Interior Design
Bachelor	Length of the Programme: 4	Number of Credits: 240	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF: Level 6

ECTS Course Information Package

School/Faculty/Institute

Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture

Course Code

INT 234

Course Title in English

Detail Design and Materials I

Course Title in Turkish

Detay Tasarımı ve Malzeme I

Language of Instruction

Type of Course

Lecture

Level of Course

Intermediate

Semester

Spring

Contact Hours per Week

Lecture: 3

Recitation: -

Lab: -

Other: -

Estimated Student Workload

130 hours per semester

Number of Credits

5 ECTS

Grading Mode

Standard Letter Grade

Pre-requisites

None

Co-requisites

None

Expected Prior Knowledge

None

Registration Restrictions

Only Undergraduate Students

Overall Educational Objective

To learn the idea of materiality in design, to understand the world of materials as a direct input in design, in relation with detailing principles.

Course Description

The course begins with an introduction to materiality, discussing the role and importance of materials in design of interiors and detailing. Then physical aspects of materials, the relation of the technological development and materials, phenomenological effects of material evolution are introduced followed by a general introduction to the nature of materials and categorizing materials into various ranges, like physical categories such as hard materials, soft materials or according to their sources, such as grown, oil-based or mined, or according to their area of use. Then surface materials used interior design are introduced each week by discussing significant characteristic of the material, going through a wide selection of examples of creative use of the material, and exploring the detailing belonging to that material. The main materials introduced through the course are specific to hard and soft surface materials within historical contexts and through their details. The course is finalized by 4 weeks of studio work where students are expected to materialize and detail their own current design studio works.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) understand the role of materials providing both physical and spiritual dimension in interior design;
2) comprehend the concept of materiality, grasping the diverse qualities of materials such as touch, sound, reflection, etc.;
3) choose appropriate materials and bring them together in a sophisticated way while designing a project through selection and manipulation (diverse treatments) of materials that contribute to specific interior design atmospheres;
4) apply basic tools specific to the field of interior design and to think about and represent materials (such as classification systems, material library, material boards…);

Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4
1) Ability to read, write and speak effectively in Turkish and English, equivalent to a B2 European Language Passport Level in English.
2) Ability to use information and understanding of the perceptive, experiential and behavioral aspects of human – space relationship as an input of interior design.
3) Ability to re-interpret the Interior Design profession under the light of rapidly changing theories and approaches.
4) Ability to develop a personal and critical perspective towards the design of spaces.
5) Ability to effectively implement interdisciplinary design and research principles into the solution of problems in her/his field.
6) Ability to bring together her/his knowledge and insight obtained from various sources into the design of interior design problems in a creative way.
7) Ability to use the ethical methodology necessary to develop sustainable interior design approaches with the perspective of social responsibility.
8) Ability to access and use knowledge towards the development of interior spaces using materials and products within the scope of sustainability.
9) Ability to use entrepreneurship, creative thinking and leadership skills towards developing innovative interior design approaches.
10) Ability to find solutions to interior design problems by developing interdisciplinary approaches and within the context of local, national and global networks.
11) Ability to present design ideas in visual, verbal and written media as well as ability to share ideas using analog and digital techniques in national and international professional circles.
12) Ability to develop sensitive and sustainable design approaches respecting needs of various users, local and regional values, natural and cultural heritage.
13) Ability to design interiors in an integral fashion with building systems.
14) Ability to determine individual learning needs in order to become an intellectual professional and the ability to connect with national and international professionals as well as groups.
15) Ability to develop interior design proposals that are suitable for national and international standards, professional etiquette, regulations and legal procedures.
16) Ability to keep track of contemporary research, inventions, approaches and technologies in order to develop new ways of thinking and creating.
17) Ability to create a difference through design solutions by defining and evaluating social and spatial problems, ability to make those available to the society.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None	S Supportive	H Highly Related

	Program Outcomes and Competences	Level	Assessed by
1)	Ability to read, write and speak effectively in Turkish and English, equivalent to a B2 European Language Passport Level in English.	S	Participation
2)	Ability to use information and understanding of the perceptive, experiential and behavioral aspects of human – space relationship as an input of interior design.	S
3)	Ability to re-interpret the Interior Design profession under the light of rapidly changing theories and approaches.	S
4)	Ability to develop a personal and critical perspective towards the design of spaces.	S	Project
5)	Ability to effectively implement interdisciplinary design and research principles into the solution of problems in her/his field.	S
6)	Ability to bring together her/his knowledge and insight obtained from various sources into the design of interior design problems in a creative way.	S	HW
7)	Ability to use the ethical methodology necessary to develop sustainable interior design approaches with the perspective of social responsibility.	H	Project
8)	Ability to access and use knowledge towards the development of interior spaces using materials and products within the scope of sustainability.	S
9)	Ability to use entrepreneurship, creative thinking and leadership skills towards developing innovative interior design approaches.	H	Project
10)	Ability to find solutions to interior design problems by developing interdisciplinary approaches and within the context of local, national and global networks.	S
11)	Ability to present design ideas in visual, verbal and written media as well as ability to share ideas using analog and digital techniques in national and international professional circles.	S	Presentation
12)	Ability to develop sensitive and sustainable design approaches respecting needs of various users, local and regional values, natural and cultural heritage.	H	Project
13)	Ability to design interiors in an integral fashion with building systems.	S
14)	Ability to determine individual learning needs in order to become an intellectual professional and the ability to connect with national and international professionals as well as groups.	S
15)	Ability to develop interior design proposals that are suitable for national and international standards, professional etiquette, regulations and legal procedures.	S	Project
16)	Ability to keep track of contemporary research, inventions, approaches and technologies in order to develop new ways of thinking and creating.	H	Presentation
17)	Ability to create a difference through design solutions by defining and evaluating social and spatial problems, ability to make those available to the society.	S	HW

Prepared by and Date	ASLI ŞENER , February 2020
Course Coordinator	AKTS1
Semester	Spring
Name of Instructor

Course Contents

Week	Subject
1)	Introduction to materiality The role and importance of materials in design and detailing
2)	History of materials Physical aspects, the relation of the technological development and materials, phenomenological effects of material evolution
3)	Nature of materials Hard materials, soft materials, various ranges.
4)	Surface Materials & Details (wall, floor, ceiling, furniture, fixture) I: Hard Materials (wood, metal, glass, stone, ceramics, synthetics -plastic, vinyl etc., wall papers etc.) Historical background, function, alternative uses, technical properties, 1/10, 1/5, 1/1 detailing and installation methods
5)	Surface Materials & Details (wall, floor, ceiling, furniture, fixture) I: Hard Materials (wood, metal, glass, stone, ceramics, synthetics -plastic, vinyl etc., wall papers etc.) Discussion and criticism of contemporary (international and local) cases of interior design from the perspective of material and detail in design
6)	Surface Materials & Details (wall, floor, ceiling, furniture, fixture) I: Hard Materials (wood, metal, glass, stone, ceramics, synthetics - plastic, vinyl etc., wall papers etc.) Choosing the right materials for the design concept and developing the appropriate details
7)	Surface Materials & Details (wall, floor, ceiling, furniture, fixture) II: Soft Materials (liquids -plaster, paint, clay, cement based, etc., carpets & rugs, textiles -linen, silk, wool, cotton, acetate, acrylic, polyester, nylon, etc.) Historical background, function, alternative uses, technical properties, 1/10, 1/5, 1/1 detailing and installation methods
8)	Surface Materials & Details (wall, floor, ceiling, furniture, fixture) II: Soft Materials (liquids -plaster, paint, clay, cement based, etc., carpets & rugs, textiles -linen, silk, wool, cotton, acetate, acrylic, polyester, nylon, etc.) Discussion and criticism of contemporary (international and local) cases of interior design from the perspective of material and detail in design
9)	Surface Materials & Details (wall, floor, ceiling, furniture, fixture) II: Soft Materials (liquids -plaster, paint, clay, cement based, etc., carpets & rugs, textiles -linen, silk, wool, cotton, acetate, acrylic, polyester, nylon, etc.) Choosing the right materials for the design concept and developing the appropriate details
10)	Student Presentations of different soft & hard materials: properties, application areas, ... Inquiring material samples from material workshops and/or producing companies.
11)	Studio Work
12)	Studio Work
13)	Studio Work
14)	Studio Work
15)	Final Examination Period
16)	Final Examination Period

Required/Recommended Readings

Gesimondo, N. and Postell, J. (2011). Materiality and Interior Construction. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey. Bell, V. B. (2006). Materials in Design. Princeton Architectural Press, New York. Bell, V. B. (2014). Materials in Design 2. Princeton Architectural Press, New York. Lefteri, C. (2014). Material for Design. Laurence King Publishing, London Schröpfer, T. (2011). Material Design.Informing Architecture by Materiality. Birkhäuser, Basel. Schittich, C. (2008). Interior Surfaces and Materials: Aesthetics, Technology, Implementation

Teaching Methods

The course will have presentations by the instructor as well as extensive discussion by the class. The course follows the ‘Flipped classroom’ model, with all the required readings and materials are made available to the students prior to class.

Homework and Projects

1 final assignment, 6 research assignments

Laboratory Work

Computer Use

Yes

Other Activities

Research work, video screening

Assessment Methods

Assessment Tools	Count	Weight
Attendance	1	% 30
Homework Assignments	1	% 25
Paper Submission	1	% 15
Final Examination	1	% 30
TOTAL		% 100

Course Administration

senera@mef.edu.tr
Adjunct Faculty Office, Block A, Floor5
Office: Adjunct Faculty Office, Block A, Floor5, Email: senera@mef.edu.tr Students are required to attend % 80 of the classes in theoretical courses. Consequently, absenteeism exceeding 3 weeks (classes) will result in failure. Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism: YOK Disciplinary Regulation

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity	No/Weeks	Hours			Calculation
	No/Weeks per Semester	Preparing for the Activity	Spent in the Activity Itself	Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours	14	2	3	1	84
Homework Assignments	1	8			8
Midterm(s)	2	8	2		20
Final Examination	1	16	2		18
Total Workload					130
Total Workload/25					5.2
ECTS					5