Module Details

Module Code: ARCH6060
Title: Design Studio Primer
Long Title: Design Studio Primer
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 5810 - Architecture & Urban Environment
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides an introduction to simple spatial design. It also introduces the student to the processes that are commonly used to organise and support study, research, analysis and studio design projects in interior architecture.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Evaluate their existing skills and their need to acquire skills.
LO2 Work effectively in a group and evaluate the group processes.
LO3 Identify and model the formal and spatial qualities of a given environment.
LO4 Plan, prepare and deliver an effective presentation.
LO5 Apply fundamental theory and logic of design through initial stages of the design process.
LO6 Record, formulate and progress original ideas and concepts based on personal research of form and texture.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
not applicable
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Interior architecture
Perception and analysis of interior space. Simple domestic space design. Space planning. Analysis of everyday tasks. Experiencing contemporary and historic architecture and design through site visits.
Design Theory and practice
studies in proportion, form, texture and surface. Primary elements - point, line and plane. Basic concepts of solid geometry, mass and volume. Introducing the design process and how a design is developed through stages. Natural light and its effect on materials. Modelmaking in card as a design tool. Conceptualization through abstract study of natural form.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 3 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Introductory project - observing more closely the built environment around us and learning to see rather than just look.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 5,6
Assessment Description
Creativity project - design fundamentals. Using graphic 2D and 3D, non-literal motifs to describe atmosphere and ambiance
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 3,4,5
Assessment Description
Simple domestic spatial design I. creating specific individual spaces within the domestic environment
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 5,6
Assessment Description
Simple domestic spatial design II. Creating spaces that use natural light and its effect on material selection, for example a small gallery space.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Studio based learning Every Week 1.00 1
Tutorial Contact Group tutorial Every Week 0.50 0.5
Tutorial Contact Individual tutorial Every Week 0.50 0.5
Independent Learning Non Contact Research and development of studio project Every Week 12.00 12
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Studio based learning Every Week 1.00 1
Tutorial Contact Group tutorial Every Week 0.50 0.5
Tutorial Contact Individual tutorial Every Week 0.50 0.5
Independent Learning Non Contact Research and development of studio project Every Week 12.00 12
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Tomris Tangaz. (2018), The interior design course. principles practices and techniques for the aspiring designer, revised. Thames and Hudson, London, [ISBN: 0-500-29447X].
  • Frank D. K. Ching. (2007), Architecture, form, space & order, 3rd. John Wiley & Sons, New York, [ISBN: 0-471-28616-8].
  • de Sausmarez. (2007), Basic Design - The Dynamics of Visual Form, revised. A and C Black, London, [ISBN: 0-7136-8366].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • interiors, Wallpaper magazine.
  • interiors, Elle Decoration magazine.
  • interiors, World of Interiors Magazine.
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_DINAR_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Interior Architecture 1 Mandatory
CR_DIARC_7 Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture 1 Mandatory