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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology B.Arch - Architecture SAR1605 Interior deign Syllabus

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology SCHOOL OF BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT

SAR1605 INTERIOR DESIGN L T P Credits Total Marks
2 0 0 2 100

UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN 6 HRS.
Interior Design - definition and process. Introduction to Interior Design in terms of typology, function, themes and
concepts. Study of Color and color schemes and their psychological and physical impact on space.

UNIT 2 HISTORY OF INTERIOR DESIGN 8 HRS.
Brief history of Interior Design through ages relating to historical and regional context. Design movements such as
minimalism, post and late Modernism, De Constructivism etc. Documentation of any Art/Craft relevant to the context of Interior
Design in terms of processes and material from anywhere in India.

UNIT 3 MATERIAL, CONSTRUCTION AND FINISHES 8 HRS.
Introduction to various finishes of walls, floors, ceilings and openings. Paint - Enamels, distempers, plastic emulsions,
cement based paint - properties, uses and applications. Painting on different surfaces - defects in paintings. Clear coatings
and stains - properties, uses and applications. Wallpaper finishes and special purpose paints. Installation detail for false
ceilings.

UNIT 4 ELEMENTS OF INTERIOR DESIGN 8 HRS.
Study of Interior Lighting, their effects, types of lighting fixtures. Accessories used for enhancement of interiors -
paintings, objects de art, etc. Interior Landscaping - elements like rocks, plants, water, flowers, fountains, paving, artefacts etc.
Furniture Design - Study of relationship of furniture to spaces and human movements, human comfort, function, materials.
Case studies and projects on Furniture design. Interior Service Elements - HVAC, Water Supply and Sanitation, Electricity and
Acoustics. Max. 30 Hours
Course Outcomes:
On completion of the course the student will be able to
CO1evelop the ability to analyse the design problem, synthesize the response and critically evaluate the design
thereby define the cyclic design process.
CO2:Understand the vibrant forms of expression of culture and lifestyle in interior design over the past.
CO3:Overviewthe recent design movements, widening knowledge in minimalism, sustainability and innovations.
CO4:Understand the properties and uses of natural materials like wood and fabrics, synthetic materials like glass and plastics and
their appropriate application techniques.
CO5:Interpret the principles of design using spatial elements and compositions in interior space.
CO6:Comprehend the relationship between form, dimensions of interior space and human dimensions and also between human
factors and activity relationships.

TEXT / REFERENCE BOOKS
1. Francis D.K. Ching, Interior Design Illustrated, VNR Pub. NewYork 1987
2. Steport De VanKness,Logan and Szevely, Introduction to Interior Design Macmillan Publishing Co., NewYork 1980
3. Kathryn B. Hiesinger and Marcus H., Landmarks of twentieth Century Design; Abbey Ville Press, 1993
4. Slesin S. and Ceiff S., Indian Style, Clarkson N Potter, New York,1990
5. Massey, World of Art, Interior Design of 20th century, 2005
6. Archi World, Interior Furniture and Lighting Style 1, 2005
End semester examination question paper pattern
(To be distributed uniformly among all the units)
Max. Marks: 100 Exam Duration: 3 Hrs.
PART A : 2 questions from each unit, each carrying 5 marks. : 08 x 05 = 40 Marks
PART B : 2 questions from each unit with an internal choice, each carrying 15 marks : 04 x 15 = 60 Marks