Prerequisites

Course Credits

2.00

Description

This elective course is designed to aid students in determining whether to pursue a career in interior design and decorating. Through both lectures and studio work, students will be shown basic drafting and graphic communication techniques used in presentation of visual ideas, as well as various elements of interior composition, such as space planning, color, furniture, finish and material selection. The final project will be suitable for inclusion in a portfolio. Normally offered each semester.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

Course Credits

4.00

Description

The goal of this course is the enhancement of the student's critical comprehension of historic styles and the impact they have on contemporary design solutions. The survey begins with the Egyptian period and provides an overview of the history of furniture and architecture through the mid-1700s, including ancient Greece and Rome, the Gothic and Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo periods. Emphasis will be placed on chronological periods, the visual characteristics of each style including regional idiosyncrasies, and the terminology germane to a study of furniture and architecture.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Course Types

Humanities & History,Humanities Literature Requirement

Prerequisites

ADI 221

Course Credits

4.00

Description

A continuation of History of Furniture & Architecture I, this course will extend the investigation of furniture and architecture into the 20th century, while addressing issues concerning preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, and adaptive re-use. Drawing on the vast resources of the city of Boston and its environs, students will become actively involved in stylistic progression, local living history, and the benefits of preserving our past for future generations. Field trips will include visits to restored Federal, Victorian and Contemporary venues.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Course Types

Humanities & History,Humanities Literature Requirement

Prerequisites

Taken concurrently with ADI S201

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course introduces students to the important individuals, ideas and issues that have shaped the direction of contemporary interior desgin practice in the twentieth century, building upon the historical foundation established by the Ideas of Western Art and History of Furniture and Architecture classes. Intermixing lectures and readings with visits to important local buildings, it discusses the influences of culture, technology, fashion and media upon the work and thinking of the first generation of modern designers, as well as emerging social, moral and environmental mperitives that will form the basis of future practice; cultural identity, interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainability and universal design.

Term Offered

Offered Fall Term

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: ADI S110 or S510.

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course examines various interior construction assemblies of non-load-bearing walls, load-bearing walls, floors, stairs, elevators, fireplaces, ceilings, doors, interior windows, frames, millwork and fire-related construction. Emphasis will be placed on building codes including state, BOCA, Underwriters Laboratory, ASTM, state and federal accessibility codes and construction materials. Students will also be introduced to basic structural concepts and characteristics of structural materials.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

Intended for majors only

Course Credits

3.00

Description

Students will study the visual qualities, technical characteristics and applications of the common materials and finishes used in interior installations. These materials include floor coverings, wall coverings, textiles, ceiling and sustainable materials. Related fire, health and safety codes, as well as maintenance and life cycle costs, will be discussed. Class material will be presented in the form of lectures, guest speakers and a tour of the Boston Design Center. Students will learn to analyze, select and specify materials and finishes for the appropriate applications, write specifications, and prepare a resource notebook.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

Prior drafting or CAD experience recommended

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course introduces students to the art and technology of lighting and explores the use of lighting as a design element in the interior environment. Class material will be presented as a series of lectures, readings and demonstrations. Students will learn to analyze interior lighting installations, calculate lighting levels for interiors, select appropriate light fixtures and prepare a lighting plan based on one of their studio projects.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

Senior Status

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course teaches students how to develop a professional portfolio. Students will investigate overall development of portfolio content, substance, and design through a variety of hands-on exercises including digital and mock-up layout techniques; methods of documenting and archiving work; presentation formats; design influence investigation, and more.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADI 242

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course studies mechanical, electrical, and plumbing technology and systems commonly employed in residential and commercial interiors. It will introduce students to the vocabulary, concepts and basic components of these fields of engineering. This will enable students to integrate these building systems in their design work and communicate ideas effectively with project engineers and contractors. The course will include commonly used heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing piping and fixtures, fire sprinklers, electrical supply and distribution, smoke detection and fire alarm systems. Related mechanical, electrical and plumbing codes will also be discussed.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADI-S201; Intended for majors only

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course will cover the business aspects of interior design, including firm management, client, and contractor relationships, project management, proposal writing, and market resourcing. In addition, students will be exposed to career planning practices, such as portfolio development, resume preparation and interviewing techniques. Tours of architectural and interior design firms will also be included.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADI S201, ADI S202, ADI S303, ADI S304, ADI S372

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course is designed to be the first part of the BFA Senior Studio in Interior Design. The senior ID project is intended as the culmination of the interior design studio sequence. It is an individual effort, supported by the studio faculty, that is inclusive of the entire design process from the programming phase through final design and documentation. The objective of part one, Senior Programming & Pre-Design, is for individual students to research, develop and drafta program document which will guide their design work in part two, Senior Studio. Students will explore the possible project types and precedents,select and develop a client profile and program, and research and analyze an architectural site. Written and graphic analysis tools wll be employed. The peliminary conceptual (pre-design) phase of work is also introduced.

Term Offered

Offered Spring Term

Prerequisites

ADI S202 and ADI S303; senior BFA standing required. This course fulfills the Expanded Classroom Requirement

Course Credits

3.00

Description

With the assistance of the faculty advisor, each student will identify an appropriate internship site with a local interior design firm. All interns are required to complete 120 hours of work/study within the semester, working a minimum of 8 hours per week under the direction of a qualified Interior Designer. Interns are expected to contribute to the host firm at a high level of design interaction. All interns will meet bi-weekly with the faculty advisor. The classroom seminars will reinforce new skills, share learning experiences, and answer questions or concerns. A firm site visit, production of firm profile, and participation in a professional organization are required within the seminar.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Course Types

Expanded Classroom Requirement

Prerequisites

Consent of Program Director required.

Course Credits

1.00- 6.00

Description

Directed Study/Studio allows students to pursue an in-depth research project in an area of particular interest, directed by a qualified faculty member. Available every semester.

Term Offered

Prerequisites

Take ADF-S101 ADI-S108 OR ADI-S205;

Course Credits

3.00

Description

Interior Design Communications teaches students how drawing media, observational drawing, perspective theory, color and design graphics can be integrated into the designer's process. In addition to exploring contrast, accent, reflection, shade and shadow, the course underscores the importance of freehand sketching as a tool to foster intellectual inquiry and convey design concepts to a wider audience. The course introduces students to manual and digital methods for composing work for conceptual expression, techinical drawing presentation and portfolio purposes.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

Prior or concurrent drawing experience

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course introduces students to the systems of perspective developed during the Renaissance as a means of creating the illusion of 3-dimensional space on a 2-dimensional surface. Using 1-, 2-, and 3-point perspective, students will learn to effectively represent space. Basic drafting techniques and architectural scale are introduced. Both free-hand sketching and technical drawing methods will be emphasized. Manipulation of drawing through computerized scanning and digital photography included.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

Take ADI-S108 OR ADI-S205;

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course will enable the student to produce, manupilate and print 2-dimensional drawings using digital software including Computer Aided Draftin (CAD). Students will aquire the skils necessary for producing measured architectural plans, elevations and sections as well as isometric and axonometric drawing types. Fundamentals of illustrating drawings in color, light and shadow through digital progrms willl be introduced.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADF S152, ADF S143, ADI S110 Prior to or concurrent with ADI 234 Take ADI S106 or ADI S205

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This studio introduces students to basic design principles, design theory and concept development. Emphasis will be placed on design process, problem solving, spatial organization, anthropometrics, universal design awareness, and presentation techniques. Students will be given a series of projects of increasing complexity, utilizing and building upon the skills developed in the Foundation courses. Students will be expected to produce process diagrams, plans, elevations, models, and finish boards.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADI S201 AND ADF S102

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course addresses residential interior environments on a large scale. Students will develop client contact and programming skills. Emphasis will be placed on residential precedents, design process, human factors, accessibility, building codes, diagramming, spatial organization, detailing, presentation techniques, furnishings, finishes and lighting.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADI S106 and ADI S110

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course is designed to advance and reinforce presentation techniques and graphic technical skills introduced in Interior Design Communications. Students will continue to develop their proficiency in free hand sketching, rendering and perspective, and will learn various three-dimensional rendering software and other digital imaging techniques.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADF S102, ADI S201, ADI 242, ADI 244, ADI S264

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This commercial design studio focuses on the design of work environments. Students will develop programming and space planning skills unique to these environments through a series of small- to medium-sized projects. Emphasis will beplaced on commercial precedents, programming, design process, human factors, building codes, ADA, spatial organization, detailing, presentationtechniques, office furniture systems, equipment, finishes and lighting.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADI S201, ADI S264

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This course introduces students to the design process as it applies to furniture, addressing furniture ergonomics, materials, construction techniques, manufacturing and design. Students will research selected topics, and design seating, work/service pieces and and cabinetry. Emphasis will be placed on furniture precedents, research, design process, human factors, accessibility, detailing, documentation and presentation techniques.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADI S202, ADI 221, ADI S110

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This studio focuses on adaptive re-use and renovation of commercial interiors with attention given to historical buildings in the Boston area. Emphasis on creative problem-solving methods and a philosophical approach to medium- and large-scale hospitality and retail design projects. Students will be required to incorporate the skills and knowledge gained throughout their studies to create a comprehensive project, including presentation drawings, models, material and furniture boards, and a set of construction documents and specifications.

Term Offered

Offered Fall Term

Prerequisites

ADI S372

Course Credits

3.00

Description

A cross-disciplinary course bringing together interior design students and graphic design students at the senior BFA level to collaborate on problem-solving in the visual and built environments. In the studio, students will be exposed to design issues and problems, both experiential and graphic. Students will be working in teams bringing new insight to solutions for a variety of client/project types. Field trips to fabricators, professional firms and EGD sites will be included. This is a survey class designed to introduce students to ways of producing three-dimensional graphic design projects within the built environment.

Term Offered

Offered Fall Term

Prerequisites

ADI S110 AND ADI S201

Course Credits

3.00

Description

Building on the curriculum of Orthogonal Drawing, this course will explore in more detail the features of CAD and BIM software. Programs will be used as tools to draft, organize, and produce a set of construction documents. Students will complete a full set of contract documents.

Term Offered

Offered Both Fall and Spring

Prerequisites

ADI S201, ADI S202, ADI S303, ADI S304, ADI S305, ADI S372 AND ADI 398

Course Credits

3.00

Description

This studio course completes the undergraduate studio sequence in Interior Design. This final design studio emphasizes individual competence with respect to the total design process. Students will utilize the research and programming document produced in ADI 398, Senior Programming & Pre-Design, to develop a comprehensive design solution for their individual studio problem through schematics, design development, presentation drawings and specifications.

Term Offered

Offered Spring Term