You don’t need a professor to explain “negative space” (it’s just the empty area your cat loves to knock things into). Use free resources like YouTube, design blogs, and even Pinterest rabbit holes. Watch a video on “scale and proportion”—it’s basically learning why a giant sofa looks ridiculous in a dollhouse-sized room.
Bonus: Play with free 3D design apps like SketchUp or Planner 5D. They’re digital Lego for grown-ups, and you can “renovate” your bathroom without making a single real mess. No degree required, just an afternoon and a cup of coffee.
