The average person spends up to 90 percent of their time indoors, so interior environments have the potential to make a big impact. Our surroundings can affect our thoughts, feelings, behavior, and productivity. It s an interior designer s job to consider how color and contrast work alongside acoustics and lighting to create ideal environments in which to live, relax, and work. As a University of New Haven interior design major you will learn to create beautiful, functional spaces that meet the needs of both individual and business clients.