Interior Design 3-Year
Obtain a broad-based proficiency in interior space management. Create integrated interior environments that enhance the quality of life and protect the health, safety and well-being of the people who use them.
Semester One
CADD 1
introduction to computer-aided design and drafting
Design Technology 1
basic architectural hand-drafting techniques
Freehand Drawing
explore freehand drawing techniques
3D Design
2 and 3-dimensional design theories are investigated in a woodshop setting
Interior Design Studio 1
elements and principles of interior design theory
General Education Elective
Communications
Semester Two
Applied Colour Theory
investigation of interior design colour theory
CADD 2
apply electronic drafting techniques to prepare interior design drawings
Design Technology 2
use architectural drafting to convey design ideas
Media & Presentation Techniques 1
introduction to the use of colour media to prepare interior design renderings
Interior Design Studio 2
create solutions for small-scale interior design spaces
General Education Elective
Communications
Semester Three
CADD 3
advanced CADD features are applied to interior construction drawings
Design Technology 3
hand-drafting techniques in residential design detailing
Early Design History
survey of interior design period styles from ancient civilizations to the 19th Century
Construction Systems 1
residential design and detailing as to site, form and wood frame construction development
Interior Design Studio 3
design and preparation of construction drawings for a free-standing residence
Lighting Systems & Design
study of principles of interior design lighting
Interior Finishes & Textiles
selection, use and application of surface finishes and textiles
Semester Four
CADD 4
use intermediate-level CADD features to create medium-scale interior construction drawings
Design Technology 4
produce in-depth code compliant and industry standard design detail drawings
Media & Presentation Techniques 2
advanced study of media to illustrate interior design intent
Interior Design Studio 4
solve medium-scale interior design problems
Building Codes & Life Safety
interior design regulatory codes including the Ontario Building Code
Sustainable Design & Global Issues
the ethical responsibilities of Interior Designers as advocates of their clients’ requirements and planetary resources conservation
General Education Elective
Semester Five
CADD 3D
introduction of 3D CADD concepts
Professional Practice
the business and professional practice of interior design
Design Programming
methodology to define and develop problem-seeking parameters
Construction Systems 2
regulatory codes requirements, sustainability and industry practices
Interior Design Studio 5
solve a large-scale corporate interior design problem
History of Furniture
evolution of interior design furnishings
General Education Elective
Semester Six
CADD 3D Advanced
use CADD software to develop 3D drawings
Digital Presentation Techniques
use photo-manipulation software to create presentations
Interior Design Studio 6: Thesis
prepare contract documents for a large-scale project
Contract Documentation
prepare industry standard contract documents
Interior Detailing
advanced interior detailing skills for complex interior designs
General Education Elective
Program Coordinator:
Jo Anne Stewart
(705) 728-1968 ext. 1176