One Year Foundation Course

SEM- I

FUNDAMENTALS OF INTERIOR DESIGN

This subject exposes the students to the basics of design and the fundamentals of design theory. Students will learn to understand and appreciate design by exploring and applying the various elements and principles of design including colour and colour theory.

ESSENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGN MATERIALS – I

This subject helps the students to learn about the properties and usage of various basic construction materials available in the market today their application in interior spaces. Through market surveys and research students are exposed to all kind of classic and latest materials.

VISUAL PRESENTATION AND COMMUNICATION– I

These subject forms the foundation of an interior designer’s work as it helps the designer to come up with and communicate original ideas. The subject includes basics of technical drafting, illustrative sketching and presentation of work using various medias.

EVOLUTION OF DESIGN EUROPE

The aim of the subject is to understand the progression of historical development of art, architecture, interiors in western and the design ideology of international master architects and designers belonging to various schools of thoughts.

INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES-I h2>

This subject exposes the students to identifying the various parts of a building and their role in the overall structure. Students will learn to draft the constructional details for various parts of a building.

SEM- II

RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO

This design studio introduces students to the concepts of designing residential spaces. Students will learn how to conceptualize design and execute it using various techniques. Space planning, defining finishes and materials for a space as well as making working and presentation drawings will be an integral part of the course.

ESSENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGN MATERIALS – II

In this subject, students will discuss the materials and finishes available on the market that are used in interiors. State the properties and usage of various materials available, and select materials for a space based on the functional and aesthetic requirements.

VISUAL PRESENTATION AND COMMUNICATION– II

This subject exposes the students to various types of perspective drawings to express design ideas. Students will also apply various techniques of sketching and rendering for recording, studying, and communicating objects, buildings, and building components, as well as drafting the various types of drawings required for the design and execution of a work.

EVOLUTION OF DESIGN ASIA

This subject aims to explain the historical development of art, architecture, and interiors in Asia and identify the main characteristics of a historical period. Students will research the evolution of art and architecture in Asia by applying style and decorative details to contemporary design.

INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES-II

In this subject student will learn to draft the various types of constructional details used in interior spaces.