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.