DESIGN: FUNDAMENTALS I

DS 140

Manual and digital techniques for idea exploration, concept development, and design presentation using a variety of media. Projects in hand drawing techniques and professional design software. Gain heightened attention to detail; understand the relationship of two-dimensional drawings and three-dimensional objects; explore multiple design solutions visually; convey technical information, and professionally communicate design concepts. Introduce visual communication, visual thinking, visual inspiration and visual representation

DS 241

Focuses on the basic concepts, methods and materials used for communicating ideas during the design process. Emphasizes creating visually driven experiences, with the goal of providing the tools to integrate traditional manual approaches with up-to-the-minute digital approaches, all within the context of creative design thinking.

DS 242

Advanced topics focusing on the concepts, methods and materials used for communicating ideas during the design process. With an emphasis on creating visually driven experiences, integrates traditional manual approaches with up-to-the-minute digital approaches, all within the context of creative design thinking.

DS 220

Elements and principles of three-dimensional design relevant to design and analysis of the spatial environment.

DS 222

Understanding and applying the process of solving design problems of interiors. Space planning; selection and use of furnishings and materials; preparation of presentations.