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Why Choose the Home Staging Course at Istituto Marangoni Miami?

Choosing a short-term creative program is about more than learning a new technique. It is about finding an environment where you can test your ideas, build practical skills, and understand where those skills can take you.

At Istituto Marangoni Miami, home staging is taught within a broader culture of fashion and design. You learn in Miami’s Design District, work through practical projects, develop a portfolio piece, and learn from an experienced interior design educator.

The Home Staging Course is an opportunity to take a focused step into property styling while experiencing the creative energy of Istituto Marangoni Miami.

READY TO SEE SPACES DIFFERENTLY?

Turn your eye for interiors into a professional skill.

Explore the Home Staging Summer Studio at Istituto Marangoni Miami, connect with Admissions, and discover how three intensive weeks can add a new dimension to your creative or professional journey.

Your next design opportunity may be closer than you think. Start with the space in front of you.

WHAT IS A HOME STAGING COURSE?

A home staging course teaches students how to prepare and style residential properties for presentation to prospective buyers or renters.

Home staging combines principles from interior design, visual merchandising, real estate marketing, and consumer psychology. The objective is to create an environment that allows potential buyers to recognize a property’s strengths and imagine themselves living in the space.

Unlike conventional interior decoration, staging is generally guided by the property’s market positioning and the expectations of its potential audience.

Students learn to consider questions such as:

  • How should furniture be positioned to improve circulation?
  • Which elements should become visual focal points?
  • How can color and décor create a cohesive atmosphere?
  • How can a room’s functionality be communicated more clearly?
  • Which design choices can make a space photograph more effectively?
  • How should the styling respond to the property’s target buyer?

These questions form the foundation of strategic home staging.

THE ART OF HOME STAGING

Teaching Methods
Learning Outcomes
From Space to Story
Facilities and Resources
THE ART OF HOME STAGING
Teaching Methods

The Istituto Marangoni Miami home staging program takes an intensive, practical approach to education.

Rather than learning staging principles only through theory, students apply them through workshops, design exercises, and real-world staging projects. This allows participants to see how individual design decisions affect the overall perception of a space.

The learning experience focuses on:

  • Spatial Planning

Students learn how to analyze room proportions, circulation, functionality, and furniture placement to create layouts that feel intentional and balanced.

  • Furniture Arrangement

Furniture is one of the most powerful tools in home staging. Students explore how scale, positioning, orientation, and grouping can influence the perceived functionality and atmosphere of a room.

  • Color and Visual Composition

Students examine how color, texture, contrast, and decorative elements can work together to create a cohesive interior that appeals to a broad audience.

  • Styling and Décor

Accessories and decorative elements can strengthen a property’s visual identity when selected and positioned with purpose. Students learn how to create polished environments without allowing individual pieces to overpower the space.

  • Buyer Psychology

Effective staging considers more than aesthetics. Students explore how people perceive interiors and how visual and spatial cues can influence emotional responses and purchasing decisions.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, students develop a practical understanding of how to stage and style properties for the real estate market.

Participants learn how to:

  • Analyze the strengths and challenges of an interior
  • Create functional furniture layouts
  • Develop cohesive color and styling concepts
  • Select décor that supports the overall design direction
  • Use spatial planning to improve the presentation of a property
  • Consider buyer expectations when making design decisions
  • Apply principles of visual storytelling to interior spaces
  • Prepare interiors for photography and property marketing
  • Communicate staging concepts clearly
  • Develop a professional staging project for their portfolio

The program also introduces the relationship between home staging and real estate marketing, helping students understand how the visual presentation of a property can support listing photography, virtual tours, and in-person showings.

From Space to Story

Create Interiors That Communicate

Every property has a story.

A successful staging concept helps communicate that story without overwhelming the viewer with unnecessary decoration. Instead, furniture, color, lighting, materials, and accessories work together to suggest how the space can be used and experienced.

Students learn to approach each interior as a visual composition.

A living room can communicate openness and social connection. A bedroom can establish a sense of calm. A dining area can suggest hospitality. A workspace can communicate functionality and productivity.

This approach transforms home staging from simple decoration into a form of visual communication.

Facilities and Resources

Istituto Marangoni Miami’s seven-story campus is located in the Miami Design District, an environment surrounded by fashion, art, architecture, luxury retail, hospitality, and design. The campus includes modern classrooms, studios, and collaborative spaces designed to support hands-on creative education.

For Home Staging Summer Studio participants, the environment provides a natural connection to the broader design world.

Students can develop their staging concepts using professional design resources while learning within an institution whose educational philosophy emphasizes creativity, innovation, mentorship, and practical experience.

The campus setting also reinforces an important principle of the program: design does not exist in isolation. Interior environments intersect with fashion, branding, architecture, hospitality, retail, and luxury.

SUMMER STUDIOS SPECIFICS

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CREDENTIALS

Certificate of Completion

START TERM

June 15th

DURATION

3 weeks | 60 hours

MODALITY

Full-Time | 4 Days a Week, 5 Hours a Day

TUITION

Domestic: $3,750 USD | International $4,600 | Early Bird Discount: Pay the full amount by March 31st and receive a $500 discount

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Practical Home Staging Experience

Home staging is best understood through practice. Students work with realistic staging scenarios and explore how design decisions can influence the way a property is perceived. Through hands-on exercises, students learn to evaluate an interior, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop a staging approach that enhances the property's visual appeal and functionality.

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Expert-Led Instruction

The program is led by Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores, Dean of Interior Design at Istituto Marangoni Miami. With more than 30 years of experience in creative industries and higher education and professional experience across luxury residential, commercial, hospitality, and other design environments, Dr. Lazo-Flores brings an international perspective to the learning experience.

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Comprehensive Design Training

Students explore the fundamental elements that contribute to effective property presentation, including: space planning, furniture arrangement, color theory, décor selection, spatial composition, visual balance, interior styling, buyer psychology, property presentation. The objective is not simply to make a room look attractive. Students learn to make intentional design decisions that respond to the property's characteristics and the expectations of its target market.

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Portfolio Development

Practical work gives students the opportunity to develop a professionally staged interior project that can demonstrate their ability to conceptualize and execute a property presentation. A portfolio-ready project can become a valuable visual representation of a student's creative thinking, styling skills, and understanding of spatial design.

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COST OF ATTENDANCE

Program Name Domestic International
Home Staging $3,750 $4,600
Program Name Domestic International
Home Staging $3,750 $4,600

Secure your spot in one of our Summer Studios by registering early and take advantage of our Early Bird Discount: pay the full amount by March 31st and receive a $500 discount. Regular cost applies to registrations completed after the deadline.

MEET OUR FACULTY

All faculty
All faculty
Dr. Lazo-Flores has been in the creative industry and higher education for over thirty years. She has been a design educator in both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels of interior architecture, landscape architecture, furniture design, product and interface design, industrial design, and studio art programs in the US, Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines. She has professionally practiced for over ten years, covering luxury residential design, commercial offices, hospitality spaces, trade shows, and military buildings in various parts of the world. She received her Ph.D. in Design Science and Planning from Chiba University, Japan, with a Japanese Ministry of Education scholarship. Teaching Areas: Research & Concept Development, Design for Sustainability and Interior Graphic Standards
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Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores
Dean of Interior Design
After graduating from Texas A&M University with an architecture degree, Mr. Sukphisit held positions such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) / CAD manager, project manager, on-site BIM trainer, and college-level Revit and AutoCAD software instructor. Mr. Sukphisit is a Revit Certified Professional. His interests have been in new skills development (including BIM implementations, COBie deliverables, and laser scanning) and bringing those skills to his current position as Project Manager for Broward County and Adjunct Faculty at Istituto Marangoni Miami. Over his 20 years of architecture, engineering, and construction experience, Mr. Sukphisit has prepared many contract deliverables, which he strongly shares with students in his coursework. Teaching Areas: Sensory and Experience Design 
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Peck Sukphisit
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor
Ricardo Garcia is a talented graphic designer with an MA in Design and Media Management from Miami International University of Art and Design. His design expertise is multidisciplinary, and he excellently provides layout and design direction in diverse projects. He has worked on end-to-end brand creative, brand systems, social-digital experiences, brand campaigns, launches, and events for high-tech and digital brands. Teaching Areas: Introduction to Digital Design and Intermediate Digital Design
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Ricardo Garcia
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor
Andrea is an architect and project manager with over fourteen years of experience in interior design and furnishings, especially in the kitchen and bath area. She works as a training specialist for one of the world’s largest kitchen manufacturers. Andrea received her Bachelor of Architecture from Universidad Rafael Urdaneta in Venezuela. She teaches AutoCAD for the Intensive Interior Design Program. Teaching Areas: Interior Design Fundamentals
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Andrea Fernandez
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor
MEET OUR FACULTY
All faculty
All faculty
Dr. Lazo-Flores has been in the creative industry and higher education for over thirty years. She has been a design educator in both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels of interior architecture, landscape architecture, furniture design, product and interface design, industrial design, and studio art programs in the US, Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines. She has professionally practiced for over ten years, covering luxury residential design, commercial offices, hospitality spaces, trade shows, and military buildings in various parts of the world. She received her Ph.D. in Design Science and Planning from Chiba University, Japan, with a Japanese Ministry of Education scholarship. Teaching Areas: Research & Concept Development, Design for Sustainability and Interior Graphic Standards
read more
Miami designer incubators
Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores
Dean of Interior Design
After graduating from Texas A&M University with an architecture degree, Mr. Sukphisit held positions such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) / CAD manager, project manager, on-site BIM trainer, and college-level Revit and AutoCAD software instructor. Mr. Sukphisit is a Revit Certified Professional. His interests have been in new skills development (including BIM implementations, COBie deliverables, and laser scanning) and bringing those skills to his current position as Project Manager for Broward County and Adjunct Faculty at Istituto Marangoni Miami. Over his 20 years of architecture, engineering, and construction experience, Mr. Sukphisit has prepared many contract deliverables, which he strongly shares with students in his coursework. Teaching Areas: Sensory and Experience Design 
read more
Sukphisit_6
Peck Sukphisit
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor
Ricardo Garcia is a talented graphic designer with an MA in Design and Media Management from Miami International University of Art and Design. His design expertise is multidisciplinary, and he excellently provides layout and design direction in diverse projects. He has worked on end-to-end brand creative, brand systems, social-digital experiences, brand campaigns, launches, and events for high-tech and digital brands. Teaching Areas: Introduction to Digital Design and Intermediate Digital Design
read more
Garcia99
Ricardo Garcia
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor
Andrea is an architect and project manager with over fourteen years of experience in interior design and furnishings, especially in the kitchen and bath area. She works as a training specialist for one of the world’s largest kitchen manufacturers. Andrea received her Bachelor of Architecture from Universidad Rafael Urdaneta in Venezuela. She teaches AutoCAD for the Intensive Interior Design Program. Teaching Areas: Interior Design Fundamentals
read more
Fernandez686
Andrea Fernandez
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor
MEET OUR FACULTY
All faculty
All faculty
Dr. Lazo-Flores has been in the creative industry and higher education for over thirty years. She has been a design educator in both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels of interior architecture, landscape architecture, furniture design, product and interface design, industrial design, and studio art programs in the US, Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines. She has professionally practiced for over ten years, covering luxury residential design, commercial offices, hospitality spaces, trade shows, and military buildings in various parts of the world. She received her Ph.D. in Design Science and Planning from Chiba University, Japan, with a Japanese Ministry of Education scholarship. Teaching Areas: Research & Concept Development, Design for Sustainability and Interior Graphic Standards
read more
Miami designer incubators
Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores
Dean of Interior Design
After graduating from Texas A&M University with an architecture degree, Mr. Sukphisit held positions such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) / CAD manager, project manager, on-site BIM trainer, and college-level Revit and AutoCAD software instructor. Mr. Sukphisit is a Revit Certified Professional. His interests have been in new skills development (including BIM implementations, COBie deliverables, and laser scanning) and bringing those skills to his current position as Project Manager for Broward County and Adjunct Faculty at Istituto Marangoni Miami. Over his 20 years of architecture, engineering, and construction experience, Mr. Sukphisit has prepared many contract deliverables, which he strongly shares with students in his coursework. Teaching Areas: Sensory and Experience Design 
read more
Sukphisit_6
Peck Sukphisit
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor
Ricardo Garcia is a talented graphic designer with an MA in Design and Media Management from Miami International University of Art and Design. His design expertise is multidisciplinary, and he excellently provides layout and design direction in diverse projects. He has worked on end-to-end brand creative, brand systems, social-digital experiences, brand campaigns, launches, and events for high-tech and digital brands. Teaching Areas: Introduction to Digital Design and Intermediate Digital Design
read more
Garcia99
Ricardo Garcia
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor
Andrea is an architect and project manager with over fourteen years of experience in interior design and furnishings, especially in the kitchen and bath area. She works as a training specialist for one of the world’s largest kitchen manufacturers. Andrea received her Bachelor of Architecture from Universidad Rafael Urdaneta in Venezuela. She teaches AutoCAD for the Intensive Interior Design Program. Teaching Areas: Interior Design Fundamentals
read more
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Andrea Fernandez
Kitchen and Bath Design Professor

WHO IS THIS HOME STAGING PROGRAM FOR?

CAREER APPLICATIONS

Turn Design Skills Into Professional Value

The skills developed through a home staging course can support several professional directions. Depending on their experience and career goals, participants may explore opportunities such as:

The program is not intended to replace a comprehensive interior design degree. Instead, it provides a concentrated opportunity to develop a specialized and commercially relevant design skill set.

A SHORT, INTENSIVE CREATIVE EXPERIENCE

The Home Staging Summer Studio is designed for students and professionals who want focused training rather than a multi-year academic commitment.

According to the current program information, the studio is a 3-week, 60-hour, full-time program, with classes four days per week for five hours per day. Students receive a Certificate of Completion, and the program is classified as non-credit.

This format makes the program particularly relevant for people who want to:

  • Explore home staging as a potential career direction
  • Add a specialized skill to an existing profession
  • Develop practical interior styling knowledge
  • Work on a portfolio-ready project
  • Experience design education in Miami
  • Test their interest in interior design before pursuing a longer program

BEYOND HOME STAGING

Where Can Your Creative Journey Go Next?

A focused program can be the beginning of a broader creative education.

Students who discover a deeper interest in fashion and design can explore other programs at Istituto Marangoni Miami. The school offers undergraduate, graduate, vocational, Summer Studio, and other creative pathways across fashion and design.

If your interests move toward fashion, you can explore the opportunities available at a fashion design school and discover programs that combine creativity, craftsmanship, business, and industry experience.

Students interested in the business side of fashion can explore a bachelor degree in fashion business, while professionals seeking flexible postgraduate study can investigate a master degree in fashion business online.

The Home Staging Summer Studio can therefore be both a focused professional experience and an opportunity to discover the wider creative ecosystem at Istituto Marangoni Miami.

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HOW TO APPLY

Start Your Home Staging Experience

To apply, prospective students should complete the online application and provide the information requested by the admissions team.

The current program information indicates that applicants must complete the application process, submit identification and an updated résumé, and pay the applicable tuition to confirm their place. Students then receive enrollment information and preparation guidance before the program begins.

Because program dates, tuition, availability, and admission requirements can change, prospective students should confirm the current details with Istituto Marangoni Miami before registering.

FAQ

What is the Home Staging Course at Istituto Marangoni Miami?

The Home Staging Course at Istituto Marangoni Miami is an intensive summer program designed to introduce students to the principles of styling and preparing residential spaces for the real estate market. This course combines interior aesthetics, spatial organization, and market-oriented strategies, equipping participants with the creative and practical skills needed to enhance property appeal and value.

What will I learn in the Home Staging program?

The home staging program covers practical skills including spatial planning, furniture arrangement, color theory, decorative styling, property presentation, and the psychology of buyer behavior. Students also explore how staging can support real estate marketing through listing photography, virtual tours, and property showings.

Is the Home Staging Course suitable for beginners?

Yes. The program is suitable for aspiring home stagers, real estate professionals, interior design enthusiasts, and creative students who want to develop practical knowledge of property styling. Previous professional experience in interior design is not presented as a prerequisite on the current program page.

Is this a degree program?

No. The Home Staging Summer Studio is a short-term, non-credit program that awards a Certificate of Completion. The current format is three weeks and 60 hours of full-time study.

Does the program include hands-on learning?

Yes. Hands-on workshops and real-world staging projects are central to the program. Students apply principles of spatial planning, furniture arrangement, color, and styling to practical staging scenarios.

Will I create a project for my portfolio?

Yes. One of the stated learning outcomes is portfolio development. Students complete a professionally staged interior project that demonstrates their ability to style a space for visual impact.

Who teaches the Home Staging program?

The program is led by Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores, Dean of Interior Design at Istituto Marangoni Miami. She has extensive experience in design education and professional practice across residential, commercial, hospitality, and other environments.

How long is the Home Staging Course?

The current Summer Studio format is three weeks and 60 hours, with full-time classes four days per week for five hours per day.

Where is Istituto Marangoni Miami located?

Istituto Marangoni Miami is located in Miami, Florida, specifically at 3704 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137.

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