Classical Architecture & Interiors Institute

Join us in Ireland for a tailored course exploring the key elements of classical architecture and interior design through lectures, site visits, and hands-on workshops. Our program offers an immersive look into Ireland's Golden Age of architecture and design.

Special featured lectures, structured architectural history walking tours, and access to historical estates and country houses allow participants to experience space, scale, proportion, and execution first-hand. Led by practicing interior designer and classical architecture expert, Terry Sullivan, this course offers an unrivaled view of Ireland's architectural treasures.

Accommodations & Lectures: Rooms in Central Dublin. Access to iconic locations and historical sites selected specifically for their architectural significance, proportion, and historic detail.

Our mission is to foster a deeper appreciation for classical architecture and interior design by offering an immersive, educational experience in Ireland. Through lectures, site visits, and hands-on workshops, we aim to educate, inspire, and engage participants in the rich history and beauty of classical architecture.

Terry Sullivan is an interior designer with over two decades of experience creating timeless interiors that balance historical authenticity with refined contemporary comfort. His work spans high-end residential interiors, custom millwork design, and architectural preservation.

With degrees from Boston College and the New York School of Interior Design (NYSID), Terry has lectured widely on classical proportions and interior architecture. He has participated in prestigious showhouses across the United States, including the Kips Bay Decorator Show House and traditional historic venue tours across Ireland.

As Director of the institute, Terry brings his passion and deep expertise directly to students, offering direct mentorship and unique access to closed private collections, historic estates, and leading experts in Irish heritage and decorative arts.

This course will provide participants with a robust understanding of classical design principles and their real-world application. Through close observation, detailed study of materials, and direct engagement with master craftsmen, students will develop a refined eye for classical architectural proportions and detail.