Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design

Interior Design Compulsory Courses

0705117 Interior Drafting (1-3-3)

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of drafting and documenting interior concepts through plans, symbols, models, and designs. Students will become familiar with drafting equipment and methodology used in interior design and architecture. This course provides basic understanding of drafting techniques necessary to allow students to progress to different drawings in interiors through sketches, scales, dimensions, lettering, and various drafting techniques to reflect construction drawings and demonstrate architecture and interiors details.

Prerequisite: 0700113-Drawing Fundamentals

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0705115 Introduction to Interior Design (1-3-3)

This course introduces the students to the primary elements and principles of interior design. Through simple functional assignments, students begin to understand the design of interior spaces. Students are also introduced to wall treatments, flooring, ceiling and finishing materials.

Prerequisite: 0700111-Arts and Design Foundation I

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0705116 Drawing for Interior Design (1-3-3)

This course develops students' understanding of the fundamental elements of drawing and visual communication. It takes a step further by introducing students to quick sketches, shades and shadows and different rendering techniques through still life objects and surrounding environment to assist students in creating images of their ideas related to two-dimensional shapes and three-dimensional forms and spaces. Students learns skills for developing and communicating design ideas and concepts related to their interior projects. Quick visualization and perspective drawing techniques will be introduced and investigated through in/out-class exercises and sketchbook studies. Students will be encouraged to develop a personal style.

Prerequisite: 0700113-Drawing Fundamentals

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0705210 Interior Design Studio I (1-3-3)

This course enables students to develop a level of understanding of the principles and elements of interior design as well as the basics of space planning, and focuses on the study of functional, practical, and aesthetical approaches. Emphasis is placed on the spatial organization and sequencing, human anthropometrics and conceptual problem solving in three-dimensional through small-scale residential spaces. Students re-design residential spaces through necessary illustrations including floor plans, sections, elevations, perspectives and models. Students are also introduced to wall treatments, flooring, ceiling and finishing materials. The course also considers the employment of universal design.

Prerequisite: 0705115- Introduction to Interior Design, 0705116-Drawing for Interior Design, 0700112-Arts and Design Foundation II

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0705211 Interior Construction (1-3-3)

The course introduces students to basic construction techniques in integration with structural elements and building services. Students will learn how to design and prepare basic construction drawings of interior planes (ceilings, floors, and walls), openings and details of transitions between them.

Prerequisite: 0705115-Introduction to Interior Design, 0700112-Arts and Design Foundation II

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0705212 Computer Aided Design I (1-3-3)

This course covers Computer Aided Design (CAD), a fundamental tool in interior design. CAD enables designers to create project designs digitally. The course primarily focuses on essential 2D CAD drawing, planning, and drafting skills. Students will gain hands-on experience by working on comprehensive 2D interior design projects, allowing them to grasp the fundamentals and capabilities of Computer Aided Design.

Prerequisite: 0705117-Interior Drafting

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0705213 History and Theory of Interior Design (3-0-3)

This course presents the history of interior design development through interpretation of the time- periods. It introduces the history of interior and furniture design from ancient times to the present. Topics include basic terminology and an analysis of the historical interior design settings that will enable the comprehension of visual idioms through a historical survey of modern and postmodern interior design.

Prerequisite: 0705115-Introduction to Interior Design, 0700116-History of Art and Design II

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0705215 Interior Design Studio II (1-3-3)

This course introduces the students to commercial interiors through small scale design projects (e.g. cafés, boutique, art gallery, cosmetic shop, jewelry shop, etc.). Students will develop a level of understanding of the principles and the basics of space planning of commercial spaces. An Emphasis will be on the functional, practical, aesthetical approaches, spatial organization and sequencing, human anthropometrics and conceptual problem solving. Students re-design projects through necessary illustrations including floor plans, reflected ceiling plan, sections, elevations, perspectives and models. Students are also introduced to wall treatments, flooring, ceiling and finishing materials. The course also considers the employment of universal design and sustainability principles.

Prerequisite: 0705210-Interior Design Studio I, 0700114-Color Theory, 0705212-Computer Aided Design I

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0705217 Computer Aided Design II (1-3-3)

This course introduces basics of 3D visualization. Students practice hands-on application of modeling techniques of interior components and environment then apply different building materials with their specific color and texture. Lights and shades used to add cameras and changing their locations to create realistic visual images and choose the best visual perspective. Students are required to complete 3D projects to understand the essentials and the capacities in 3D drawing.

Prerequisite: 0705212-Computer Aided Design I

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0705218 Lighting Design for Interiors (1-3-3)

The course studies the technical, aesthetic, and psychological aspects of lighting in an environment. Natural and artificial lighting methods will be explained and evaluated according to the task, spaces and human requirement. Principles of lighting design and selection of different types of lighting will be applied to the selection of luminaires and lighting sources. Natural and artificial lighting applications on interiors spaces will be assess and evaluated through using computer simulation.

Prerequisite: 0705211-Interior Construction

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0705219 Materials and Finishes for Interiors (1-3-3)

This course is a survey of materials used by interior designers for architectural elements and finishes. The student will learn to evaluate and select the appropriate materials for an interior design projects, and will be introdu

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ced to life safety ratings for finish materials. The student will be introduced to writing specifications for interior design materials.

Prerequisite: 0705211-Interior Construction

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0705310 Interior Design Studio III (1-3-3)

The aim of the course is to introduce the students to the design of administrative interiors, in which the emphasis being placed on planning, furniture arrangement, circulation, and design treatments. Students will develop a level of understanding of the principles and the basics of space planning, and focuses on the study of functional, practical, and aesthetical approaches. Emphasis is placed on the design elements and principles, spatial organization and sequencing, human anthropometrics and conceptual problem solving in administrative spaces through necessary illustrations including floor plans, reflected ceiling plan, sections and elevations, perspectives and models. Students are also introduced to wall treatments, flooring, ceiling and finishing materials. Rendering is a vital aspect of this course.

Prerequisite: 0705215-Interior Design Studio II, 0705211-Interior Construction

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0705311 Textile for Interior Design (1-3-3)

This course aims to explore diversity of textiles based on types of, fiber, yarn, fabrication methods, dyeing, printing, finishing, and maintenance required. Students will study fabrics and textiles available for interior applications. Students may design a new fabric for specific functions. The design includes the pattern, texture, color, etc. Students can apply visualization techniques to show selected textile designs in an interior space.

Prerequisite: 0705219-Materials and Finishes for Interiors

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0705312 Working Drawing and Detailing (1-3-3)

This course aims to advance students’ ability to prepare detailed technical drawings for different types and styles of interior environments. Students will evaluate, select, and specify the appropriate materials and techniques to develop integrated construction solutions for a given interior project.

Prerequisite: 0705116-Drawing for Interior Design, 0705219-Materials and Finishes for Interiors

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0705315 Interior Design Studio IV (1-3-3)

The aim of the course is to introduce the students to the design of hospitality interiors (e.g. hotels, fitness clubs, lounges, spas, country clubs, and tourist resorts). Students will develop a level of understanding of the principles and the basics of space planning, and focuses on the study of functional, practical, and aesthetical approaches. Students re-design interior hospitality spaces varied in function and scale through necessary illustrations, floor plans, reflected ceiling plan, sections and elevations, perspectives and models. Students are also introduced to wall treatments, flooring, ceiling and finishing materials. The course also considers the employments of sustainability principles and the natural environment such as lighting and different natural ventilation systems. Rendering is a vital aspect of the course.

Prerequisite: 0705310-Interior Design Studio III, 0705217-Computer Aided Design II, 0705218-Lighting Design for Interiors

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0705316 Sustainable Interior Environments (1-3-3)

This course introduces students to basic concepts of sustainability approach to interior design. It covers the principles, frameworks, and tools of sustainability in interior design. It focuses on solutions throughout sustainable application to increase efficiency and performance of buildings and systems, their value and health for people, and building efficiency. At the same time students shall use practical tools and techniques to identify issues, develop solutions, measure progress, and implement a sustainable approach in their design.

Corequisite: 0705315-Interior Design Studio IV and Prerequisite: 0705219-Materials and Finishes for Interiors

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0705317 Furniture Design (1-3-3)

The course explores the history and movements of design related to furniture in theory for use in practical aspects. It focuses on techniques and stages of furniture design, materials, and measurements, as well as methods of implementation and production. This course covers the basic skills to develop the idea, manufacturing techniques, and applications in interior environments. Application in this course is through design and production of a variety of furniture pieces to be valid for usage.

Prerequisite: 0705312-Working Drawing and Detailing, 0705213-History and Theory of Interior Design, 0705219-Materials and Finishes for Interiors

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0705318 Building Systems for Interiors (1-3-3)

This course introduces students to fundamentals of systems installations in buildings (plumbing, fire egress, electrical networks, communication, HVAC) as well as basic acoustical design, sound transfer and control in interior environments. Students will develop an understanding of the functional elements forming these systems. At the end of the course, students shall be able to deliver technical integrated drawings of these systems in an interior space applying basic building codes and standards.

Prerequisite: 0705215-Interior Design Studio II, 0705218-Lighting Design for Interiors

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0705410 Interior Design Graduation Project I (1-3-3)

This course is an integrated advanced study towards the Interior Design Graduation Project II course, it includes all processes of the pre-design stage of a specific project theme through informed sequential, and systematic research. Students are to identify the graduation project problem, conduct informative research, and propose design solutions that can be applied in Interior Design Graduation Project II course. Students are provided the opportunity to explore and develop concepts through an understanding of context, site and function. A key aspect of the course is the investigation and development of communication formats, skills, and techniques appropriate to the selected project.

Prerequisite: 0705315-Interior Design Studio IV, 0700333-Research Methodology in Art and Design

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0705411 Environmental Design (1-3-3)

The course aims to study and solve problems of public spaces including healthcare facilities, health centers, clinics, special care and long-term facilities, mental health facilities, elderly people homes, children’s facilities, and rehabilitation centers. Students shall re-design interior healthcare spaces by addressing space planning, function requirements, furniture arrangement, lighting, colors, materials and construction suitable for users and their culture, personal, social, health, and psychological needs. The course also focuses on the employment of sustainability principles and the natural environment such as lighting and natural ventilation systems. Students shall produce a comprehensive design concept and detailed design documentation.

Prerequisite: 0705315-Interior Design Studio IV, 0705316-Sustainable Interior Environments

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0705414 Professional Practice for Interior Design (3-0-3)

This course prepares students to enter the professional world of creative industry. It focuses on complementing students’ employability skills through the enhancement of their professional skills and concentrate on career development. It centers on identifying and developing skills associated with students’ acquired degree work and opportunity to building their professional profile. It further prepares them for a gradual transition into their training program within a professional environment.

Corequisite: 0705410-Interior Design Graduation Project I

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0705415 Interior Design Graduation Project II (1-3-3)

This capstone studio course emphasizes the student's ability to independently create a comprehensive project that successfully demonstrates all aspects of the design process, knowledge and skills acquired in their studies. They shall present an evidence-based creative solution to a self-defined issue or design problem. The course pays attention to the employments of sustainability principles and the natural environment. An aspect of the design project solution is the use of appropriate methods to effectively communicate research findings and diverse presentation techniques to express the proposed design solution. Students shall demonstrate a detailed understanding of the design process including schematic design, design development, design documentation and presentation.

Prerequisite: 0705410-Interior Design Graduation Project I, 0705317-Furniture Design

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0705455 Internship in Interior Design (0-3-3)

Internships open opportunities to apply, in a professional environment, the knowledge and skills gained throughout the curriculum. It offers a chance to gain experience in a professional setting which informs their career decisions and plans for further learning. Working with professionals provides an experience of professionalism and opportunities for learning methods and practices commonly used in the profession. This experience shall vary depending on the individual student’s placement within the creative industry’s various venues. Students shall complete 320 hours at the training site.

Prerequisite: 0705414-Professional Practice for Interior Design

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Interior Design Elective Courses

0705306 Advanced Detailing (1-3-3)

The course introduces students to interior design detailing as a creative process of problem solving with constraints and choices aimed at translating broad design concepts into construction reality. Introducing the design detailing as a way fitting the pieces together physically and visually connecting the various components of an interior space to enhance the overall design intent of the project with different functions. Students learn how to solve design problems using construction drawings details of interior planes (ceilings, floors, and walls).

Prerequisite: 0705219-Materials and Finishes for Interiors

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0705307 Exhibition Design (1-3-3)

This course examines the role that exhibitions play in communicating knowledge and explores the variety of display methods within the language of exhibits. As exhibition programs reflect the presenting mission of the institutions, students will learn how to theorize exhibits for a diversity of subjects including historical, scientific, contemporary, research, and temporary trends. By approaching the subject of exhibit design in this manner, the students will gain a sense of their own agency as arts administrators and practitioners. Students will be involved in the class through discussion and visual presentations; therefore, the course will take the format of seminar/studio. Throughout the semester, students will perform final exhibit projects from concept to design.

Prerequisite: 0705310-Interior Design Studio III

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0705308 Design for Special Interiors (1-3-3)

This course focus on intruding the students to a comprehensive design process for special interiors. The student will complete an integrated final project for special interior spaces such as transportation vehicles like trains, jets, yachts etc. with very special design requirements. Students will develop a series of required skills based on client analysis, programming, space-planning and fitting-out, environmental systems, code analysis, tight-fit and loose-fit furniture, and materials and finishes selection.

Prerequisite: 0705310-Interior Design Studio III

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0705344 Special Topics in Interior Design (1-3-3)

The course offers a dynamic exploration of specialized themes, trends, and emerging concepts in design and related fields. Participants shall engage in topics that bridge the realms of design and creative expression.

Prerequisite: 0705310-Interior Design Studio III