INDES 140:  INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR DESIGN      INSTRUCTOR:  Alissa Sells

TEXTBOOK:  Interiors, an Introduction: Nielson & Taylor                E-MAIL: asells@bellevuecollege.edu

SCHEDULE:  M & W from 12:30 p.m. to 2:40 p.m.                          PHONE:  (425) 239-0456

                                    OFFICE:  B-100F

                                                                                                            OFFICE HOURS:  Email & By Appt.

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


COURSE OBJECTIVE:  By the end of this course you should have a basic understanding of the fundamentals of interior design.  This will include:  principles and elements of design, basic color concepts, floor plans, board presentation, fabric selection, space planning, basic lighting types, window treatment categories and client relations. 

 

COURSE MATERIAL:  This class will primarily be taught from your textbook, with supplemental material added from alternate sources as needed.  Quizzes will be based on material discussed in class, including:  assigned reading, lectures and handouts.   A review sheet will be posted to myBCC.net one week prior to each quiz.  Class projects are designed to help you grasp and apply basic interior design principles.

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WEEK 1:         Sept. 22nd        Discussion:                Chapter 1 (The Profession)

                                                Read:                          Chapter 1

                                                Assignments:             Visit the Sample Room in L-115

                                                                                    EXERCISE #1: Design Awareness Reports

 

Sept. 24th        Discussion:                Chapter 1 (Process of Design)

Read:                          Chapter 3

Assignment:               EXERCISE #7: Final Projects

                                                                                    Design Statement Rough Drafts

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WEEK 2:         Sept. 29th        Discussion:                Chapter 3 (Design Principles & Elements)

Assignment:               EXERCISE #2:  P & E Notebooks

 

                        Oct 1st             Discussion:                Chapter 3 (Design Principles & Elements)

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WEEK 3:         Oct. 6th            Discussion:                Concept, Theme, Creativity & Style

Read:                          Chapter 5

Assignment:               EXERCISE #4:  Concept Boards

                                                                                   

Oct. 8th            DUE:                           PRINCIPLES & ELEMENTS NOTEBOOKS

Discussion:                Chapter 5 (Lighting & Technology)

                                                Read:                          Chapter 4

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WEEK 4:         Oct. 13th            Discussion:                Chapter 4 (Color)

Assignment:               EXERCISE #3:  Color Samples

 

Oct. 15th          DUE:                           CONCEPT BOARDS

Discussion:                Chapter 4 (Color)

                        Read:                          Chapter 13

Vocabulary Review Sheets Posted

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WEEK 5:         Oct. 20th          Discussion:                Chapter 13 (Textiles)

                        Assignment:               EXERCISE # 5 Style Boards

                        Read:                          Chapter 7 & Chapter 10

 

Oct. 22nd         MIDTERM:                 Vocabulary Quiz

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WEEK 6:         Oct. 27th          DUE:                           COLOR NOTEBOOKS

Discussion:                Chapter 7 (Floor Plans & Building Systems)

Chapter 10 (Architectural Details)

ICE:  Bring Sketching Tools

                        Read:                          Chapter 9

           

Oct. 29th          NO CLASS:                COLLEGE ISSUES DAY

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WEEK 7:         Nov. 3rd            Discussion:                Chapter 9 (Furniture Selection)

                                                Read:                          Chapter 8

 

Nov. 5th            DUE:                           DESIGN STMT.’S & CONCEPT TITLES Discussion:                  Chapter 8 (Furniture Arrangement)

Read:                          Chapter 6                   

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WEEK 8:         Nov. 10th          FIELD TRIP:               MASINS

 

Nov. 12th          DUE:                           STYLE BOARDS

Discussion:                Chapter 6 (Space Planning)

ICE: Bring Furniture Templates

Read:                          Chapter 11

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WEEK 9:         Nov. 17th          Discussion:                Chapter 11 (Walls)                                                                                                                                        Chapter 10 (Architectural Details)

 

Nov. 19th          DUE:                           DESIGN AWARENESS REPORTS

                                                Discussion:                Chapter 11 (Windows)

                                                                                    Chapter 10 (Architectural Details)

                                                                                    ICE:  Bring Sketching Tools

                        Read:                          Chapter 12

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WEEK 10:       Nov. 24th          FIELD TRIP:               ECOHAUS

 

                        Nov. 26th          Discussion:                Chapter 12 (Flooring) 

Read:                          Chapter 2

 

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WEEK 11:       Dec. 1st            Discussion:                Universal Design & Sustainable Design

 

Dec. 3rd           DUE:                           FINAL PROJECTS

Discussion:                Chapter 2 (Special Considerations in Design)

Vocabulary Review Sheets Posted

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WEEK 12:       Dec. 10th         FINAL EXAM from 11:30 to 1:20

                        Pick-Up Final Projects

                                                Course Evaluations   

 

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS 

YOU MADE IT THROUGH THE QUARTER!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


CLASS DESCRIPTION:  This class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. to 2:40 p.m. for the afternoon section.  Class sessions will include lectures, slide presentations, videos and in-class exercises.  The course work combines projects and exams.

 

 

REQUIRED TEXT & SUPPLIES:

 

Interiors: An Introduction by Nielson and Taylor.  The textbook is also on reserve in the Interior Design Library in L-114.

 

Green plastic furniture template available in the BCC Student Art Store located in the C building.

 

Various papers, 8”x10” Artfolios or spiral binding, interior design magazines & finish materials (fabric, tile, carpet, paint samples etc.), 15”x20” foam-core boards, misc. cutting tools and adhesives.  Most finish materials are available for free in the Student Design Lab in L-115.

 

Color Wheel available in the BCC Student Art Store located in the C building is optional.

 

 

PURPOSE OF THE COURSE:

1.      To acquaint you with the interior design profession and to provide some of the information necessary for becoming an Interior Designer.

2.      To help you decide if you want to become an Interior Designer.

3.      To help you understand the relationship of design fundamentals to the study and practice of Interior Design.

4.      To help you analyze your own design problems.

 

 

CLASS REQUIREMENTS:

1.      Daily attendance and on-time arrival.  We will cover a vast amount of material and it is essential that you be on time and present for each class.  If you miss more than four class sessions, you will be asked to withdraw from the course in accordance with the Arts & Humanities Division attendance policies.

2.      Responsive and pro-active participation in class discussions & in-class exercises.  You will be graded on your participation in class discussion and in-class group activities.  In addition, each student must work for a cumulative of two hours in the sample room during the quarter to help Cheryl maintain an organized space.  Your attendance will count toward participation points as well.

3.      Late assignments will not be accepted and zero points will be given for the assignment/s not turned in on time.  If you are experiencing an emergency situation that prevents you from turning in your work, it is your responsibility to notify me ASAP to make an alternate arrangement.

4.      PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATION & NEATNESS COUNT!  All work must be neat

and organized with great attention paid to workmanship and details.  Points will be

deducted for messiness.  

5.   It is your responsibility to let me know if you are having trouble understanding a

concept or assignment.  Any students struggling with this course should see me as soon as possible for a little extra help.  This includes anyone having difficulty reading, writing or understanding English and anyone who has additional questions not answered in class.  I am happy to help you as much as possible, so please feel free to ask me for help if you need it.

6.   Please turn off all cell phones and pagers during class.

7.      Talking amongst students during lecture is not acceptable.  If you have something

pertinent to share with the class, please raise your hand and do so.  Otherwise, I expect your complete and full attention during class time.


 

 

GRADING:  Grades will be based on a percentage of points accumulated during the quarter.

           

LETTER GRADE                PERCENTAGE                      POINT TOTAL

A                                  94% – 100%                            282 – 300

                        A-                                 90% – 93%                              270 – 281       

                                                           

B+                               87% – 89%                              261 – 269 

                        B                                  84% – 86%                              252 – 260

                        B-                                80% – 83%                              240 – 251

           

C+                               77% – 79%                              231 – 239

                        C                                 74% – 76%                              222 – 232

                        C-                                70% – 73%                              210 – 221

 

D+                               67% – 69%                              201 – 209

D                                 64% – 66%                              192 – 200

D-                                60% – 63%                              180 – 191

 

F                                  Below  60%                             Below 180

 

 

No incomplete grades will be given at the end of the quarter. 

You must earn a C- or better to pass this course and meet department standards.

Students cannot pass this course without attending class, turning in assigned homework and passing exams.

 

Total Points Available:  300

(175 points total for projects, 100 points total for exams & 25 points for participation)

 

 

MISCELLANEOUS

 

Please read Student Procedures and Expectations

            http:/www.bcc.ctc.edu/artshum

 

Accommodations:

            If you require accommodations based on a documented disability, have emergency medical information to share, or need special arrangements in case of an emergency evacuation, please let me know as soon as possible.  If you would like to inquire about becoming a DSS student, please call (425) 564-2498 or go to RM. B132 Disability Support Services.

 

Course Documents:

When appropriate, I will post course info, course documents and/or additional course information to myBCC.net.  Each student may access the course information through their individual myBCC account.  In unforeseen circumstances, like weather issues, I will notify the class of any important info by posting it to our class site on myBCC.net.

 

Changes:

            The instructor reserves the right to make additions and/or corrections to the course content and the course syllabus as needed throughout the quarter.  All changes will be announced in class and posted to the course site at my.BCC.net.


DUE DATES AT A GLANCE

 

 

Wednesday        10/ 8           Principles & Elements Notebooks (30 pts.)

 

Wednesday        10/15                   Concept Boards (10 pts.)

 

MONDAY            10/27                   Color Notebooks (30 pts.)

 

Wednesday        11/ 5           Client Profile & Design Statement

Rough Drafts (10 pts.)

 

Wednesday        11/12                   Style Boards (30 pts.)

 

Wednesday        11/19                   Design Awareness Reports (15 pts.)

 

Wednesday        12/ 3           Final Projects (50 pts.)

 

 

 

FIELD TRIP INFO

 

Masins in Bellevue

10708 Main St.

Bellevue, WA  98004

www.masins.com

(425) 450-9999

 

 

Ecohaus (formerly The Environmental Home Center)

4121 1st Ave. South

Seattle, WA  98134

http://www.environmentalhomecenter.com

206-682-7332