Interior Design - Georgia Southern University

Interior Design from Georgia Southern University is a Campus Bachelor Design degree that prepares you for a Art and Design career. Philosophy of the Interior Design Program: The philosophy of the Interior Design Program consists of three value statements that provide a rational explanation of the program. The Interior Design Program recognizes the CIDA definition of a professional interior designer as the guiding principle behind the philosophy of the program. The professional interior designer is qualified by education, experience, and examination to enhance the function and quality of interior spaces for the purpose of improving the quality of life, increasing productivity, and protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the public. The professional interior designer: analyzes the client's needs, goals, and life safety requirements. integrates findings with knowledge of interior design. formulates preliminary design concepts that are aesthetic, appropriate, and functional, and in accordance with codes and standards. develops and presents final design recommendations through appropriate presentation media. prepares working drawings and specifications for non-load bearing interior construction, reflected ceiling plans, lighting, interior detailing, materials, finishes, space planning, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment in compliance with universal accessibility guidelines and all applicable codes. collaborates with professional services of other licensed practitioners in the technical areas of mechanical, electrical, and load-bearing design as required for regulatory approval. prepares and administers bids and contract documents as the client's agent. reviews and evaluates design solutions during implementation and upon completion. VALUE STATEMENTS: The interior design faculty values the following concepts that provide the foundation for the interior design philosophy: A Student-Centered Program that nurtures and develops the individual in the pursuit of a professional interior design degree , as well as emphasizes the importance of ethics and accountability. A Learning Environment that provides the knowledge base, the technical skills, and the practical experience that will allow the student to work as a competent interior design professional. Professional Practice Orientation that allows the student to communicate and construct concepts that is relevant to the needs of society and the profession. Mission of the Interior Design Program: The mission of the Interior Design Program defines the end result of the program of study and is grounded in the mission statement of the college and university. The Interior Design Program reflects the mission through the rich learning environment of its preparatory curriculum for those students seeking careers in professional promotion of the health and well being of individuals, families, and communities. The mission of the Interior Design Program is as follows: To provide a professional undergraduate education in order to develop entry-level designers who will have the ability to formulate practical and creative solutions relevant to the needs of the individual, family and community; to provide a broad range of interior design experiences which give the opportunity to develop practical, technical and organizational skills along with aesthetic judgment; to prepare the graduate to be a professional competent interior designer in the southeast region as well as the global community. Goals of the Interior Design Program: The goals of the Interior Design Program address the components identified in the definition of a professional interior designer and any additional components unique to the program. The goal of the Interior Design Program is to provide academic preparation for the entry-level professional designer. To this end, the Interior Design Program embodies the following common goals: 1. Education: to provide a common body of knowledge in interior design through lectures, research, site visits, presentations by design professionals and through a variety of studio projects that are innovative yet in accordance with codes and standards. 2. Practical, technical, and organizational skills with aesthetic discernment: to provide studio projects that require solutions that meet the needs of various clients, thus allowing the student to explore and develop realistic and creative solutions that build on design concepts and develop aesthetic judgment. 3. Professional exposure: to provide the student with the opportunity to interface with contemporary practice through faculty experiences and expertise, industry resources, contact with professionals through site visits, interaction with design advisory boards, exposure to professionals, and the practicum experience. View more details on Georgia Southern University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Design courses.