Interior Design

Sketching/ Rendering is a course that builds on basic drawing skills learned in ART 101. Students learn to effectively communicate ideas through quick sketching in a variety of visual formats. Instruction includes a wide variety of approaches to sketching techniques, working from simple to complex subject matter including still life's, interiors and the human form. The rendering component focuses on techniques used to convey the interior color palette and materials used in interior spaces. Common industry mediums for rendering will be explored, with a strong emphasis on using rendering as a communication tool. Prerequisite: ART 101 or permission of instructor.
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Introduction to a wide variety of topics that pertain to the industry of interior design and professional practice. Topics covered include: history of interior design as a profession, color theory and how it influences design, interior design theory, design process, space planning fundamentals, and current design industry practices and trends.
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Students in this course study how to apply design principles to space planning in addition to functional and aesthetic analysis of interior components. Students learn to complete a series of practical residential design problems, including social and private spaces. Activities include how to measure and draw actual spaces, and selection and incorporation of architectural materials and furniture as integral design components. Students begin to build a selection of interior projects for their portfolio using professional presentation techniques. Prerequisite: INTDS 170
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This course builds on knowledge gained in INTDS 171 by offering more advanced and specific, practical applications of residential environment design. It emphasizes selection of residential interior finishes, design concept development, space planning, problem solving, and functional and aesthetic factors as design components. Freehand drawing and sketching are integral to most projects. Students refine skills in working and design drawings, research methods, and the design process. Projects might include kitchen design, product research, and specification and alternative housing. Prerequisite: INTDS 171 or permission of instructor.
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Fundamentals of manual drafting techniques as they pertain to interior design; architectural floor plans, measurement, symbols, sections, elevations and hand lettering will be emphasized as a basis of drafting and design. Students will learn basics of designing custom casework sections and details for projects.
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Definition and application of materials appropriate for use in interiors to include glass, wood, plastics, floor and wall coverings, metals, and building materials. Prerequisite: INTDS 170.
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This course is designed to help students develop knowledge of universal design, barrier-free space requirements and specifications, skill in designing for persons with varying abilities, and an awareness of human needs throughout the life cycle. Learning experiences will include guest speakers, field trips, simulation techniques and teamwork. Students continue to develop and refine skills in sketching, design drawings, research methods, problem solving and design concepts. Students have opportunities to experience and master course information when they are challenged to apply the information to specific projects. Prerequisite: INTDS 172 or permission of instructor.
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A survey of types of furniture and interior architectural forms common to various historical periods including antiquity, medieval, Renaissance and eastern styles. Course emphasizes the importance of design throughout history and how that influences current interior design trends, styles, and techniques.
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This course builds off of the study of history and design in INTDS 179. A survey of types of furniture and interior architectural forms common to various historical periods, including Neoclassic, Victorian, Arts and Crafts, and the Modern Movement. Prerequisite: INTDS 179 or permission of instructor.
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Drawing Communication is a course that builds off of basic hand drafting techniques and terminology from INTDS 173. Students will learn new skills in the area of three dimensional drawing, including technical 1 and 2 point perspective drawing, paraline drawings, and basic model building techniques. Prerequisite: INTDS 173 or permission of instructor.
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Introduction of specific systems within a building that directly affect the interior environment to include structural components, heating/air conditioning, electrical systems, water supply/sanitary drainage and sound/acoustic systems. Additional emphasis is placed on lighting design and its relation to the interior environment. Prerequisite: INTDS 170 or permission of instructor.
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For course description, see Cooperative Education.
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For course description, see Cooperative Education.
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This course examines how design communication relates to client presentation. It focuses on portfolio and interviewing skills for professional presentation. Students develop creative portfolios that capture their capabilities as well as their personal and design philosophy, in a medium of their choice. Prerequisite: INTDS 294 or permission of instructor.
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Students learn personal goal setting, how to establish a business plan, types of business formations, resources of advice and counsel, and how to establish an interior design practice.
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The selection, use and care of textile fabrics for interiors based on the study of fibers, fabric construction, specific finishes and properties; emphasis on designer selection and specification of fabrics for window treatments, upholstering furniture, floor coverings and accessories. Prerequisite: INTDS or permission of instructor.
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Students learn the practical problem-solving techniques used in the design of commercial and public spaces. Commercial design materials and specifications are surveyed and applied to a series of interior projects requiring research, teamwork and professional presentation. Projects may include reception areas, hospitality, small office, healthcare and retail establishments. Actual projects are used as they become available. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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Students are involved with advanced work in contract and institutional design problems including research projects. Lectures are used to discuss project programming and to synthesize information gained in INTDS 281. Projects may include various international commercial spaces, hospitality and healthcare environments. Actual design projects are used when practical. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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Introduction to the basic CAD skills needed to complete 2 dimensional drawings using computer aided design software. Students will learn to navigate the graphic interface and complete floor plans, furniture plans, reflected ceiling plans, and interior elevations using industry specific software and principles. Prerequisite: INTDS 184.
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This course builds on the skills learned in INTDS 285 and introduces more advanced design and drafting operations including 3-D design drawing using programs and techniques. Prerequisite: INTDS 285.
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This course provides a working knowledge of some of the digital design computer technology used today in the interior design industry. Through practice exercises and applications, students learn the basics of digital design programs including 3D, AutoCAD and Photoshop. Course work culminates in a final project that integrates photographs, AutoCAD drawings and other images and elements using features from each of the learned digital programs. Minimum of one quarter of AutoCAD within the previous one to two years. Familiarity with the Windows environment and understanding of mouse functionality (basic AutoCAD drawing and edit commands). Basic understanding of how to specify furniture. Ability to efficiently read a floor plan. Basic understanding and familiarity with Photoshop.
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This course builds on basic CAD skills from INTDS 285 and INTDS 286 and introduces software focusing on building information modeling (BIM) and three dimensional design. Students will learn how to use various software applications through the design process to achieve an efficient project workflow. Prerequisite: INTDS 286
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This course will introduce students to the practice and design principles associated with Sustainable Design as it pertains to interior design.  It is also intended to be an introduction to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification process.  The LEED design criteria and certification process is a major component of the course, and students may be eligible to take the LEED exam upon completion of the course.  Topics to be covered include:  benefits of sustainable design, energy and atmosphere, indoor environmental quality, innovation in design, and preparation for the LEED AP ID+C exam.
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This course will introduce students to the basic skills and applications of Adobe PhotoShop and Adobe InDesign as they relate to the practice and profession of interior design. Students will gain knowledge about the graphic interface, basic design tools, and practical applications of the software in the field of interior design. Prerequisite: INTDS 285.
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Historic Preservation is intended to introduce the student to the history of the preservation movement in the United States, national, state and local programs available for historic structures and the methods used to document, preserve and restore older buildings. Students will participate in a Landmarks Survey of Browne's addition, group discussions, weekly assessments and a documentation assignment of their choice. Prerequisite: INTDS 179, 180.
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This course builds on the skills learned in INTDS 289. Students will continue working with industry standard Building Information Modeling software, learning advanced techniques. Students will learn to further integrate BIM drawings with rendering software to produce realistic three-dimensional drawing presentations. This course is intended to be project focused, applying skills and techniques to design projects and it will emphasize the interior design process while teaching the technical skills necessary to work in the field of interior design. Prerequisite: INTDS 285.
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