| Assistant Professors E. Speck (Director), N. Evans
Master of Fine Arts in the field of interior design—Prerequisite: A bachelor's degree in a field other than interior design, including a minimum of 6 credit hours each in fine arts and art history. A portfolio consisting of examples of relevant work, including the fine arts prerequisites, is to be submitted with the application to the program.
Required: The general requirements stated under the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences and 45 credit hours of course work, including IntD 201, 202, 203, 210, 211, 212, 213, 230, 231, 233, 290, 291 and 9 credits of electives chosen in consultation with the graduate program advisor.
The M.F.A. in interior design is a first-professional degree.
Note: A course fee of $105 is charged for all interior design courses except IntD 233, 272, and 290.
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| 201 |
Foundations in Interior Design Theory (3) |
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Theory and topics in design. Application of design principles and elements to specific studies of the built environment. Examination of relationships among creative, social, and technical dimensions of interior design. (Fall) |
| 202 |
Drafting and Graphics (3) |
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Basic graphic communication skills appropriate for the development of design projects and study exercises. Two- and three-dimensional drawing skills developed through sketching, orthographic drawing, paraline drawing, and pictorial perspective. Use of equipment and material required for technical drawing. (Fall and spring) |
| 203 |
Textiles and Finish Materials (3) |
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All phases of textile production, including standards, testing, and specifications. Properties, regulations, and installation of interior finish materials. (Spring) |
| 210 |
Graduate Studio I: Residential (3) |
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Application of basic design concepts and processes to residential design. Human factors and development of space planning skills in single and multifamily spaces. Selection of furniture, fabric, and finishes. Design of custom millwork and window treatments. Introduction to research and documentation. Prerequisite: IntD 201, 202, and 203. (Spring) |
| 211 |
Graduate Studio II: Commercial (3) |
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Nonresidential spaces: commercial and hospitality. Intensive analysis and space planning of nonresidential interiors with emphasis on technology, codes, and environment and behavior concepts. Prerequisite: IntD 210. (Fall) |
| 212 |
Graduate Studio III: Institutional (3) |
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Multifaceted and complex problems in healthcare and institutional design. Further exploration of design theory, practical application and guidelines, and development of advanced studio work. Prerequisite: IntD 211, 230, and 231. (Spring) |
| 213 |
Advanced Drafting and Materials (3) |
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Structural building systems, methods and materials of construction, and standard graphic representation. Organization and preparation of construction documents, finish and materials, and interior component schedules and detailing. Prerequisite: IntD 211. (Spring) |
| 230 |
Computer-Aided Drafting (3) |
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Introduction to CAD technology, two-dimensional drawings, plotting and enhancement of presentations. Use of CAD for the production of construction drawings. Prerequisite: IntD 202 and permission of instructor. (Fall and spring) |
| 231 |
Lighting Design (3) |
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Terminology, concepts, and principles of lighting design. Light and energy, incandescent and gaseous discharge lamps, luminaries, task requirements, measurement and calculations, human factors, and design applications. Case studies highlighting successful lighting design installations. Prerequisite: IntD 210. (Fall) |
| 233 |
Practicum (3) |
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Students work with professional interior designers or architects or industry-related professionals, participating in a project-based setting. Roles and responsibilities of the professional interior designer: business procedures, legal implications, ethics, trade relations, designer-client-contractor relations. Prerequisite: IntD 211 and permission of instructor. (Spring and summer) |
| 250 |
Studio in Historic Interiors (3) |
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Exploration and interpretation of significant periods of interior design through the study of historic furniture, decorative arts, and architecture. Application of historic styles for restoration or adaptive use. Prerequisite: IntD 201, 202. (Fall) |
| 251 |
Furniture Design (3) |
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Major 20th-century furniture designers and the environments in which their furniture was used. Study and design of furniture that combines functional and aesthetic quality. Use of two- and three-dimensional drawings and models to develop design and technical skills. Prerequisite: IntD 201, 202. (Fall) |
| 252 |
Presentation Techniques (3) |
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Development of multimedia techniques in rendering. Advanced three- dimensional drawing using rapid visualization techniques, sketching, and constructed drawings. Prerequisite: IntD 201, 202. (Spring) |
| 253 |
Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting (3) |
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Three-dimensional modeling applications used to examine form and space in a practical in-depth exploration. Application of advanced computer graphics to a studio project. Prerequisite: IntD 230. (Spring) |
| 270 |
Special Topics (3) |
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A theoretical and practical in-depth exploration of a specific area of interior design. Topic to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. |
| 271 |
Environmental Analysis (3) |
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Evaluation of interior spaces for effectiveness and coherence. The effect of the built environment on human behavior. Factors that contribute to functional and dysfunctional design for interiors. Prerequisite: IntD 201. (Spring) |
| 272 |
Individual Problems and Research (arr.) |
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Independent research on selected topic. Research proposal must be approved by faculty prior to registration. May be repeated for credit with permission. |
| 273 |
Contemporary Issues in Interior Design (3) |
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Aspects of design that affect the profession and practice of interior design. Topics include code analysis, workplace strategies, programming demographics/strategies, product development, integrated security design, acoustic issues, and sustainable design. (Fall) |
| 290 |
Research Seminar (3) |
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Application of advanced topics in design theory; research methodology applied to development of the graduate project. Prerequisite: IntD 213. (Summer) |
| 291 |
Graduate Project (3) |
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Capstone studio. Application of design skills and knowledge, individual development of the design process, problem-solving skills, and evaluation and defense of the project. Prerequisite: IntD 290. (Fall) |
