DES 231
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN II
I. COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides advanced projects with a client profile that utilizes the skills developed in DES 230. Emphasis is placed on a total concept and the presentation of appropriate and creative design solutions.
II. COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion, students should be able to complete a detailed floor plan, space planning, furniture plan, specifications, program schedules, finishes, and detailed window treatments.
III.
COURSE
CONTENT
1. To conceptualize room situations and develop appropriate solutions
2. To explore innovative possibilities to solving problems in design
3. To develop divergent thinking abilities in design students
4. To devise appropriate exploration methods to assist in creating solutions
5. To create an atmosphere that welcomes innovation in thinking
6. To place an emphasis on environmental caring in design
7. To develop human concern in design consideration
8. To explore ergonomics in regard to furnishing
solutions
1. To develop the ability to
render solutions to problems pictorially
2. To utilize information to
complete a package design of components
3. To develop professional skills in product specification
IV. HOURS, CREDITS, PREREQUISITES:
Course Hours Per Week: Class 7
Semester Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: DES 230
V. SUGGESTED
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