10304123Studio 2 - Space Planning
Course Information
Description
This course introduces foundational concepts and methods of planning and arranging spaces and furnishings for both residential and commercial interior environments. Emphasis will be placed on human factors, codes, universal design and professional standards emphasizing the design process.
Total Credits
3
Prior Learning Assessment
  • Experiential-Portfolio
Course Competencies
  1. Examine human factors and how they affect design decisions
    Assessment Strategies
    Case Study, Project, Presentation, and/or Written Product
    Criteria
    Identify the human factors to consider when designing
    Correlate human factors to specific design decisions
    Apply human factors to phases of the design process (programming, schematic design, and design development)
    Compare design decisions within commercial and residential spaces

  2. Analyze codes, regulations, and standards as they relate to planning interior spaces and furniture arrangements
    Assessment Strategies
    Case Study, Project, Presentation, and/or Written Product
    Criteria
    Identify components and standards of means of egress
    Describe the minimum standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as they apply to the design of commercial facilities
    Explain the principles of universal design within commercial and residential facilities
    Interior space plan incorporates effective means of egress
    Interior space plan meets ADA requirements, if applicable
    Furniture arrangement incorporates features of universal design

  3. Transform CONCEPTS and ideas into concrete designs
    Assessment Strategies
    Case Study, Project, Presentation, and/or Written Product
    Criteria
    Use idea generator tools
    Identify concept statements, project goals and inspiration images
    Concept statement addresses target inspiration, mood, color, material, and functionality
    Concept found through execution of design solution

  4. Use the design PROCESS
    Assessment Strategies
    Case Study, Project, Presentation, and/or Written Product
    Criteria
    Create three-dimensional sketches
    Apply process drawings and adjacencies—concept 3D sketches, adjacency matrix, bubble diagrams, and block plans
    Space plan includes elevations, sections, FF&E selection, FF&E plans, reflected ceiling plans, and preliminary finish selections
    Identify materials, furniture, and/or finishes

  5. Execute space PLANNING AND DESIGN
    Assessment Strategies
    Case Study, Project, Presentation, and/or Written Product
    Criteria
    Space planning meets criteria for:
    Clearances and adequate circulation
    Code requirements
    Accessibility guidelines
    Client goals and expectations
    Incorporate originality, innovation, and CREATIVITY—unique elements that have not been seen before
    Apply problem-solving conventions and methods typical for the industry

  6. Create an effective design solution
    Assessment Strategies
    Case Study, Project, Presentation, and/or Written Product
    Criteria
    Design solution incorporates human considerations to maximize safety, health, and productivity
    Design solution meets code, ADA requirements, and universal design guidelines
    Design solution shows evidence of effective concept integration, process, and planning and design

  7. Deliver a professional presentation
    Assessment Strategies
    Presentation, Written Product
    Criteria
    Process and Solution – Presentation represents a complete project, highlighting the greatest strengths of the project
    Composition - Boards include implied margins, white space, hierarchy, contrast, repetition, balance, readable, size of images are appropriate proportion and scale, unified 2 boards
    Craftsmanship – Scanned images and graphics are straight and clean-looking
    Title Information and Consistency – Boards include readable, identifiable, appropriate text, labels justified consistently, consistent text, professional