To bring your design concepts to life, it’s essential to build a solid foundation in construction knowledge. This module provides an in-depth understanding of interior building construction materials and systems, exploring the structural and non-structural elements that together form complete buildings.
You will apply this knowledge to your individual design project, using it as a case study to enhance your design ideas with a deeper technical understanding. Functional and environmental considerations related to building technologies will be explored through the development of 1:20 construction models. The module combines lectures, seminars, and analytical research on building technologies, construction systems, and materials.
Emphasising the interdisciplinary nature of the field, this module highlights the importance of collaboration between building technology experts, architects, interior designers, engineers, and clients.
By the end of the module, you will have gained a strong understanding of key construction principles and emerging technology trends, enabling you to appreciate their influence on design practice.
Lecture: 16 hours
Workshop: 24 hours
10-minute Group Presentation + presentation slides Presentation. Assessment Details: Group Presentation + presentation slides worth 30%.
Approx 500 report words + model Portfolio. Assessment Details: Illustrative Research Report + Physical Research Model worth 70%. This Assessment is Pass Compulsory.
Reassessment Method: Like-for-like
On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:?
1. Show skill in selecting and using the right construction materials, understanding how they support the overall building structure to ensure stability and design consistency. (B3, A3)
2. Use advanced construction and detailing techniques to improve project designs, preparing for more complex design tasks in future modules (B3, B1)
3. Create precise architectural models to scale, showing both practical and environmental aspects of the design, and demonstrating a commitment to sustainable practices. (B2, A3)
4. Combine knowledge from academic studies and practical experience to develop solutions that meet complex design needs in a professional setting, showing how theory and practice come together. (C4, B4)
5. Evaluate the impact of both new and traditional construction technologies on interior design, creating innovative and environmentally friendly solutions. (A3, B3)
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