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INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

DS 130
Course Description

Introduction to interior architecture, as a discipline and as a profession. Examine the ways in which interior environments impact our lives, and the challenges and responsibilities faced by those who work in this field. Topics include: the history of interior design as a profession; the increased professionalization of interior design; the relation of interior design to other design disciplines (such as architecture and furniture design); the social, economic, and environmental issues that impact design; the role of emerging technologies (including digital media); design research and documentation; the elements and principles of design; the identification and observation of quality work in both commercial and residential settings; contemporary trends in taste and aesthetics; and the application of design research methods to a real-world project.

Prerequisties

None

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.38

-7.88% from Historical

Completion Rate
94.34%

-3.64% from Historical

A Rate
30.19%

-52.82% from Historical

Class Size
53

-7.34% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

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