An advanced studio teaching the student to solve problems of a complex nature. Developing the spatial envelope of a multilevel space for a mixed use project, students will design the space using concepts and skills learned in prior studios. The course includes lectures, demonstrations and critiques of works-in-progress. Digital boards and construction documents are created in this class.
Studio where students will put the polishing touch on their portfolios. Advanced portfolio styles and alternate portfolio presentation methods will be studied.
Students study the art of historical detail and preservation of houses in California. Research and preservation methods are studied.
Continuation of architectural computer drafting with emphasis on interior design, using AUTOCAD software and Windows.
Introduction to architectural computer drafting with emphasis on interior design, using AUTOCAD software and Windows.
Study of sustainable environments, quality of life issues and the “smart house”-use of computers and electronics in buildings.
An overview of building codes required in commercial installations.
Learn skills required for production of digital presentation boards, management of image files, printing and integration of AutoCad into image files.
Study of the design of health care facilities. The class is part lecture and part studio with a set of working portfolio boards completed for the final. Specification writing is also covered.
Introduction to architectural computer drafting with emphasis on interior design, using AUTOCAD software and Windows.