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DS 221 examines how built and outdoor environments impact people throughout their lives.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Michael Hunt, Uchita Vaid: Workload includes exams, projects, and discussion participation. Exams are thorough and recall-based; some find them easy with preparation, while others find them challenging due to specific questions not covered in lectures. Discussion sections and TA feedback are noted as helpful for grades.
DS 451 covers specialized topics of current interest, specifically focusing on color theory and technology.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Majid Sarmadi: The course involves significant work, including a 10-page research paper, a presentation, and two exams, though one reviewer noted success with study guides despite low class engagement.
DS 252 examines design careers across textiles, fashion, apparel, interior, industrial, and architecture fields through industry expert guest speakers.
DS 355 examines the changing form and meaning of Western costume from the Renaissance to the present, analyzing dress as an art form within its social and cultural context.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
One reviewer described the class as stressful with unclear expectations and tough grading.
HUMAN-CENTERED DESIGN AND BUSINESS teaches an iterative design thinking process for creating innovative solutions by balancing user desirability, technical feasibility, and business viability.
DS 120 covers the elements and principles of design relevant to the visual environment.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Brooke Godfrey, Elizabeth Anne Hooper-Lane, Esther Kang: Students report that the class is very time-consuming, with projects requiring extensive digital art knowledge and effort. Weekly quizzes on lecture content and studio sessions add to the burden, and TAs are frequently described as tough graders who deduct points without clear explanation.
Interior Design III focuses on the design of commercial interiors, covering the design process, programming, space planning, and the selection of materials, furniture, and lighting.