Home Design and Decorating Academy of Texas

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About our ​Academy

At Home Design and Decorating Academy of Texas, ​we believe that great design starts with hands-on ​experience and a deep understanding of the art of ​living. Established in 2023 in the charming town of ​Georgetown, Texas, our school is dedicated to ​providing a top-tier education in interior decorating ​and design. We empower our students with the ​practical skills and creative vision needed to transform ​spaces into reflections of modern life. As trends ​evolve, so do our programs, ensuring that every ​graduate is prepared to lead in the ever-changing ​world of home design.

Meet our ​Founder and ​Director

Barbra Sonnen-Hernandez


has been an Interior Stylist and Decorator for over 40 years. She wanted to ​share her expertise to the next generation of creative home designers and ​those who love decorating by teaching classes providing the training and ​hands on ability it takes to be successful. She also currently teaches at the ​Academy, Home Styling, Home Staging, Display and Self-Paced Electives.


“It’s not just about interior design anymore, it’s about creating new spaces and ​opening up many ideas to connect with clients in ways that create a new ​surrounding making it

enjoyable, adventurous and appealing.

Come inside our classroom and start your new journey.” - Barbra


Certification

To receive a Certificate. You must complete of your choice 4 of the following classes and one Elective listed below. Receiving a ​Certificate will get you a professional job in taking these courses or start your own business. If you are not interested in pursuing a ​Certificate, you may choose any of the classes of interest you would like to take.


Click on the following classes below to Register. Each class will have a Description and Schedule.

Home Styling

Home Staging

Party and Entertaining Decorating

Display

Textiles - COMING SOON!

International Styles - COMING SOON!

Home Organization

Our Electives are Self-Paced classes. You can also take as many of the Electives and other Classes of interest to you. We ​strongly recommend that the more classes you take, will definitely provide you with more education, skills and training in ​this career.


Select 1 Elective from the classes listed below

FURNITURE - $30 - Learn the different types of furniture - Register HERE

MOOD BOARDS - $30 - Organize and Display a Mood Board for Clients Presentations - Register HERE

PILLOWS - $30 - How to mix patterns and colors and learn the different type of pillows - Register HERE

COLOR AND LIGHTING CLASSES COMING SOON!


MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS

Sarah Mack

Home Organization

and Party and Entertaining

Decorating

Sarah Mack’s journey began in the world of professional home organizing, where she ​discovered her passion for optimizing spaces in helping families get organized. This ​experience also transitioned into personal fashion styling for an upscale department ​store. Sarah thrives on building lasting relationships with her clients and taking the time ​to understand their personal needs. Before stepping into the world of personal styling, ​Sarah gained invaluable experience as a production assistant for video and photoshoots ​with executives at a Fortune 500 Corporation. Recently, Sarah has attended the Home ​Design and Decorating Academy of Texas located in Georgetown, Texas to obtain her ​Interior Design and Staging Certificate. Sarah is here to guide you every step of the way.

Kristen Hill

Textiles

Yuliya Maldonado

International Styles

(Picture and Bio coming soon)

Our Students projects

IKEA

Home Syling an​d Display

IKEA

Party and Event

At​ home

Pillows Class

HomeSe​nse

Ho​me Styling

Lennar 3D Homes​

Ho​me Staging

IKEA

Outdoor Styling

Reviews from some of our Students

I really enjoyed my classes! I’m looking forward to new offerings, too! It was great to get so many options to see where my interests lie.

Kristen Hill

Great classes that are very informative!! I highly recommend Barbra to introduce you to Home Styling & Home Staging. Very happy with my ​experience and excited to have become a

Certified Interior Designer.

Michaella Dumas

I have truly enjoyed taking these classes. I am trying to chase my dreams. Barbra has been so great and helpful. I look forward to taking some ​more of her courses.

Traye Norris

Great class outlining the elements and principles of interior design!

Tekla Taylor

I recently took the self-paced decorating classes and couldn't be happier with the experience. The flexibility allowed me to progress at my own ​speed, while knowing that my instructor, Barbra, was always there to cheer me on and support me when needed. Not only was she readily ​available to answer questions and provide feedback, but she also went above and beyond by actively seeking out employment opportunities ​for her students. Whether it was learning about different design styles, history, furniture layouts, or understanding the role of lighting, every ​aspect of interior decorating was thoroughly discussed and explained. I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in interior design and ​decorating.

Shatawna Stump

I definitely recommend! Everyone I met was friendly and very helpful. These classes were full of fun!(:

Stacey Elderkin

Connect with us

office

EMAIL-​1creativedesign4u@gmail.com

PHONE

512-963-0811 call or text

ADDRESS

1110 E. 7th Street

Georgetown, Texas 78626

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