Sep 20, 2026  
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

IND 216 Design Studio: Residential

Credits: (4)
Students are expected to apply their knowledge of basic design principles, concepts, and processes to analyze and solve residential interior design problems. Students study and apply principles of programming, space planning, and elements of design to create functional, attractive, accessible and sustainable residential interiors. Special emphasis is placed on kitchen and bath design and NKBA guidelines and standards. Oral presentation and manual and digital graphic 2D and 3D techniques are utilized to communicate project solutions. This class meets 6 hours per week. Prerequisite(s): ARH 111 /IND 111 ,ARH 120 /IND 120 , and ARH 171 /IND 171 . Co-requisite(s): IND 247  or permission of department.

Learning Outcomes
  1. Apply the design process, critical thinking, and problem-solving techniques by employing design principles, concepts, and elements of design introduced in previous courses.
  2. Evaluate and implement client program requirements.
  3. Select appropriate materials, lighting, colors, furniture, furnishings, and equipment for a given project, while incorporating an understanding of how basic mechanical, electrical, and lighting systems are integrated into kitchen and bath designs.
  4. Apply NKBA kitchen and bath planning guidelines, access standards, presentation, and drawing standards.
  5. Create a well-crafted presentation using manual and digital 2D and 3D presentation techniques.