
Interior Design Fundamentals
Steven B. Webber(Author)
Fairchild Books (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 23. January 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
979-8-7651-0248-0 (ISBN)
Description
Learn the basics of interior design thinking and the design process. Envision yourself in the role of professional designer as you learn about design theory, such as the phases of design, spatial well-being, color theory, history, professional practices, and design practicalities such as finishes, furnishings, lighting, environmental systems, and more. Learning how to think like a designer, and developing a process to do so, will be a valuable skill as you move forward in your studies and career.
New to this Edition
-Chapters have been reorganized to better facilitate the understanding of design processes and outcomes
-Chapter 3 "History of Architecture and Design" provides a streamlined overview of architecture and design history, with particular attention to the post-industrial revolution, and enhanced attention to influential and diverse designers of the modern era.
-Examples from architecture and urban design are woven throughout to show how those areas inform interior environments
Instructor's Resources
-Instructor's Guide provides suggestions for planning the course and using the text in the classroom, supplemental assignments, and lecture notes
-Test Bank includes sample questions for each chapter
-PowerPoint (R) presentations include images from the book and provide a framework for lecture and discussion
New to this Edition
-Chapters have been reorganized to better facilitate the understanding of design processes and outcomes
-Chapter 3 "History of Architecture and Design" provides a streamlined overview of architecture and design history, with particular attention to the post-industrial revolution, and enhanced attention to influential and diverse designers of the modern era.
-Examples from architecture and urban design are woven throughout to show how those areas inform interior environments
Instructor's Resources
-Instructor's Guide provides suggestions for planning the course and using the text in the classroom, supplemental assignments, and lecture notes
-Test Bank includes sample questions for each chapter
-PowerPoint (R) presentations include images from the book and provide a framework for lecture and discussion
More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
377 colour illus
Dimensions
Height: 280 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
1180 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-7651-0248-0 (9798765102480)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Steven Webber is Assistant Professor in the Department of Interior Architecture at Florida State University. He holds NCIDQ certification and is a LEED-AP and member of IDEC and EDRA. Prior to teaching, he practiced in the fields of architecture and interior design for several firms including Gensler.
Content
1. Introduction
2. The Foundation of Design: Design Thinking and the Elements and Principles of Design
3. Color Theory
4. History of Architecture and Design
5. Spatial Well-being
6. The Design Process
7. Planning
8. Contextual Factors of the Built Environment
9. Furnishings: Millwork, Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment
10. Finishes
11. Lighting
12. Built Environment Support Systems
13. Professional Practice of Interior Design
2. The Foundation of Design: Design Thinking and the Elements and Principles of Design
3. Color Theory
4. History of Architecture and Design
5. Spatial Well-being
6. The Design Process
7. Planning
8. Contextual Factors of the Built Environment
9. Furnishings: Millwork, Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment
10. Finishes
11. Lighting
12. Built Environment Support Systems
13. Professional Practice of Interior Design