Introduction | p. 1 |
Interior Design Practice and Process | p. 2 |
Definition of the Professional Interior Designer | p. 4 |
Interior Design Careers | p. 7 |
The Design Process | p. 9 |
Problem Statement | p. 11 |
Programming | p. 11 |
Preliminary Schematic Design and Concept Development | p. 16 |
Presentation | p. 16 |
Final Design Development and Documentation | p. 17 |
Implementation: Construction and Installation | p. 17 |
Evaluation | p. 17 |
References for Further Reading | p. 18 |
Historical Overview | p. 19 |
Progressive Trends in the Nineteenth Century | p. 20 |
The Arts and Crafts Movement: 1860-1900 | p. 20 |
Currents Outside the Mainstream | p. 23 |
Art Nouveau: 1890-1905 | p. 24 |
Elsie de Wolfe, America's First Professional Decorator | p. 28 |
Frank Lloyd Wright | p. 29 |
Design for the Machine Age: 1900-1930 | p. 31 |
De Stijl: 1917-1931 | p. 32 |
The Bauhaus: 1919-1933 | p. 32 |
Mies van der Rohe | p. 33 |
Le Corbusier | p. 34 |
Art Deco: 1925-1940 | p. 36 |
Modern Design | p. 37 |
Furnishings and Interiors | p. 38 |
Domestic Architecture | p. 42 |
Post-Modern Design and the Preservation Movement | p. 45 |
References for Further Reading | p. 47 |
Foundations of Design | p. 51 |
Design Judgment | p. 52 |
Determinants of Design | p. 53 |
Function | p. 53 |
Materials | p. 55 |
Technology | p. 58 |
Style | p. 60 |
Types of Design | p. 62 |
Structural Design | p. 62 |
Decorative Design | p. 64 |
Discrimination | p. 66 |
References for Further Reading | p. 66 |
Elements: Space, Form, Line, Texture | p. 67 |
Space | p. 67 |
Sensory Perception | p. 68 |
Ordering Systems | p. 69 |
Spatial Illusion | p. 70 |
Form and Shape | p. 73 |
Rectilinear Forms | p. 75 |
Angular Forms | p. 77 |
Curved Forms | p. 78 |
Line | p. 82 |
Texture | p. 83 |
Ornament and Pattern | p. 85 |
References for Further Reading | p. 89 |
Elements: Light and Color | p. 90 |
Light | p. 91 |
Color Theory | p. 92 |
Hue | p. 93 |
Value | p. 95 |
Intensity | p. 98 |
Color Systems | p. 99 |
Munsell | p. 99 |
Ostwald | p. 101 |
Planning Color Harmonies | p. 102 |
Monochromatic | p. 103 |
Achromatic | p. 104 |
Analogous | p. 104 |
Complementary | p. 104 |
Double Complementary | p. 104 |
Split Complementary | p. 106 |
Triad | p. 106 |
Tetrad | p. 106 |
Factors to Consider in Selecting Colors | p. 106 |
Effects of Hue, Value, and Intensity | p. 108 |
Economies with Color | p. 112 |
References for Further Reading | p. 113 |
Design Principles | p. 115 |
Balance | p. 115 |
Symmetrical Balance | p. 117 |
Asymmetrical Balance | p. 118 |
Radial Balance | p. 120 |
Rhythm | p. 121 |
Repetition | p. 121 |
Progression | p. 122 |
Transition | p. 124 |
Contrast | p. 124 |
Emphasis | p. 125 |
Scale and Proportion | p. 128 |
Harmony | p. 132 |
Unity | p. 135 |
Variety | p. 136 |
References for Further Reading | p. 136 |
Designing Residential Spaces | p. 139 |
Human Factors and Special Needs | p. 140 |
Physiological Requirements | p. 141 |
Behavioral Basis of Design | p. 141 |
Ergonomics | p. 141 |
Cultural Influences | p. 142 |
Psychological and Social Needs | p. 144 |
Safety and Architectural Barriers | p. 152 |
Stairs | p. 152 |
Bathrooms | p. 154 |
Kitchens | p. 155 |
Throughout the Home | p. 155 |
Special Needs Populations | p. 158 |
Children | p. 158 |
The Elderly | p. 159 |
The Disabled | p. 162 |
Case Study: A Universal Kitchen Design for the Low-Vision Elderly | p. 163 |
References for Further Reading | p. 167 |
Planning and Design Development | p. 169 |
Programming | p. 170 |
Client Profile | p. 170 |
Functional Goals | p. 177 |
Equipment Needs | p. 177 |
Space Requirements | p. 178 |
Character | p. 178 |
Site and Orientation | p. 179 |
Cost Estimates and Budget | p. 183 |
Analysis | p. 184 |
Concept Development | p. 191 |
Ideation | p. 191 |
Schematics | p. 191 |
Concept Statement | p. 193 |
Design Drawings | p. 193 |
Plans | p. 193 |
Sections, Elevations, and Details | p. 195 |
Axonometric Views and Perspectives | p. 197 |
Specifications and Schedules | p. 198 |
Case Study: Remodel from Second Home ("Ski Cabin" Townhome) to Primary Residence | p. 202 |
References for Further Reading | p. 205 |
Social Zones | p. 206 |
Activities and Spaces | p. 207 |
Greeting Guests | p. 207 |
Conversation | p. 208 |
Reading | p. 212 |
Quiet Games | p. 213 |
Audio-Visual Entertainment | p. 214 |
Active Indoor Entertainment | p. 218 |
Outdoor Entertainment | p. 220 |
Children's Activities | p. 221 |
Dining | p. 222 |
Planning Social Spaces | p. 228 |
Location | p. 228 |
Room Shapes and Sizes | p. 230 |
References for Further Reading | p. 231 |
Work and Support Areas | p. 232 |
Kitchens | p. 232 |
Anthropometrics | p. 234 |
Work Centers | p. 236 |
Storage Space | p. 242 |
Designing the Kitchen | p. 243 |
Utility Spaces | p. 249 |
Laundry Facilities | p. 249 |
Sewing Areas | p. 251 |
Workshops and Garden Rooms | p. 252 |
General Storage | p. 253 |
References for Further Reading | p. 255 |
Private Spaces | p. 256 |
Sleeping and Dressing | p. 257 |
Size of Sleeping Area | p. 260 |
Number, Location, and Layout of Bedrooms | p. 261 |
Storage | p. 262 |
Individual Needs | p. 263 |
Hygiene | p. 266 |
Location, Layout, and Details | p. 268 |
Guest Accommodations | p. 274 |
Home Office and Studio Space | p. 276 |
Case Study: The Home Office | p. 279 |
References for Further Reading | p. 280 |
Floor Plan Selection | p. 281 |
Types of Plans | p. 281 |
Closed Plans | p. 282 |
Open Plans | p. 283 |
Horizontal and Vertical Plans | p. 284 |
Housing Forms | p. 289 |
Multifamily Housing | p. 289 |
Attached Housing | p. 289 |
Single-Family Detached Housing | p. 291 |
Evaluation | p. 291 |
References for Further Reading | p. 295 |
Construction and Materials | p. 297 |
Environmental Issues | p. 298 |
Energy Conservation and Efficiency | p. 300 |
Conservation Measures | p. 300 |
Sustainable Energy Resources | p. 310 |
Indoor Air Pollution | p. 315 |
Sick Building Syndrome | p. 315 |
Health Consequences | p. 315 |
Preservation | p. 317 |
Restoration/Adaptive Reuse/Remodeling | p. 317 |
Endangered Species | p. 322 |
Global Impact of Design Decisions | p. 322 |
References for Further Reading | p. 323 |
Technical Requirements | p. 325 |
HVAC | p. 325 |
Heating | p. 326 |
Ventilation | p. 331 |
Air Conditioning | p. 333 |
Plumbing | p. 334 |
Electrical | p. 337 |
Acoustics | p. 338 |
Safety and Security | p. 343 |
Fire Safety | p. 343 |
Home Security | p. 343 |
Communications | p. 344 |
References for Further Reading | p. 345 |
Wood and Masonry | p. 346 |
Wood | p. 346 |
Forms | p. 349 |
Ornamentation | p. 359 |
Finishes | p. 366 |
Masonry | p. 368 |
Block Materials | p. 370 |
Moldable Materials | p. 378 |
References for Further Reading | p. 381 |
Ceramics, Glass, Metals, and Plastics | p. 382 |
Ceramics | p. 382 |
Clay Bodies | p. 383 |
Form in Ceramics | p. 384 |
Ornamentation | p. 385 |
Glass | p. 387 |
Form in Glass | p. 388 |
Ornamentation | p. 390 |
Architectural Glass | p. 391 |
Mirrors | p. 393 |
Fiberglass | p. 395 |
Metals | p. 395 |
Form and Ornament in Metal | p. 396 |
Plastics | p. 399 |
Families of Plastics | p. 400 |
Environmental Problems | p. 402 |
Form and Ornament in Plastics | p. 403 |
References for Further Reading | p. 405 |
Textiles | p. 406 |
Fibers | p. 407 |
Natural Fibers | p. 409 |
Man-Made Fibers | p. 412 |
Fiber Blends | p. 413 |
Yarns | p. 414 |
Fabric Construction | p. 415 |
Weaving | p. 415 |
Knitting | p. 417 |
Other Constructions | p. 418 |
Finishing the Fabric | p. 420 |
Functional Finishes | p. 420 |
Color Application | p. 421 |
Decorative Finishes and Enrichment | p. 423 |
Glossary of Fabrics and Their Uses | p. 426 |
Sheer | p. 426 |
Lightweight | p. 427 |
Medium Weight | p. 428 |
Heavy Weight | p. 430 |
References for Further Reading | p. 431 |
Interior Components and Treatments | p. 433 |
Walls and Ceilings | p. 434 |
Walls | p. 434 |
Design | p. 436 |
Construction | p. 440 |
Materials and Surfacings | p. 441 |
Fireplaces | p. 458 |
Location | p. 459 |
Appearance | p. 460 |
Materials | p. 461 |
Wood-Burning Stoves | p. 462 |
Ceilings | p. 463 |
Design | p. 463 |
Materials | p. 467 |
Color and Texture | p. 468 |
References for Further Reading | p. 469 |
Floors and Stairways | p. 470 |
Floors | p. 471 |
Finish Flooring Materials | p. 472 |
Selection | p. 492 |
Stairways | p. 494 |
Design and Construction | p. 495 |
References for Further Reading | p. 498 |
Windows and Doors | p. 499 |
Windows | p. 499 |
Types | p. 500 |
Design and Location | p. 501 |
Architectural Composition | p. 506 |
Window Walls | p. 507 |
Window Treatments | p. 511 |
Exterior | p. 511 |
Interior | p. 512 |
Doors | p. 526 |
Types | p. 527 |
Functional Aspects | p. 528 |
Design | p. 530 |
References for Further Reading | p. 530 |
Lighting | p. 532 |
Natural Light | p. 533 |
Artificial Lighting | p. 536 |
Sources | p. 537 |
Types and Uses | p. 541 |
Technical Factors | p. 545 |
Psychological Aspects of Light | p. 551 |
Lighting Fixtures | p. 552 |
Economic Aspects | p. 560 |
Lighting Specific Areas and Activities | p. 560 |
References for Further Reading | p. 566 |
Furniture | p. 568 |
Selecting Furniture | p. 569 |
Utility and Economy | p. 570 |
Beauty and Character | p. 573 |
Furniture Types | p. 574 |
Built-In and Modular | p. 574 |
Beds | p. 577 |
Seating | p. 577 |
Tables and Desks | p. 581 |
Storage Units | p. 584 |
Outdoor Furniture | p. 586 |
Materials and Construction | p. 588 |
Wood | p. 589 |
Metal | p. 591 |
Synthetics | p. 592 |
Upholstered Furniture | p. 593 |
References for Further Reading | p. 597 |
Accessories | p. 598 |
Background Enrichment | p. 602 |
Functional Accessories | p. 603 |
Decorative Accessories | p. 606 |
Plants and Flowers | p. 606 |
Art | p. 609 |
Crafts | p. 613 |
Mass-Produced Accessories | p. 615 |
Location and Background for Accessories | p. 615 |
References for Further Reading | p. 619 |
Professionalism in Interior Design Practice | p. 621 |
Business Matters and Professional Issues | p. 622 |
Preparation for the Profession | p. 625 |
Professional Organizations | p. 629 |
NCIDQ Examination | p. 630 |
Ethics | p. 630 |
Licensing | p. 631 |
Future of the Profession | p. 631 |
References for Further Reading | p. 633 |
Designer Symbols | p. 635 |
Carpet Pile Styles and Selection Guide | p. 640 |
Interior Window Treatments | p. 641 |
Example of Measuring for Draperies | p. 645 |
Luminaires | p. 646 |
Optimum Lamp Positions and Lampshade Heights | p. 650 |
Glossary | p. 651 |
Index | p. 661 |
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