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FI-D PID-85 Introducere in arhitectura de interior si design.pdf

Department:

Interior Design and Design

Course Leader:

lect. Cristia Chira

Learning outcomes:

General objective:
The course aims to familiarise students with the specific nature and complexity of the interior architect’s profession through an integrated approach that combines theoretical, professional, and creative components, fostering critical and responsible thinking within the field.

Specific objectives:
By the end of the course, the student will be able to:

understand the structure and stages of academic formation, from preliminary study to the diploma project;

comprehend the logic of the design process, from concept development to visual communication;

relate material, atmosphere, and emotion in formulating an interior architecture concept;

identify and apply principles of sustainability and innovation within the design process;

demonstrate a reflective, critical, and responsible attitude towards their own professional development and the contemporary context of the profession.

Content:

The course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of Interior Architecture and Design, familiarising students with the specific nature of the profession and the main stages of academic and professional formation. It addresses, in a coherent sequence, topics such as the structure of studies and the pathway towards the diploma project; professional orientation and the role of complementary activities – workshops, summer schools, volunteering, and office internships; the initial stages of an interior architecture project, from the brief and analysis to concept formulation. Essential themes include the creative process, the relationship between material, perception, and atmosphere, and the role of narrative in achieving spatial expressiveness. The course also integrates principles of sustainability, recycling, and biophilia, exploring current directions in innovation and intelligent design. It concludes with discussions on professional ethics, the challenges of the profession, and reflection on the student’s future development as a responsible and creative practitioner.

Teaching Method:

Teaching is conducted through theoretical lectures, visual presentations, and interactive discussions, complemented by applied examples and individual reflection exercises. Each topic is approached in an interdisciplinary manner, emphasizing the connection between theoretical concepts and the practical aspects of interior architecture and design. The course employs participatory methods—case studies, visual analyses, and debates—designed to stimulate critical thinking and active student engagement. Dialogue and the integration of theory with professional experience are encouraged through multimedia presentations, digital resources, and contemporary examples from the field.

Assessment:

Evaluation is based on theoretical knowledge, active participation in class, and the ability to apply concepts through individual exercises and reflections. The main component is a summative assessment consisting of a written and drawn test that evaluates the understanding of fundamental concepts and the student’s critical analysis skills (70% of the final grade). Intermediate activities—reflection sheets, short essays, participation in discussions, and applied exercises—contribute 20% to the final grade. Consistent attendance and active engagement in the learning process account for the remaining 10%. Access to the final evaluation requires attendance at a minimum of 25% of the scheduled sessions.

Bibliography:

Pile, John F. History of Interior Design. John Wiley & Sons, 2013.

Zumthor, Peter. Atmospheres. Birkhäuser, Basel, 2006.

Pallasmaa, Juhani. The Eyes of the Skin: Architecture and the Senses. Wiley, 2012.

Coles, John. The Fundamentals of Interior Architecture. AVA Publishing, 2007.

Cantacuzino, George Matei. Introduction to the Study of Architecture. Paideia, 2002.

Notes:

The course has an interactive and applied character, structured around thematic sessions that combine theoretical presentations with the analysis of real situations. Some classes take place outside the university, in relevant professional environments such as design centres, studios, showrooms, or exhibitions. Students engage in discussions with invited professionals and are encouraged to explore the direct relationship between theory, practice, and the experience of built enviroment.