12549 (v.2) IA Technical Studies 221

Area:

Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Studio:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Co Requisite(s):

12550 (v.2) Interior Architecture Materials 221

Syllabus:

The study of properties, selection criteria and how to apply materials for interiors. Approaching interiors with sound environmental considerations, material selection, longevity. Designing interiors for construction - understanding specific construction detailing and integrating conceptual design work into a buildable solution.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Developed an understanding and skills to enhance the creative and functional aspects of of interiors projects in the following areas: Introduction of how to design for construction. Introduction of how to draw interiors for construction. Knowledge of the physical and visual characteristics of the basic building materials used in interiors. Experience in the integration of conceptual design into a buildable solution. Developing team work skills through practise.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Detail Magazine. Dunbar, Martin, Dutta and Ratcliffe. Measure for Measure - a practical guide. Building code of Australia. Chitham, R. Measured Drawings for Architects. Ching, F. (1987), Interior Design Illustrated. Van Nostrand Reinhold. Wilkie, G. and Arden, S. (1995), Building on own Home. Landsdowne. Everett, A. (re. Barrit, C.M.H.) (1994), Mitchells Materials (fifth edition). Longman. Salvadori, M. (1990), Why Buildings Stand Up. New York, Norton and Company. Ambrose, J. (1991), Building Construction: Interior Systems. New York, Van Nostrand Reinhold. Ashcroft, R. (1985), Construction for Interior Designers. Longman. Panero, J. and Zelnik, M. (1979), Human Dimension and Interior Space. Architectural Press Pearson, D. (1989), The Natural House Book. Angus and Robertson/Harper Collins Publications.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Participation 5%, Project 1 Measured Drawings 30%, Project 2 Design Component 5%, Project 3 Design Development/Research 20%, Project 4 Technical Documents 35%, Workbook 5%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y