This course is designed for students to gain experience in leadership and project management through community service-oriented projects. Each time the course is run a different organization or community will be the focus of that semester’s project. Student will work in collaboration with the organization and their classmates to make a meaningful impact on the community.

This course is designed for honors students to gain experience in leadership and project management through service-oriented community-based collaborative experiences. Each time the course is run, a different organization or community will be the focus of that semester’s project. Students will work with their classmates and the organization to make a meaningful impact on the community.

The course will introduce students to color and lighting. Students will apply principles of light and color to projects.

The course will introduce students to the interior specialty of hospitality design. Students will understand the principles, elements, and material applications relevant to commercial interiors of the service industry.

The course will introduce students to office design and explore current trends in the contract industry. Students will engage in space planning for the commercial office interior and specify the systems and furnishings to outfit their proposals.

The course will introduce students to materials and specifications for interior design. Students will learn how to select, specify, and apply appropriate materials, finishes and furnishings for interior design projects. Selections will be based on performance, testing, code, sustainability, accessibility, indoor air quality, ergonomics, human health, and safety. At the completion of this course, students will understand the role of materials in supporting design intent, human experience, code requirements, the specification process as part of a contract document set, and the value of lifelong learning in relationship to evolving materials, products, and fabrication technologies.

This course will provide students with an in-depth exploration into the role and value of contract documents for interior design. Students will complete an accurate and detailed set of technical drawings essential for design communication in professional practice. At the completion of this course, students will emerge with a professional portfolio piece showcasing their proficiency in transforming conceptual designs into precise construction documents.