the instructor discusses the concept of the kitchen as the home's living center and principles for integrating its design with that of the dining and living areas. You study the ingredients that make up a well designed kitchen, including traffic patterns, storage, equipment, materials,lighting, and color. you also learn about codes and process of construction. course projects include developing kitchen layouts, styles, both traditional and contemporary, and xpressing your own sense of style. By the end of the course you should be able to prepare drawings and make design decisions necessary to write your own specifications and put your kitchen design out to bid. Many certified interior designers are also certified in kitchen design, this course will help you form the foundation to become a CKD.