Interior Architecture and Scenography school in France

Presentation of the course

WHAT SKILLS WILL YOU ACQUIRE?

At the end of the course, students will be able to meet a client's request, i.e. to conceive and direct the production of an interior architecture and/or design project by mastering all the elements that make up a project: space, furniture, product and packaging, service, interfaces, brand, digital communication. At the end of this course, graduates are able to

Define an interior architecture and design programme from the analysis of a client's request, proposing a project schedule and budget,
Create a solution that meets the client's needs and the project's problems by identifying trends and innovations,
Managing the implementation of an interior architecture and design project and the activities of the selected service providers and suppliers.

TWO SIMILAR APPROACHES TO SCENOGRAPHY

Set design is the art of directing. The training provided at LISAA addresses this specialization through two approaches. First of all, the scenography concerning the live performance, in particular through partnerships with the Théâtre du Rond-Point and Théâtre de Châtillon. Students work with renowned scenographers and choreographers and also work on the set and costume.

The second approach concerns exposure and retail. The scenographer's work will highlight a space, a product, an object through a reflection on the circulation and the organization of objects. It provides consistency, as for example in the case of partnerships with Daum (Inside of Daum and Vitae), Arthus-Bertrand or CEEBIOS.

These staging skills are used in the retail sector, for the design of commercial spaces - shops, pop-up stores, corners in department stores... - integrating a customer journey. The projects in partnership with Carrefour Source and Au bon moment are an example of how these skills can be applied.

HOW DOES THE MASTER'S DEGREE IN INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & SCENOGRAPHY DESIGN WORK?

Following the first three years of the generalist Interior Architect & Designer programme at LISAA Paris, it is possible to specialise in scenographic design in the fourth year.

The 5th year can be done on a sandwich course.

The course is available in French or English.

Compulsory internships will take place during the 3rd and 4th years. However, it is possible (and encouraged) to do internships in the 1st or 2nd year. This course, which delivers a level 7 qualification, prepares you to enter the job market.

SUPPORT FOR PROFESSIONALIZATION

LISAA Paris Interior Architecture & Design has set up a solid programme to support students in their professionalization. Students are monitored individually by the person in charge of professionalization, a member of the school's supervisory team, who helps them find their internships and work-study contracts.

The support takes several forms: individual meetings with each student to help them specify their professional project and professionalization workshops/courses from the 3rd year onwards where students learn how to create their LinkedIn profile, write their CV and cover letter, improve their diction with the Cours Florent (workshop on public speaking), source and respond to a job offer, etc. Coaching, interview simulations and job-dating are also offered to 4th year students in their search for a professional contract or apprenticeship within the framework of work-study.

FOR WHICH PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION?

The Institut Développement Arts Appliqués' professional certification "Master of Interior Architecture & Scenography Design" has been renewed at level 7 by France Compétences. Any registered person will be able to take advantage of the certification when registering in accordance with the set procedures.

Careers

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What does the job of a scenographic architect involve?

Scenography is the art of setting the scene. LISAA Paris' Interior Architecture & Scenography Design Master's degree takes two approaches to this specialisation:

Firstly, scenography for live performances, notably through partnerships with the Rond-Point and Châtillon theatres. You will work with renowned set designers and choreographers. You will also work on sets and costumes.
The second approach concerns the exhibition and retail. The work of the scenographer will highlight a space, a product or an object through a reflection on the circulation and organisation of objects. He brings coherence, as for example in the case of partnerships with Daum (Inside of Daum and Vitae), Arthus-Bertrand or CEEBIOS.

These staging skills are used in the field of retail, for the design of commercial spaces (boutiques, pop-up stores, corners in department stores, etc.) integrating a customer journey. Projects in partnership with Carrefour Source and Au bon moment are examples of applications.

Here is the list of interior architect and designer jobs for which you can apply:

Scenographer

The advantages of the Interior & Scenography Design Master's degree

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LISAA Paris has developed partnerships with major players in the scenography sector: the Théâtre du Rond-Point and the Théâtre de Châtillon on the live performance side and Carrefour on the retail side.
LISAA is recognised by the Ministry of Culture and also by the UNAID (National Union of Interior Designers).
LISAA places the professionalization of its students at the heart of its teaching methods in order to facilitate your professional integration: as soon as you leave the school you are ready to work, with concrete know-how.
LISAA is a partner of La Réserve des Arts. You will have access to more than 1000m² of recycled materials at a lower cost and to workshops equipped with professional machines. LISAA is also a partner of ArchiMaterial, an educational connected material library.
LISAA offers a truly international outlook: a member of the international network of Cumulus art and design schools and holder of the Erasmus charter, LISAA also offers an international curriculum with courses in English, open to French and international students. This openness will allow you to be at ease working in a multi-cultural context or on multi-cultural projects.
LISAA's Paris School of Interior Design is ideally located in the 13th arrondissement: you can easily take advantage of the cultural effervescence of Paris and visit the best exhibitions or attend the most beautiful shows of the moment.

The interior architecture & design course in figures

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95% certification rate
Rate of integration in 6 months 94% (2019)
Rate of integration into the target profession after 6 months 94% (2019)

The content of the Interior Architecture & Scenography Design Master's Degree

The first three years of the generalist Interior Architecture & Design programme will enable you to obtain a school bachelor's degree. Then, in the 4th year, you can choose to specialise in scenography design.

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What does the School of Architecture programme have in store for you in this 4th year? You will take part in design workshops, learn about architectural technology and representation techniques, but you will also acquire skills in operational project management, marketing and management. You will complete a specialisation project and an internship.

SUBJECT
ECTS CREDITS

Conception workshops

Interior Architecture workshop (scenography)
8

Design Workshop
8

Technology

Architecture Technology
3

Design Technology
3

Representation techniques

2D/3D Computer Graphics & Visual Communication
4

Graphic Design
2

Cultural and Professional Courses

Marketing
5

Management
1

Careers
1

Professional English
1

Professional English
1,5

Specialisation project

Thesis
6

Specialisation project
10

Work experience

Internship
7

The 5th year will allow you to consolidate the learning initiated in the 4th year. This 5th year can be done in alternating years.

SUBJECT
ECTS CREDITS

Conception workshops

Interior Architecture & Design workshop
12

Specialisation workshop
3

Cultural and Professional Courses

Project Management
4

Management
4

Marketing
3

Sociology
1

Culture & Innovation
3

Technology

Techniques & Technologies
5

Innovative Materials
1

Representation Techniques & Communication

Graphic Design & Visual Communication
8

2D & 3D Computer Graphics
4

Prototyping Workshop

FabLab
4

Video & Sound
3

Complementary courses

Valuing a personal approach
4

Sandwich course paths
1

Methods & evaluations

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LISAA's teaching methods are geared towards the student's progress for a successful professional integration. To achieve this, it uses a variety of methods:

A project-based teaching method: individual or group work on real cases proposed by a partner company or representative cases. The student presents his project report orally and in writing, accompanied by visuals and models. His or her presentation is evaluated by the trainers and or professionals from the partner company.
Training led by teachers who are working professionals and experts in their field.
Individual pedagogical follow-up allowing each student to situate him/herself in his/her progress towards the acquisition of skills and to prepare his/her project and professional integration. As part of the work-study programme, students benefit from support modules to help them find a company to sign a professional or apprenticeship contract.
As part of the work-study programme, students benefit from support modules to help them find a company to sign a professional or apprenticeship contract.
Meetings and conferences led by former students and professionals are organised at the school.
Internship periods are integrated into the training to allow students to develop their skills in the field.

Students are assessed throughout the course:

Assessments are made on a continuous basis throughout the school year: all the subjects taught are assessed in the form of files, oral presentations, MCQs, etc.
End-of-semester assessments are used to evaluate the student's progress and to validate the semester and the passage to the next year.

The assessment for graduation includes the following elements:

Role-playing exercises that put the student in a situation of active listening and exchange with the client, enabling the student's negotiation skills to be assessed.
An oral presentation of the project file (30 to 40 minutes)
The student presents his/her project with the file worked on during the year of training, before a jury composed of professionals from outside the school. The jury will assess the student's professional attitude and the quality of the project in its visual presentation, its feasibility, its realism and its risk-taking...
Several case studies are proposed based on a real interior architecture or design project, putting the student in the position of project manager and allowing the evaluation of his or her ability to manage the realization of a project.
A report on experience and professional activity is presented, linked to the work placement or work-study programme.

The educational staff

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The teaching team is made up of working architecture and design professionals. They are constantly updating the content of their courses to keep up with the evolution of the profession and the job market.

Paul Jouan

Director of Studies - Interior Architecture & Design

Chantal Boëtte

Head of Educational Administration - Interior Architecture & Design

Julie Goulet

Head of Studies Bachelors - Interior Architecture & Design

Salma Navarre

Admissions manager - Interior Architecture & Design

Admissions

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ENROLMENT PROCEDURES

Admissions are made by appointment on presentation of work files. The results are communicated after the interview.

See entry requirements.

PREREQUISITES

Initial training:

5-year course: Pass an admission interview; Hold a baccalauréat.
4-year course: pass an admission interview; have completed and validated a 1st year at LISAA Interior Architecture & Design or at an approved partner preparing for the title or have validated a 1st year of teaching in the field;
3-year course: Pass an admission interview; Have completed and validated a 2nd year at LISAA Interior Architecture & Design or with a partner preparing for the title, or hold a level 5 title or diploma or have validated a 2nd year of teaching in the field;
2-year course: Pass an admission interview; Have completed and validated a 3rd year at LISAA Interior Architecture & Design or with a partner preparing for the title, or hold a level 6 title or diploma or have validated a 3rd year of teaching in the field;
1-year course: pass an admission interview; have completed and validated a 4th year at LISAA Interior Architecture & Design or at a partner company preparing for the title;

In apprenticeship or professionalization contract:

1-year course: Pass an admission interview; Hold a level 6 title or diploma and have completed a 4th year of teaching in the field; Or hold a level 5 title or diploma and provide proof of 2 years of professional experience in the field.

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ACCESSIBILITY FOR DISABLED PEOPLE

Any student or work-study student can ask for help from the disability advisor before or during the course to obtain advice and assistance in adapting the course, assessments and finding a host company.

Sandwich course

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Acquiring professional expertise is not only a matter of assimilating theoretical knowledge, but also of confronting this knowledge in the field. Quality professional training must allow students to explore the techniques and mechanisms involved in the professional world, whatever their specialisation, in order to present a profile in line with the requirements of employers looking for young talent.

LISAA offers a number of sandwich courses, apprenticeships and professional training contracts. Thus, students are available to companies for part of their training. Once they have graduated, they have a good level of qualification and significant professional experience which enables them to be fully operational in the structures that hire them.

LISAA's teaching teams support students in their research for work experience, particularly through a large network of partner companies, but also through the alumni network and during speed-recruiting sessions for sandwich students.

At LISAA, we are committed to supporting and highlighting the creativity of each of our students. Here is a selection of projects realized within the framework of the Interior Architect & Designer course at LISAA Paris that we are proud to share with you!

Master Interior Architecture & Scenography