BMID550 – Interior Design Studies 1

Module code

BMID550

Module title

Interior Design Studies 1

Prescription

AIM The aim of this module is to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to understand the relationships between the physical, social and psychological features of various built environments as they relate to the practice of residential and small scale interior design. This includes an understanding of interior design elements, principles and conventions, and the technical subject areas of colour theory, ergonomics, materials and services, combined with sustainability issues.

Programmes

BM1001

NZQA Level

Level 5

NZQA Credits

Delivery method

Web-Supported

Learning hours

Directed hours: 120
Self directed hours: 180
Total learning hours: 300

Resources required

Learning Outcomes: 2LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
On successful completion of this module students will have the knowledge and skills required to:

2.1. Use a process which advances the structured and reflective refinement of a design problem
- identify the problems and issues set in the course brief
- complete self-directed research and reflect upon working processes
- demonstrate the structured resolution of a process through the generation, regeneration, manipulation, and refinement of ideas
- discuss with peers and tutors the individual working process adopted
- show evidence of independent and interdependent processes for working

2.2. Formulate schematic design proposals and mood boards
- explore design concepts generated through two-dimensional and three-dimensional sketch drawing
- create mood boards featuring visual imagery of design inspirations referencing a chosen design direction as an initial design approach to a project
- write and undertake a client questionnaire aimed at documenting the clients requirements for the interior design project

2.3. Apply design principles and processes in the resolution of design briefs for residential kitchen and bathroom projects
- interpret and follow a design brief: develop concepts through research, exploration and spatial analysis
- Apply ergonomic principles and their role in facilitating healthy, safe design solutions within the context of a residential kitchen or bathroom interior space
- select and specify appropriate products, materials and finishes for a residential kitchen design project

2.6.Develop an integrated interior design solution for a residential or small scale interior project
- explore the relationships between various textures, colours, materials, furniture and lighting
- experiment with the concepts of balance and proportion to create a range of illusions/visual impressions within an interior space
- explore the relationship between visual and tactile interior elements
- show the ability to use colour effectively in residential and small scale interior projects
- apply and develop the skills to create a specific mood, atmosphere or theme required for a specific interior space

2.7. Explain how eco-sustainable products, services, and practices relate to residential and small scale interior design projects
- undertake self-directed research into the area of eco-sustainability as it relates to the design of residential and small scale interior projects
- select appropriate eco-sustainable products and services for inclusion in the design of residential and small scale interiors projects

2.8.Comprehend the process of a graded assignment
- employ a vocabulary for describing work
- write objectives
- actively participate in group and class critiques
- consider and reflect upon self and peer design processes and decisions
- participate in ongoing formative assessment
- consider, discuss, and document self and peer performances for graded assessment
Content: CONTENT
The vocabulary of interior design:

3.1 Research
Design trends
Design forecasting
Precedent studies

3.2 Design
Residential design concepts
Bathrooms
Kitchens
Eco-sustainable design

3.3 Specifications
Finishes
Furniture & fittings
Lighting

3.4 Conventions of practice
Visual communication
Written communication
Verbal communication
Teaching and Learning Strategy: 4.TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS

This module centres on a problem-based learning approach requiring investigation by the student and supported by course content in lectures, tutorials, guest lecturer presentations and field trips.

The module is undertaken in a studio environment where the course content is directly related to the content of other courses in integrated problem-based projects.

Tutor/s will:
- Establish themes and issues for analysis and discussion
- Construct models for analysis and discussion of texts, visual works, precedent studies
- Prescribe structure for working through stages of a project
- Negotiate topic, workload, and the form of the presentation with students
- Prescribe exercises to develop drawn, written and oral presentation skills
- Facilitate student's progress through structured exercises and supervision of regular self-assessment

Students will:
- Participate in dialogue and identify relevant themes from lectures and readings
- Develop their understanding of issues explored in texts and visual works
- identify areas of interest that form the basis of an area of research, a design project or presentation
- Participate in collaborative critiques
Grade assessment performed by peers, tutor(s) and guest critics
Basic of Assessment: ASSESSMENT

To pass this module, students must pass all assessments and accumulate an overall mark of no less than 50.
Learning and Teaching Resource: Specific Teaching and Learning Resources:

Required Text:

An extended reading list will be supplied by the tutor at commencement of the course. This will be updated annually.