Interior Design Fundamentals

This is an applied communication course that examines systematic techniques to communicate effectively and professionally in the workplace; its goal is to introduce students to technical writing skills and presentation skills needed to succeed in career- related courses and at work.
Prerequisite(s): Students must have one of the following: 1) English 12 "67%+" or equivalent; 2) COMM 0015 score of 70+.

This course introduces the student to visual perception and conceptualization. Through lectures, discussion and studio exploration students will discover the fundamentals of design, the design process, and creative thinking. Hands-on exploration, sketching and analysis, will allow the student to explore and apply the elements and principles of design, developing an awareness of its application within our environment. Theories pertaining to human factors will be explored including proxemics, anthropometrics and ergonomics. Students will work individually and in groups to create 2D and 3D solutions, presenting their ideas to their peers.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120* (* may be taken concurrently)

​This course is an introduction to base building finishes as they apply to floors, walls, and ceilings, emphasizing the use of sustainable materials. Students will learn about local suppliers and manufacturers through guest lectures and field trips.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120* (* may be taken concurrently)

​This course introduces students to drawing as a means of visual communication. Developing freehand drawing skills for interior design applications is the focus of the program.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120* (* may be taken concurrently)

​The focus of this course is to introduce freehand drafting techniques as they pertain to interior design. Students will produce schematic two-dimensional drawings for interior design applications, through implementation of scale, line weights, lettering, dimensions, and layouts.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120* (*may be taken concurrently)

​Students will be introduced to the current release of Adobe InDesign as it relates to interior design. Design principles will be implemented to create documents such as posters.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120 and INTD 1100 and INTD 1180

​This course will cover fibres and fabrics as they apply to residential interior design. Characteristics of natural and synthetic fibres will be explored. Through lectures, field trips, and assignments, topics such as fibre and/or fabric identification, properties, construction, application, specifications, testing, estimating, and sustainability will be covered.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120 and INTD 1100 and INTD 1120

This course will provide students with a background in colour theory as it relates to interior design including colour schemes. The class consists of lectures, discussions and in-class exercises through individual and group work. Topics will include the physics of colour, colour theories, physiology of colour, psychology of colour, colour in art, focusing on the application of colour in residential design.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120 and 65% in INTD 1100

​The focus of this course is to explore and further develop design ideation. Visual communication of concepts and details within interior spaces will be examined. Hands-on exploration, quick sketching, and analysis involving the documentation of the design process will be demonstrated in a sketchbook format through a variety of mediums and techniques. Field trips will be used for on-site inspiration and exploration.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120 and INTD 1100 and INTD 1140 and INTD 1180

Using the current release of AutoCAD for Windows, students will become familiar with and use the drawing, editing, and view manipulation commands of the program. They will also be introduced to layouts, blocks, dimensioning, and text commands. The students will complete a dimensioned floor plan, a furniture plan, elevations, and details. Overall emphasis will be on using AutoCAD for designing a residential project.
Prerequisite(s): 65% in INTD 1180 and COMM 1120

This studio course is the first building block of space planning and introduces students to the methodology used by interior designers to conceptualize, analyze, and develop workable solutions to residential applications. Students will analyze existing floor plans, study furniture placement, construct a model, develop layouts for kitchens and bathrooms, document their research findings and design development in a sketchbook journal. Students will implement their own concepts and ideas in the planning of a small residential project with the option to use their freehand skills or AutoCAD as drawing tools in their final submission.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120 Communication 1, INTD 1100 Design Theory 1, INTD 1180 Visual Communication 2D, INTD 1140 Freehand Drawing, INTD 2150 Visual & Graphic Communication*. *Maybe taken concurrently.

This course will provide students with basic knowledge and skills to use SketchUp, Layout, and Photoshop software for the purposes of producing interior design illustrations for presentations. Students will create a presentation encompassing their acquired skills showcasing a completed project.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120 and 65% in INTD 1180

​This course identifies characteristics of different light source with emphasis on residential applications and examines the fundamentals of lighting design. Students will learn the foundations of lighting design with the goal of having a working knowledge of functional and aesthetic lighting solutions. Characteristics of different light sources will be introduced and applications identified in class and through field trips. Residential reflected ceiling plans will be produced along with a generic lighting schedule.
Prerequisite(s): INTD 2150 and INTD 2160 and INTD 2300

This course will introduce students to the process and requirements needed to create construction drawings for a residential project, including plans, elevations, legends, schedules and drawing references. Students will first design and develop freehand drawings to scale and will create a set of construction drawings using AutoCAD, based on their design solutions.
Prerequisite(s): INTD 1120 Materials for Interior Design, INTD 1140 Freehand Drawing, INTD 2120 Fabrics and Applications, INTD 2150 Visual & Graphic Communication, INTD 2160 AutoCAD for Interior Design, INTD 2240* Introduction to Lighting, INTD 2300 Residential Studio A *May be taken concurrently

​This course will cover the history of design from ancient Egypt to the late 19th century. Illustrated lectures, discussions, class projects, and assignments will introduce the students to various historic periods and styles of design, with a focus on Western Civilization. Architecture, furniture, painting, and various other art forms and applied arts will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1120 and INTD 1100

This course builds on the fundamentals taught in INTD 2300, Residential Design Studio A. An emphasis will be on understanding space and planning with architectural features including a variety of wall types, ceilings, doors, windows, fireplaces, and staircases. Students will plan a comprehensive residential space, working through the typical phases of a design project including design programming, concept development, product research, planning, and design development. Students will present their design solutions both visually and through oral communication. They will also demonstrate their 2D AutoCAD skills and use their freehand or SketchUp skills for any 3D components in their final submission.
Prerequisite(s): INTD 1060 Introduction to InDesign, INTD 2120 Fabrics and Applications, INTD 2240* Introduction to Lighting, INTD 2150 Visual & Graphic Communication, INTD 2160 AutoCAD for Interior Design, INTD 2130 Colour for Interior Design, INTD 2300 Residential Studio A *May be taken concurrently

This course assesses the student’s ability to process the information and knowledge gained from previous courses and apply it to one comprehensive residential project. This course is an examination of the student’s ability to solve a given design problem and as such it is designed to be self-directed. Students will receive guidance; however, they are expected to arrive at their own design solutions. Students will prepare and present a comprehensive design solution for a multi-level residential interior. Projects must display viability and originality of concept, layouts, and design through innovative presentation techniques. Students will demonstrate their 2D AutoCAD skills and SketchUp skills for 3D components in their final submission.
Prerequisite(s): INTD 1360 Digital Illustration for Interior Design, INTD 2240 Introduction to Lighting, INTD 2370 Design History 1, INTD 2360 Residential Construction Drawings, INTD 2400 Residential Studio B