An introduction to design thinking and design process

Aims of the course:

1. This short course aims to provide participants with an insight into design, specifically: interior design, interior architecture, design thinking and the physical elements of interior spatial design.
2. It aims to assist participants in developing an open way of thinking about design, interior design and interior architecture, and to provide the opportunity to engage with the various aspects of design as it relates to small and large spaces. It should also help participants connect with interior design and interior architecture in a variety of ways; for example, the analysis of space, developing design objectives, exploring and developing conceptual design, producing a design solution, and discussing issues that surround and affect interior spatial design.
3. The course aims to help participants discover the contextual issues of interior design and interior architecture which are as important as the visual ones. It also aims to provide an understanding of the activities involved in the design of interior spaces. 

Course content overview:

This course is an introduction to the principles and elements of design in the interior spatial design context. It provides a general understanding of design and design activity. The appreciation of how design is experienced is described through topics such as design thinking and the physical elements of interior design and designing. 

Schedule (this course is completed entirely online):

Orientation Week: 18-24 April 2016

Teaching Weeks: 25 April-29 May 2016

Feedback Week: 30 May-5 June 2016

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A Certificate of Participation will be awarded to participants who contribute constructively to weekly discussions and exercises/assignments for the duration of the course.