IDSD 2870 - Sustainable Holistic Design

Credits: 3

This sophomore-level course provides students with an in-depth understanding and working application of the theoretical principles and issues related to environmental behavior and sustainability as a part of ethical design practice. Emphasis is on industry-specific research methods and problem-solving strategies using conceptual iterations and collaborative charrettes to apply design theories within the context of critical solution-based project presentations. 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 be able to demonstrate their knowledge of human behavioral theory as it applies to a variety of healthy, sustainable, and supportive design types.

Prerequisites: ID 1230 - Introduction to Sustainable Design and ID 2840 - Design Process + Planning

Notes: (Formerly IDSD 2870 Holistic 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.
5. Collaboration.
6. Communication.
7. Professionalism and Business Practice.
8. History.
10. Color.
12. Environmental Systems and Controls.
14. Regulations.

Required Textbooks:
Environmental Psychology for Design - ISBN: 9781609011413

Designing for Privacy + Related Needs - ISBN: 9781563673405