Architectural Design

Through design exercises, discussions, and hands-on projects, students will develop an understanding of the design process and how we, as individuals and designers, shape our environment.

This class gives students the opportunity to formulate and refine design ideas, and then develop those ideas into tangible, finished products. Projects will include building programs, bubble diagrams, site plans, design drawings and design models. Past projects have included tree houses, shipping container houses, floating homes and micro-houses.

Learning goals

- Understanding the design process

- Expanded awareness of the built environment

- Understanding the ways in which we shape our environment

- Understanding design concepts

- Develop design drawing and model making skills

A project-based design course building on knowledge and skills developed in Architectural Design I. This course will have a greater emphasis on design theory and concepts. Students will develop a familiarity with and understanding of various architectural styles and the ability to utilize that understanding to create design projects.

This course will provide a strong foundation for students considering a career in the design field.