in Building Trades, Interior Design, Construction Management, & Real Estate

At the heart of Studio Institute Denver's innovative approach to trade education stands our founder and lead educator, Professor MaDonna Col

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The Booming Future of Building Trades in Colorado: Forecasts for 2025 and Beyond, Your New Career is Waiting

MaDonna Collingwood

Aug 143 min read

The Booming Future of Building Trades in Colorado: Forecasts for 2025 and Beyond, Your New Career is Waiting

Colorado has been experiencing a construction boom for several years now, and all signs point to this trend continuing well into the future.

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The Power of a Professional Portfolio: Your Key to Landing Better Jobs in the Industry

MaDonna Collingwood

Jul 303 min read

The Power of a Professional Portfolio: Your Key to Landing Better Jobs in the Industry

In today's competitive job market, having the right skills is only half the battle. At Studio Institute Denver, we understand that showcasin

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Colorado's Building Boom: Why 2024 is the Perfect Time to Change Careers to the Building Trades

Elissa Jane Mastel

Jul 233 min read

Colorado's Building Boom: Why 2024 is the Perfect Time to Change Careers to the Building Trades

Colorado's building trade industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom, with construction employment growing 5.2% faster than the...

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Why Trade School is the Smart Choice in 2024

MaDonna Collingwood

Jul 32 min read

Why Trade School is the Smart Choice in 2024

As the founder and lead educator at Studio Institute Denver, I've seen firsthand how trade school education is transforming lives and career

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Elevate Your Interior Design Career with Training

MaDonna collingwood

Jun 52 min read

Elevate Your Interior Design Career with Training

Whether you're a recent graduate looking to specialize or an experienced designer seeking to elevate your freelance business, explore SID.

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If not now, when? If you're ready for a career change, we can help!

MaDonna Collingwood

Mar 182 min read

If not now, when? If you're ready for a career change, we can help!

As someone who has spent decades in the design, construction, and real estate industries, I've seen firsthand the incredible opportunities

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Crafting Environments with Purpose: A Deep Dive into Human-Centered Design at Studio Institute Denver

MaDonna collingwood

Feb 222 min read

Crafting Environments with Purpose: A Deep Dive into Human-Centered Design at Studio Institute Denver

In the dynamic realm of interior design, where creativity meets functionality, Studio Institute Denver stands as a beacon of excellence....

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Mastering the Blueprint: Key Skills for a Successful Construction Manager

MaDonna Collingwood

Jan 172 min read

Mastering the Blueprint: Key Skills for a Successful Construction Manager

Embarking on a career as a construction manager is akin to being the maestro of a symphony, orchestrating various elements to create a...

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Professor Collingwood Sits Down with CanvasRebel for an Interview

MaDonna Collingwood

Apr 25, 20231 min read

Professor Collingwood Sits Down with CanvasRebel for an Interview

Continue reading here. Now accepting applications for Summer Term, beginning May 29th, 2023. What are you waiting for? Book your intro...

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MaDonna Collingwood

Apr 3, 20231 min read

Professional Portfolio Do's and Don'ts

Professional Portfolio tips from Professor Collingwood.

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MaDonna Collingwood

Feb 9, 20231 min read

Rendering: Student Work Using Enscape

Check out this student's Enscape Design work from our Rendering class. Students at SID develop highly sought-after skills in the Interior...

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MaDonna Collingwood

Oct 27, 20222 min read

Trends in Design: Design Styles

Here at Studio Institute Denver, we teach you the skills to create human centered spaces. You will learn how to design a space that aligns w

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MaDonna Collingwood

Sep 6, 20222 min read

Sourcing Materials

Where and how to source things you found on the 3D warehouse - demonstration vendors will create models of their own FF&E and upload them to

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MaDonna Collingwood

Aug 4, 20221 min read

Karim Rashid

Karim Rashid is considered to be one of the most famous designers of modern generation. His work philosophy is strong, "I want spaces to...

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Salaries in the Industry, Ways to Get Paid

MaDonna Collingwood

Jun 7, 20222 min read

Salaries in the Industry, Ways to Get Paid

The building trades industry here in Colorado continues to grow at exponential rates. As more people want to live here, developers are build

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MaDonna Collingwood

Mar 21, 20222 min read

Why You Need to Learn Autodesk Revit

If you are looking to break into the building trades, especially jobs in design, you will need to design for building. Gaining skills in...

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Building Codes and Standards in Construction

MaDonna Collingwood

Feb 1, 20224 min read

Building Codes and Standards in Construction

Here at SID, we know that it's important that you are proficient in today's building codes in our construction management program. Five...

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