Studio investigations of space design at small scale while exploring properties of basic materials. Development of conceptual thinking.
- Subject
- IAR
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Catalog
- 2026-27 University Catalog
- Source
- catalog.uncg.edu
73 courses with the subject IAR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Studio investigations of space design at small scale while exploring properties of basic materials. Development of conceptual thinking.
Studio investigations of space design at small scale while exploring properties of basic materials. Development of conceptual thinking.
Study and application of basic drawing processes for the purpose of enhancing perceptual awareness and developing visual communication and analysis skills.
Continued directed drawing experiences intended to extend basic visual communication skills into compositional principles, color theory and application, technical drawing systems and techniques, and industry standards.
This course will provide an overview of sustainable design and the various systems that contribute to it, including the building arts, business, logistics, manufacturing, and energy production.
Studio investigations of spaces as articulated by the interaction of individual and place. Emphasis placed on cognitive understanding of design process, light and color, construction systems, and ongoing study of materials.
Studio investigations of spaces as articulated by the interaction of individual and place. Emphasis placed on cognitive understanding of design process, light and color, construction systems, and ongoing study of materials.
Two- and three-dimensional visual studies related to conceptual and definitive aspects of design process. Exercises aimed at developing a mastery of both technical and non-technical methods of visual communication.
Two- and three-dimensional visual studies related to conceptual and definitive aspects of design process. Exercises aimed at developing a mastery of both technical and non-technical methods of visual communication.
Survey of design forms evolved in response to humankind's needs for community, architecture, furnishings, and artifacts, with development from prehistoric to modern eras in cultural, political, and technological contexts.
Survey of design forms evolved in response to humankind's needs for community, architecture, furnishings, and artifacts, with development from prehistoric to modern eras in cultural, political, and technological contexts.
This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings.
Studio investigations of increasingly complex spaces as articulated by the interaction of individual and place. Special emphasis on light, color, materials and structure as aspects of spatial design.
Design investigations of spaces of increasing scale and complexity articulated by the interaction of individual and place. Special emphasis on social/behavioral aspects of interior architecture and responsibilities of designer to society.
Introduction to computer-aided design technology, historical context, and professional use in interior architecture and design. Use of CAD equipment and production of design drawings.
Theories and applications of design thinking and entrepreneurial thinking will be explored. Students interested in innovation and creativity with application ranging from regional to global in practice will benefit.
Introduction to literature and methods of environmental design research as it applies to interior environments.
Study of materials used in interior architecture applications.
Study of interior architecture construction methods, structural systems, and building mechanical systems.
This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings.
Advanced design problems having complex functional, social, and economic implications, with emphasis on problem identification, formulation, and design development.
Studio investigations of multi-function environments incorporating understanding of light, color, materials, structure, and technology. Emphasis on individual competence with respect to design process.
Studio explorations encompassing the full range of interior architecture scale and complexity. Emphasis on individual competence with respect to design process.
Examination of the social and cultural forces affecting the design and use of landscapes and buildings in North America from the colonial period through the mid-twentieth century.
Individual study.
An introduction to the social, economic, and environmental theories and practices that define Public Interest Design, using a literature review and case studies in interior design, architecture, city planning, product design, and other related disciplines.
Independent study of topics of special interest.
Laboratory study with faculty to complete final phases of projects begun in previous semesters including the fabrication or prototyping of studio projects, preparation for design competition, or extended work with community partners.
Investigation of history, current research and subjects of topical interest in environmental design.
Advanced investigation of lighting design. Emphasis on architectural lighting including design process, sustainability, and quality of light.
Study of stylistic and cultural developments in the decorative arts with special concentration on America.
Change in historic preservation theory and practice since the 1800s with emphasis on preservation of built environment, and development of philosophical approach for designers to contemporary preservation projects.
Professional practices in the care and management of historic site and history museum collections, including principles of collection development, object registration, cataloging, and preservation.
Overview of contemporary architectural conservation principles, practice and technology. Field exercises, group projects and investigation of an individual research topic expand upon lectures and readings.
Investigation of business, legal, ethical aspects of professional practice in interior architecture by students, staff, and guest speakers.
The supervised internship provides practical work experience in which students' creative and technical experiences are applied within a project-based design environment.
Material culture as it has been defined and interpreted in the past by scholars from the disciplines of history, anthropology, geography, art history, psychology, linguistics, and archaeology.
Intensive on-site fieldwork experience addressing issues of architectural conservation and historic building technology. Includes methods, techniques, and theories of preservation technology and accepted conservation practices.
With specific attention to how computational tools affect interior architectural design decision-making processes, rigorous examination of their origins, evolution, applications, and significance will be undertaken.
Investigation of materials, methods, and technologies for the design, fabrication, manufacturing, and production of products and components of interior architecture.
Investigation of international design contexts to be formulated in collaboration with faculty and undertaken through study abroad programs.
Advanced design problems having complex functional, social, and economic implications, with emphasis on problem identification, formulation, and design development.
Advanced design problems having complex functional, social, and economic implications, with emphasis on problem identification, formulation, and design development.
Individual study.
An introduction to the social, economic, and environmental theories and practices that define Public Interest Design, using a literature review and case studies in interior design, architecture, city planning, product design, and other related disciplines.
Laboratory study with faculty to complete final phases of projects begun in previous semesters including the fabrication or prototyping of studio projects, preparation for design competition, or extended work with community partners.
Advanced investigation of lighting design. Emphasis on architectural lighting including design process, sustainability, and quality of light.
Study of stylistic and cultural developments in the decorative arts with special concentration on America.
A study of basic furniture forms-chairs, stools, tables, beds, chests-that follows a chronological route from Ancient Egypt to 21st-century Minimalism and examines changes in each historic period.
Focusing on furniture, lighting, and textiles, the course studies trade events, showrooms, retailers, designers, and trade and consumer media all as forces shaping twenty-first-century trends.
Change in historic preservation theory and practice since the 1800s with emphasis on preservation of built environment, and development of philosophical approach for designers to contemporary preservation projects.
Professional practices in the care and management of historic site and history museum collections, including principles of collection development, object registration, cataloging, and preservation.
Overview of contemporary architectural conservation principles, practice and technology. Field exercises, group projects and investigation of an individual research topic expand upon lectures and readings.
Investigation of business, legal, ethical aspects of professional practice in interior architecture by students, staff, and guest speakers.
Intensive on-site fieldwork experience addressing issues of architectural conservation and historic building technology. Includes methods, techniques, and theories of preservation technology and accepted conservation practices.
With specific attention to how computational tools affect interior architectural design decision-making processes, rigorous examination of their origins, evolution, applications, and significance will be undertaken.
Investigation of materials, methods, and technologies for the design, fabrication, manufacturing, and production of products and components of interior architecture.
Supervised professional experience in selected residential, commercial or industrial organizations, public or private agencies in accordance with the major course of study of the student.
This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings.
Individual Study.
Design issues or problems relevant to the individual student's concentration or area of specialization are explored in real or simulated studio projects.
The Capstone Studio Project provides students with the intellectual and organizational skills necessary to carry out and complete a major project as an individual body of applied research. Students will propose, research, develop and then present a project of their choosing.
Examination of the social and cultural forces affecting the design and use of landscapes and buildings in North America from the colonial period through the mid-twentieth century.
Examination and analysis of the relationship of government programs and policies, community and regional planning strategies, and legal case precedents to the field of historic preservation.
Basic principles in the administration of museums, historic sites, and other cultural resources. Subjects include fundraising, personnel and volunteer management, working with board members, and museum law and ethics.
Theory and practice of interpreting history to the public in the context of museums and historic sites. Topics include exhibit planning and technologies, living history, research methods, and audience evaluation.
Advanced skills for identifying questions and methods for accomplishing scholarship in Interior Architecture. Thesis and design projects are planned. Emphasis on process including problem identification, literature review, investigation, and analysis.
Introduction to scholarly methodologies and examination of trends, issues, and theories in Interior Architecture.
May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.
Supervised professional experience in selected museum, historic site, or other professional setting in accordance with the major course of study of the student. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
Required of all candidates for the Master of Science in interior architecture.
This number reserved for experimental courses. Refer to the Course Schedule for current offerings.
Thesis Extension.
Source: University of North Carolina at Greensboro's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61