ID 2840 - Design Process + Planning

Credits: 3

This sophomore-level course introduces students to the design process as it relates to programming and spatial development. Emphasis is on programming methodology, problem solving strategies, and the role of space planning for residential and small commercial spaces within the context of the relationship between human beings and their environment. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the ability to plan common residential and commercial spaces with considerations for physical and psychological factors, spatial relationships, functionality, safety, accessibility, and specific need.

Prerequisites: ID 1510 - Survey of Interior Design, ID 1511 - Publishing Application Lab and ID 1710 - Drafting

Notes: (Formerly ID 2850)

Course Learning Outcomes:
Interior Design learning outcomes are governed by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) Professional Standards found at https://accredit-id.org/professional-standards/. Each course in the RMCAD Interior Design program addresses multiple CIDA standards.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will demonstrate understanding of, and proficiency in, the following CIDA standards. Levels of proficiency appropriate to each course are defined in the course rubric.

3. Human Behavior.
4. Design Process.
9. Space and Form.
13. Interior Construction and Building System.
14. Regulations.

Required Textbooks:
Space Planning Basics - ISBN: 9780470231784

Human Dimensions + Interior Space - ISBN: 9780823072712

Time-Saver Standards for Interior Design and Space Planning, 2nd Edition - ISBN: 9780071346160