IDSD 2860 - Sustainable Residential Design

Credits: 3

This sophomore-level course examines the functional and aesthetic elements and considerations for residential environments within the context of current design philosophies, contemporary issues impacting housing and shelter, and best practices. Students investigate and apply design solutions for diverse client populations through projects that include appropriate space planning and spatial definition, furniture and finish selections, and presentation methods. As part of the Sustainable Design Specialization, coursework must be completed using the sustainable knowledge and strategies obtained to date. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the ability to recognize, evaluate, apply, and present different residential design alternatives using problem solving strategies based on socio-cultural needs, contemporary issues for human function, and behavior specifically for safe and supportive residential environments.

Prerequisites: ID 2710 - Introduction to Computer Aided Design (CAD), ID 2750 - Architectural Perspective + Rendering Techniques and ID 2840 - Design Process + Planning

Notes: (Formerly IDSD 2860 Residential Design - Sustainable Design)

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.

2. Global Perspective for Design.
3. Human Behavior.
4. Design Process.
5. Collaboration.
6. Communication.
8. History.
10. Color.
11. Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Finish Materials.

Required Textbooks:
Residential Design Studio - ISBN: 9781563678417

Designing for Privacy + Related Needs - ISBN: 9781563673405