Course

10304174 Home Decorating I
Course Information
Description
In this course students will learn how to field measure a space and then using basic tools, draw a floor plan for client presentation. Other topics include understanding floor plans and symbols, how to use a drawing scale and presentation methods for the home decorator. Basic furniture planning and layout are also covered and included is an overview of the design process.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Demonstrate understanding of architectural scales
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing architectural scale exercises
    Criteria
    you demonstrate an understanding of various scales and their use

  2. Demonstrate an understanding of residential floor plan documentation
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing an analysis of a residential floor plan
    by completing a floor plan exercise
    Criteria
    analysis accurately identifies floor plan symbols
    analysis accurately identifies dimensions
    analysis accurately identifies types of floor plans - electrical, furniture, partition
    exercise demonstrates the correct use of drawing type
    exercise demonstrates the correct drawing standards
    exercise demonstrates an understanding of architectural scale

  3. Apply standard drawing communication methods to sketched floor plans
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing a sketched floor plan project
    Criteria
    project demonstrates the correct use of drawing type
    project demonstrates the correct drawing standards
    project demonstrates an understanding of architectural scale

  4. Understand how to accurately measure existing interior field conditions
    Assessment Strategies
    by accurately measuring an interior space
    Criteria
    you utilize a tape measure to verify field of an existing space
    you sketch a floor plan with field measured dimensions

  5. Identify client space needs and room function
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing a client needs survey and interview
    Criteria
    survey and interview collects appropriate and useable information from client
    survey and interview results can be applied to course assignment(s)

  6. Create appropriate furniture layouts to meet client wants and needs
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing a residential room planning project
    Criteria
    project meets client wants and needs
    project demonstrates ability create multiple solutions to design problem
    project illustrates understanding of standard furniture clearances and layouts
    project is neatly executed

  7. Discuss space planning applications for home staging
    Assessment Strategies
    by completing an in-class activity
    Criteria
    you compare and contrast the effectiveness of staged interiors