Faculty: Engineering This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of interior architecture, focusing on the design and transformation of interior spaces. Students explore key areas such as space planning, material selection, lighting design, and sustainable design. The program emphasizes creativity, technical skills, and the application of architectural principles to create functional and aesthetically pleasing interiors. Graduates are prepared for careers in interior design, architectural firms, and space planning consultancies. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of interior architecture and its role in shaping built environments. - Develop skills in space planning, material selection, and lighting design. - Learn techniques for creating functional and aesthetically pleasing interior spaces. - Explore the role of sustainability and ergonomics in interior design. - Understand the principles of building codes and accessibility standards. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in the field of interior architecture. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for design projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Interior Architecture** - Overview of the field, its history, and its importance in architectural design. 2. **Space Planning and Design** - Study of spatial organization, circulation, and functional layouts. - Techniques for optimizing space utilization and user experience. 3. **Material Selection and Application** - Fundamentals of material properties, textures, and finishes. - Techniques for selecting and applying materials in interior design. 4. **Lighting Design** - Principles of natural and artificial lighting in interior spaces. - Techniques for creating lighting schemes that enhance ambiance and functionality. 5. **Sustainable Design Practices** - Exploration of eco-friendly materials, energy efficiency, and sustainable design principles. - Techniques for integrating sustainability into interior architecture projects. 6. **Building Codes and Accessibility** - Study of building regulations, codes, and accessibility standards. - Techniques for ensuring compliance with legal and safety requirements. 7. **Interior Detailing and Construction** - Fundamentals of detailing, construction techniques, and project documentation. - Techniques for translating design concepts into buildable solutions. 8. **Emerging Trends in Interior Architecture** - Analysis of innovations such as smart homes, biophilic design, and modular interiors. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies in the field. 9. **Capstone Project in Interior Architecture** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in designing and transforming interior spaces. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive interior architecture solution. **Assessment Methods:** - Design projects and portfolio development. - Written assignments on space planning, material selection, and lighting design. - Group projects in sustainable design and interior detailing. - Participation in internships or fieldwork with architectural firms or design studios. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Interior Design Illustrated" by Francis D.K. Ching and Corky Binggeli. - "The Architecture of Light" by Sage Russell. - "Sustainable Design: A Critical Guide" by David Bergman. - "Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the International Building Code" by Francis D.K. Ching and Steven R. Winkel. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of design, architecture, or art is recommended. Suitable for students in architecture, interior design, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years, including coursework, design projects, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Interior Architecture or a related field. **Target Audience:** Aspiring interior architects, interior designers, and space planning consultants seeking to excel in the design and transformation of interior spaces. This major equips students with the creative, technical, and problem-solving skills needed to excel in interior architecture, driving innovation in the design of functional and aesthetically pleasing interiors.