Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Interior Architecture

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Interior Architecture is a one-year, full-time program that emphasizes the re-imagination of interior environments and public spaces. It equips students with critical skills to question and challenge the boundaries of commercial interior design, fostering a creative and explorative attitude towards the design process. The program enhances employability through the development of a portfolio and offers a pathway for students to progress through postgraduate coursework and research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Interior Architecture is a one-year, full-time program that emphasizes the re-imagination of interior environments and public spaces in local and global contexts. Focusing on people's experiences of space, the degree equips students with critical skills to question and challenge the boundaries of commercial interior design. The program enhances employability through the development of a portfolio. Students can choose to develop skills in areas such as performative space, commercial interiors, or residential interior design. Digital technologies of representation, fabrication, internationalization, and design practice are emphasized in the program. Additionally, the degree provides a pathway for students to progress through postgraduate coursework and research, including a PhD. Often the first step towards a research degree, an honors degree allows students to undertake self-determined, critical research and apply it to a specific project. Students demonstrate their ability to develop and respond to a complex design brief and develop innovative, holistic, and professional design solutions.

Objectives:

The program aims to:

• Develop spatial intelligence and excellence in design practice
• Foster a creative and explorative attitude towards the design process, supported by reflective and critical engagement
• Generate a cohesive design approach where research and practice are consolidated in design outcomes
• Emphasize creative, innovative spatial practice and international networks
• Offer practice-oriented and research-integrated learning regarding specific projects
• Engage students with innovative and creative technologies
• Highlight emerging design practices
• Establish close links with creative practitioners

Outline:

Course Structure:

Students must complete 48 credit points of honors subjects.

Course Schedule:

• Autumn Session
• Investigations: Research and Conceptualisation (12 credit points)
• Directions: Context and Analysing (12 credit points)
• Spring Session
• Design Studio: Realisation (24 credit points)
• Directions: Context and Analysing (12 credit points)

Modules:

Autumn Session:

• Investigations: Research and Conceptualisation:
This module focuses on developing research skills, conceptual thinking, and design methodologies. Students explore design histories, theories, and critical practices to inform their design projects.
• Directions: Context and Analysing:
This module emphasizes the analysis and interpretation of design contexts. Students engage with diverse perspectives, including social, cultural, and environmental factors, to develop informed design responses.

Spring Session:

• Design Studio: Realisation:
This module is a major design project where students apply their research and conceptual development to create innovative design solutions. They work on projects that address real-world design challenges and demonstrate their ability to execute design ideas through various media.

Assessment:

The program employs various assessment methods to evaluate student performance:

• Design Projects: Students are assessed on their ability to develop and present design solutions that demonstrate critical thinking, creativity, technical skills, and effective communication.
• Research and Analysis: Students' research skills, analytical abilities, and understanding of design contexts are assessed through written assignments, presentations, and critical reviews.
• Reflective Practice: Students reflect on their learning process, identify areas for improvement, and demonstrate their ability to apply feedback to enhance their design practice.
• Professional Development: Students' progress in developing professional skills, such as communication, teamwork, and project management, is evaluated through participation in workshops, seminars, and industry engagement.

Teaching:

The program is taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and studio-based learning. A team of experienced faculty members, including designers, researchers, and industry professionals, provides instruction and guidance. The program also incorporates guest lectures, industry visits, and collaborations with external organizations to provide students with diverse perspectives and practical experience.

Careers:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Interior Architecture are qualified for various career opportunities in the design industry:

• Commercial Interior Design: Designing and managing interior spaces for offices, retail stores, and other commercial establishments.
• Residential Interior Design: Creating and customizing interior environments for homes and apartments.
• Adaptive Re-use Design: Transforming existing buildings into new functional spaces while preserving their historical and architectural value.
• Interactive and Responsive Environment Design: Designing spaces that interact with users through technology, light, and other sensory elements.
• Museum and Exhibition Design: Creating immersive experiences and engaging displays for museums, galleries, and exhibitions.
• Production Design for Film and Television: Collaborating with directors and production teams to design sets, props, and environments for film and television productions.
• Theatre and Performance Design: Designing and creating stage sets, costumes, and lighting for theatre and live performances.
• Visual and Spatial Branding: Developing visual identities, environmental graphics, and spatial experiences that represent brands and organizations.