Master Course

Curriculum

Interior Design
Design Studio I
Design Studio II
Furniture Design
Independent study in Interior Design
Developing Successful Portfolio
Diploma Project

*Curriculum would be changed without prior notice.

Professor

Course Schedule

17 Oct. 2011 / 8 Jun. 2012

15 Oct. 2012 / 7 Jun. 2013

Language

Italian or English or Spanish

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The Master in Interior Design at Accademia Riaci is a full-time program with a focus on advanced studio and academic research in history, theory and methods as they relate to an interdisciplinary approach to interiors and design. The Master program is of particular interest to graduates of various design programs and to practitioners in interior design, architecture and other related disciplines who wish to pursue post-professional study. An interdisciplinary approach to design is increasingly a requisite for professional advancement as designers attempt to satisfy the complex requirements of contemporary architectural and interior environments. The curriculum is formulated to expand understanding of different design disciplines, with special emphasis on their interdependence. There are four components to the program: a core design studio sequence, furniture design, lectures/seminars and projects. The core design studio sequence consists of a series of experiences of increasing complexity culminating in the thesis project. Each student must demonstrate originality, research and design skills, and creative capacity to resolve advanced problems in design. The thesis is presented to a graduate faculty jury for evaluation.

One-Year Course / Semester Course

Curriculum

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Interior Design
Art History
Color Theory
Three Dimentional Design
Foundation Drawing and Painting
Introduction to Art
Interior Design Studio
Laws, Codes, & Standards
Lighting Design
Furniture Design
Product Design
Portfolio / Business Practices
Independent study in Interior Design 

Furniture Design
Art History
Color Theory
Three Dimentional Design
Foundation Drawing and Painting
Introduction to Art
Furniture Design Studio
Lighting Design
Interio Design
Professional Practices in Furniture Design
Furniture Design Portfolio
Presentation Technique
Independent Study in Furniture Design 

Interior Coordinate
Art History
Color Theory
Three Dimentional Design
Foundation Drawing and Painting
Introduction to Art
Interior Coordinate Studio
Laws, Codes, & Standards
Product Design
Furniture Design
Lighting Design
Presentation Technique
Portfolio / Business Practices
Independent Study in Interior Coordinate

*Curriculum would be changed without prior notice.

Professor

Course Schedule

One-Year Course

17 Oct. 2011 / 8 Jun. 2012

15 Oct. 2012 / 7 Jun. 2013

Semester Course

17 Oct. 2011/ 24 Feb. 2012

27 Feb. 2012 / 8 Jun. 2012

15 Oct. 2012 / 22 Feb. 2013

25 Feb. 2013 / 7 Jun. 2013

Language

Italian or English or Spanish

Remarks column

The Interior Design, Furniture Design and Interior Coordinator in One-Year program concerns itself with the interior spaces of buildings, emphasizing the physical, psychological, and social needs of people at work and leisure. Interior or Furniture designers or Interior Coordinator must understand a client’s interactions within society and be capable of translating this understanding into appropriate and inspiring designs for interior environments. In practice interior or Furniture designers, or Interior Coordinator execute projects for the whole spectrum of human activities such as offices, shops, hotels, restraints, resorts, hospitals, schools, and residential interiors. In preparation for this wide range of design opportunities, the interior designer needs academic grounding in basic problem-solving, formal design skills, and pertinent historical and technical knowledge. Each level of the student’s education engages knowledge and skills in problem discovery and resolution, critical and imaginative thinking, communication, and technology. As an interior or furniture Design, or Interior Coordinate student, you’ll develop an understanding of how human beings inhabit and experience spaces. You will become fluent in the expression of the elements and principles of interior design: point line, shape, form, color, and light, texture, time, rhythm, balance, scale, proportion, harmony, unity. Interior design is a competitive field, and your portfolio is crucial. Students are encouraged to graduate with both a traditional portfolio and a CD-ROM, video or web page version.

Basic Course

Curriculum

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Interior Design Course
Art History I
Art History II
Color Theory I
Foundation Drawing and Painting I
Introduction to Art I
Art History III
Color Theory II
Foundation Drawing and Painting II
Introduction to Art II
Survey of Interior Design
Drawing
2-D/Three-Dementional Design
Interior Design Studio I
Construction Material Methods
Laws, Codes & Standards
Lighting Design
Interior Design Working Drawings
Professional Practice
Residential Design
Furniture/Finishes/Fixtures/Textile
Furniture & Product Design
Interior Design Studio II
Presentation Technique
Portfolio/Business Practices
Independent Study in Interior Design
Diploma project

Furniture Design Course
Art History I
Art History II
Color Theory I
Foundation Drawing and Painting I
Introduction to Art I
Art History III
Color Theory II
Foundation Drawing and Painting II
Introduction to Art II
Survey of Furniture Design
Drawing I
2-D/3-D Design
Drafting/Introduction to Furniture Design
Ornaments
Detailing
Furniture Construction
Furniture Rendering
Furniture Design I
Materials and Techniques
Furniture Design II
Professional Practices in Furniture Design
Furniture Design Presentation
Furniture Design Portfolio
Independent Study in Furniture Design
Furniture Thesis

Interior Coordinate Course
Art History I
Art History II
Color Theory I
Foundation Drawing and Painting I
Introduction to Art I
Art History III
Color Theory II
Foundation Drawing and Painting II
Introduction to Art II
Survey of Interior Design
Drawing
2-D/3-D Design
Interior Design Studio I
Construct Material Methods
Laws, Codes & Standards
Lighting Design
Interior Design Working Drawings
Professional Practice in Interior 
Coordinate
Furniture/Finishes/Fixtures/Textile
Residential Design
Furniture Product Design
Interior Design Studio II
Presentation Technique
Portfolio/ Business Practices
Independent Study in Interior -Coordinate
Thesis Project

*Curriculum would be changed without prior notice.

Professor

Course Schedule

17 Oct. 2011/ 7 Jun. 2013

15 Oct. 2012 / 6 Jun. 2014

Language

Italian only

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Through the exploration of the art and architecture of interior design, students solve problems in residential, commercial, public, and special use spaces. Students work closely with faculty in a studio environment similar to the professional, multidisciplinary philosophy and foster the creation of humane environments for people. Visualization and communications skills, as well as a strong technical component, provide a basis for the education of designers who will become creative problem solvers and leaders in various fields of interior design. Individual work experiences and actual and collaborative projects in the community and with industry will expose students to current and future issues.

The program emphasizes design methodology, fabrication skills, and presentation techniques, allowing students to effectively express their design through drawings, models and full-scale finished projects. Regular field trips, along with lectures and seminars by visiting designers, manufacturers and artists, broaden students’ awareness of Interior design issues. Students also have the opportunity to develop ties with the professional design community. Students in the Basic Interior Major may choose their courses of focus from: Interior Design, Furniture Design and Interior Coordination. Graduates prepare for positions in architecture, interior design, visual merchandising, and exhibit design.

Short Course

Instructor

Prof. David Bicci

The instructor was in charge with interior design and architectural design as a chief designer for Ferragamo main store in Florence. He taught at the National Art Academy for 30 years and gained a high remark on his teaching methodology and many excellent designers have grown under his instruction. He is a active leader in Italian design world.

Course Schedule

Art Short Course
Start date: Every Monday.
Course Periods: From October 10th to June 10th
Duration: 2weeks, 4weeks, 8weeks, 12weeks, 16weeks, 24weeks, 32 weeks

Language

Italian or English or Spanish

We can provide interpreters for the following language:
Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Hindu, Russian, French and German.
*Please contact the admission office.

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You will learn not only design conception but also completing final work based on your instructor’s theme such as residential, retail and public facility. The purpose of the lessons is to nurture conception of creativity unique to Italian sensibility. Instructors will give individually tailored advises to each student, therefore we are sure that students with a wide range of backgrounds, whether be beginners or professionals, will be satisfied with instructions. You will learn Italian interior design, which has reputation for having the world’s best sensibility in color, mode and functions. Study individual style in interior decoration lessons after utilizing staircase model. Function project that puts emphasis on function and compatibility with standard for usage, selective solution, various work, show room, offices, residential, etc. Benchmark for Italian design, drafting a pro presentation to Clients. The method is for creating forms and its application to designs.

Summer Course

Instructor

Prof. David Bicci

The instructor was in charge with interior design and architectural design as a chief designer for Ferragamo main store in Florence. He taught at the National Art Academy for 30 years and gained a high remark on his teaching methodology and many excellent designers have grown under his instruction. He is a active leader in Italian design world.

Course Schedule

Summer Course (Intensive)
4 Weeks
7 May. 2012 / 1 Jun. 2012
4 Jun. 2012 / 29 June. 2012
2 July. 2012 / 27 Jul. 2012
3 Sep. 2012 / 29 Sep. 2012
8 Weeks
7 May. 2012 / 29 Jun. 2012
4 Jun. 2012 / 27 Jul. 2012
12 Weeks
7 May. 2012 / 27 Jul. 2012

Language

Italian or English or Spanish

We can provide interpreters for the following language:
Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Hindu, Russian, French and German.
*Please contact the admission office.

Remarks column

You will learn not only design conception but also completing final work based on your instructor’s theme such as residential, retail and public facility. The purpose of the lessons is to nurture conception of creativity unique to Italian sensibility. Instructors will give individually tailored advises to each student, therefore we are sure that students with a wide range of backgrounds, whether be beginners or professionals, will be satisfied with instructions. You will learn Italian interior design, which has reputation for having the world’s best sensibility in color, mode and functions. Study individual style in interior decoration lessons after utilizing staircase model. Function project that puts emphasis on function and compatibility with standard for usage, selective solution, various work, show room, offices, residential, etc. Benchmark for Italian design, drafting a pro presentation to Clients. The method is for creating forms and its application to designs.