Module Details

Module Code: ARCH6049
Title: Design Studio Places
Long Title: Design Studio Places
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2021/22 ( September 2021 )
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 the processes involved in the exploration, development and resolution of multi-storey single unit commercial interior architecture design.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Formulate and communicate design strategies for commercial interior architecture projects.
LO2 Make informed decisions regarding 'fit for purpose' materials & finishes responding to a range of sources and design development scenarios.
LO3 Understand and illustrate an awareness of the way technical, environmental, material and constructional strategies inform the design process.
LO4 Identify the social and economic factors pertinent to the development of commercial interior architecture strategies.
LO5 Illustrate an understanding of spatial design across multiple levels.
LO6 Integrate relevant regulations and standards in commercial interior architecture design strategies.
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).
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.
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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
Commercial Food & Retail Interiors
Introduction to the fundamental basics of the design process for multi-level single unit commercial food & retail projects. Emphasis is on research & analysis of exemplary architecture, and focused design development & exploration; in the form of freehand drawing & model making. And on the adaptation & re-use of existing buildings in order to promote an understanding of integrated design solutions that acknowledge structure & form, address technical, functional & visual criteria, and comply with the relevant codes and legislation.
Sketch Model Design
Advanced sketch/study modelling for commercial food & retail projects. Exploration of materials & finishes to communicate design proposals, and make informed design decisions in 3-dimensions. Emphasis is on using the model as a basis for focused spatial & detailed design decisions.
Concept and Detailed Sketch Design
Advanced concept and detailed sketch design proposals for commercial food & retail projects. Brief analysis, and client, end-user & building type profiling. Emphasis is on building/design precedents and the exploration of form, space, material, finishes, colour palettes and detailing in order to illustrate more complex & focused design intent.
Final Design & Presentation
Advanced final design proposals & presentation for commercial food & retail projects. Emphasis is on 'fit for purpose' innovative & sustainable design solutions that meet a specific design brief and programme. And design/graphic representation & oral presentation skills to communicate more complex & detailed design strategies, both verbally and non-verbally for critique and evaluation
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Conceptualise and design a small scale 2-storey commercial/retail interior that illustrates an understanding of detailed design strategies.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Conceptualise and design a multi-level commercial/retail interior that illustrates an advanced understanding of detailed & technical design strategies, and focused design exploration.
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 delivery of module 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 & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Development and completion of studio assignments 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 delivery of module 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 & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Development and completion of studio assignments 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
  • Jennifer Hudson. (2007), Interior Architecture Now, Laurence King, [ISBN: 9781856695206].
  • Philip Jodidio. (2001), Architecture Now - Vol. 1, Taschen, [ISBN: 3822860654].
  • Philip Jodidio. (2002), Architecture Now - Vol. 2, Taschen, [ISBN: 3822815942].
  • Raul A. Barreneche. (2007), New Retail, Phaidon, [ISBN: 9780714844992].
  • Sara Manuelli. (2006), Design for Shopping: New Retail Interiors, Laurence King, [ISBN: 9781856694506].
  • Sean Antoin o Muiri. (2014), Dublin architecture, Gandon Editions Kinsale, [ISBN: 9780948037580].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_DINAR_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Interior Architecture 4 Mandatory
CR_DIARC_7 Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture 4 Mandatory