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Architecture and Interior Design II

Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)

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Architecture and Interior Design II introduces students to business practices and procedures of the interior design industry. This course is designed to provide opportunities for students to explore design project development, business planning and operations, and interior design techniques by applying technology, drawing and digital skills, and elements and principles of design.

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Summarize the history of the interior design industry from 1900 to the presentExplain basic characteristics and uses of textiles in the interior design industryDetermine space, tools, equipment, and furnishings needed to operate a variety of interior design businessesSummarize laws, regulations, and licensure requirements for becoming an interior designerDemonstrate design processes utilized in interior design, including determining the scope of the project, researchExplain how a designer considers and incorporates a client's preferences, values, ideasExplain how choices of housing, home furnishings, and equipment vary according to family characteristics including sizeSelect elements for interior design projects that meet specific client expectationsAssess the impact of architectural details when planning a client design projectCompare historical architectural details to features highlighted in current housing and interior designsEvaluate the function and design of a variety of interior design spaces, including convenience, efficiencyPlan residential spaces that meet a client’s specifications, including providing safety and privacyDevelop a commercial design that incorporates current ADA standards and creates efficient workspacesCompare various materials and finishes used in furniture construction and explain the care required for each oneSketch furnishings and interior spaces to create interior designs that meet client specifications. ofUtilize technology to create an original two- or three-dimensional design that applies the elements
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