This course familiarizes students with essential design research methods, tools, and frameworks. It enables learners to understand users, contexts, and problem spaces through systematic inquiry. The focus is on gathering insights and translating them into meaningful, evidence-based design directions.
This studio introduces students to residential interior design through user-centered spatial planning and concept development. It emphasizes functional layout creation, material exploration, and design detailing. Students develop refined and coherent residential design solutions grounded in user needs.
This course explores the relationship between humans, products, and interior environments through ergonomic principles. It equips students to analyze user comfort, posture, safety, and efficiency in spatial and product interactions. Emphasis is placed on applying ergonomic insights to create functional, user-centered design solutions.
This course equips students with the principles and techniques of calculating project costs, material quantities, and budget planning. It helps learners understand financial feasibility, cost control, and resource allocation in design projects. The focus is on preparing accurate estimates to support informed decision-making and efficient project execution.
This course equips students with the knowledge to evaluate interior materials, finishes, and their technical specifications. It emphasizes cost estimation, material selection, and performance criteria for efficient project planning. Students learn to make informed, practical decisions that enhance design quality and feasibility.
This studio focuses on designing immersive and functional hospitality environments through concept development, spatial planning, and user-centered design. Students explore materials, mood, and narrative to create memorable guest experiences. Emphasis is placed on integrating ambience, service flow, and brand identity into cohesive interior solutions.
This course explores the principles of acoustics and lighting essential for designing efficient and engaging hospitality spaces. Students learn how sound, light quality, and ambience influence user experience and spatial performance. Emphasis is placed on applying technical knowledge to create comfortable, functional, and aesthetically compelling hospitality interiors.
This course introduces the fundamental services integral to interior environments, including lighting, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and safety systems. Students learn how these services integrate with interior spaces to enhance functionality and user comfort. The focus is on understanding technical requirements and coordinating services seamlessly within design proposals.
This studio focuses on designing functional, efficient, and human-centred workspace environments. Students explore spatial planning, ergonomics, and emerging workplace trends to create innovative interior solutions. Emphasis is on concept development, detailed design, and transforming user needs into cohesive workspace experiences.
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles, elements, and processes involved in interior design. It helps learners understand spatial planning, materials, colour, and form in creating functional, aesthetic interiors. Students develop a strong foundation for conceptualizing and designing simple interior spaces.
This course introduces students to fundamental research methods used in the design process. It helps learners explore user needs, behaviours, and contexts through structured inquiry. Students learn to gather, analyse, and apply insights to inform thoughtful and effective design solutions.
This course introduces students to digital drafting tools used for producing accurate 2D interior drawings. It focuses on developing skills in plans, elevations, sections, and detailed technical representations. Students learn precision, layer management, and industry-standard drawing practices essential for interior design documentation.
This course introduces students to fundamental design processes through hands-on exploration and creative problem-solving. It focuses on developing conceptual thinking, form generation, and basic visualization skills. Learners engage in structured studio exercises that build a strong foundation for advanced design practice.
This course explores the principles and strategies behind designing impactful retail and exhibition environments. Students learn to create spatial experiences that communicate brand identity and engage visitors. Emphasis is placed on layout planning, visual merchandising, and experiential design.
This studio introduces students to the fundamentals of designing functional and engaging commercial interiors. It focuses on space planning, user flow, brand expression, and material exploration within real-world commercial contexts. Students learn to create concept-driven design solutions that balance aesthetics, utility, and user experience.
This course introduces the fundamental building services essential in interior spaces, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and safety systems. Students learn how these services integrate with design to ensure functionality, comfort, and efficiency. Emphasis is placed on understanding technical requirements and coordinating services within interior layouts.
This course introduces students to the principles of product display, store layout, and visual communication in retail environments. It focuses on creating engaging customer experiences through strategic use of space, color, lighting, and storytelling. Students learn to design impactful visual presentations that enhance brand identity and drive consumer engagement.
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of retail design, focusing on spatial planning, brand expression, and customer experience. Learners explore store layouts, visual merchandising, and material applications for commercial spaces. The studio emphasizes creating functional, engaging, and brand-aligned retail environments.