Design Foundations 4 for Interior Design
Adrienne Wright
Assistant Professor, F2-ID Coordinator
awright32@uco.edu
Office Hours via Zoom and Slack:
M/W: 9:00am - 11:30am & T/TR: 9:00am - 11:30am, or by appointment.
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM
DES 1053 CRN 22481
Evans Hall, Room 4
Gia Rose
Artist in Residence
grose1@uco.edu
Office Hours via Slack:
Wednesday 11:30 am – 4:30 pm
or by appointment.
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM
DES 1053 CRN 22479
Evans Hall, Room 9
Course Description:
This course will continue to hone critical thinking, conceptual development, research and
analytical skills as it pertains to both the 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional environment. This is part of a required foundation sequence that will prepare students for DES 2323 and DES 2333. This course will culminate in a Freshman Portfolio Review. Prerequisite(s): DES 1023 and 1033. Enrollment open to design majors only. Concurrent enrollment in DES 1043 is required. For interior design majors concurrent enrollment with DES 2143 is recommended.
Transformative Learning Statement:
At the University of Central Oklahoma, we help students learn by providing transformative experiences so that they may become productive, creative, ethical and engaged citizens and leaders contributing to the intellectual, cultural, economic and social advancement of the communities they serve. In this course the transformative experiences include learning of discipline based knowledge (1), research, creative & scholarly activities (2), and health & wellness (3).
Learning Outcomes:
A student who successfully completes this course will be able to:
-Apply the design principles and elements to solutions.(1)
-Demonstrate the use of the design process through research, and early conceptual work (idea generation through concept sketches, bubble diagrams, mind maps, and criteria matrices) to solve design problems.(1, 2)
-Use hand drafting tools and techniques to communicate design solutions and display proper page layout for interior design working drawings and documents.  (1)
-Practice Interior Design graphics using symbols, dimensioning, orthographic layout, and material representation and relate how these methods act
as two dimensional communication tools within the Interior Design industry, and to begin to understand the integration of building systems.  (1)
-Utilize design markers and colored pencils for creating renderings that are produced quickly with high impact.(1)
-Understand marker and colored pencil techniques for applying color theory.  (1)
-Draw and apply a pattern to a piece of furniture.  (1)
-Build on page layout skills in a digital format. (1)
-Work in a group or team dynamic.  (1)
-Research, analyze, modify, and construct complex 3D objects.  (1, 2)
-Use the design process to work toward a solution through a series of experiments  (2)
-Demonstrate strong craftsmanship using an Xacto knife, ruler, and cardboard along with safe use of materials and tools.  (1, 3)
-Research and practice space planning and the understanding of proper furniture sizes and arrangements for human centered relationships in residential applications, along with ergonomics, anthropometrics, and universal design. This also includes the study of traffic flow within and between spaces.  (1, 2 & 3)
-Temper frustration and work through difficult design and craft problems. (3)
-Create one-point perspective renderings utilizing the grid system.  (1)
Evaluation
Your work will be evaluated according to the following criteria:
-Deadlines: Was the design submitted on time on the due date?
-Concept: Did the design have a strong, inventive, appropriate and identifiable concept/ idea?
-Continuity: Did the design exhibit a smooth, logical thought process and visual?
-Composition: Was the piece well composed, such that the design was visually pleasing and used the elements included to best support the concept? Did the composition carry the message in such a way that the design enabled the message to sing out or did the composition get in the way of the message?
-Hierarchy: Did the design display conceptual hierarchy? Did all elements and the composition itself work to communicate the concept/message to the viewer?
-Originality: Was the solution creative and original, or was it safe and expected?
-Exploration: Was your research of the assignment thorough? Did you explore many potential solutions? Did you create goals, objectives and priorities for your design solution?
-Craft: Was your project crafted well?
-Use of Studio Time:  Did you utilize studio time effectively?  Did you participate in critiques?  Did you ask questions and seek feedback?
-Demonstrated Progress:  Did you work outside of class and come to class prepared to seek critique in order to move forward and progress with your projects?
FOUNDATIONS and the culture of design
These courses are intense. They are designed to set you up for successful completion of the design program which is competitive and performance based. Take advantage of the time to work in class, to get feedback on your work AS YOU’RE DOING IT, so that you have the opportunity to change course if your design is not working. My goal is not to be your jailer, but to guide you through the design process BEFORE the final project is due and it’s too late to make changes. Merely completing a project is absolutely not a guarantee of a passing grade! We are concerned about your success. If you need help ask for it early, don’t wait until the end of the project! You may also visit Sam Ladwig, Foundations Director, with any questions or concerns you may have (sladwig@uco.edu or 405-301-3513).
Keys to success:
Attend class regularly and on time. Meet deadlines. Take thorough notes. Participate in class discussions and critiques. Show a strong sense of concept and design. Do your absolute best on each project and push yourself to do even better on the next project. Strive to be perfect in both concept and craft. Do more than is asked. NEVER settle for good enough! Be inventive! Think! Experiment! Bring a positive, enthusiastic, open mental attitude! Take advantage of this opportunity to be responsible for your own education!
Road to failure:
Don’t come to class. Don’t complete the projects to the absolute best of your ability. Disrupt class often with snide and personal insults directed at students’ work or at them personally. Don’t participate in-class critiques. Decide you want to drop the class but don’t fill out or file the appropriate paperwork by the correct deadline. Panic about your grade at the end of the semester. Don’t ask questions when you have questions and need clarification. Decide you’re not responsible for your own education and expect me to somehow pour the information and necessary practice into your brain. Work habits: These classes require lots of work outside class! As a conservative estimate you should plan to spend 2 hours outside of class for every one hour in class.
Work habits:
These classes require lots of work outside class! As a conservative estimate you should plan to spend 2 hours outside of class for every one hour in class.
Class participation:
You are expected to take an active part in this class. Come prepared to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of your classmates’ work as well as your own. You are expected to offer, as well as accept, constructive criticism. The ability to effectively articulate and explain your ideas and design decisions is a critical skill that you must develop. Treat your classmates professionally at all times.
We will have a critique almost every class period, and when I am not lecturing/critiquing you are expected to be working in class. This allows you the benefit of real time feedback from both your peers and your instructor. Take advantage of your class time; the constant interchange of ideas usually leads to better, stronger design solutions.
Submissions
Projects are due at the start of class on the assigned due date. Projects turned in after that will not be accepted (even one minute late!!). This means you will earn a failing grade on that project. If you will be unavailable on a due date, make arrangements to turn in projects early.
Grades:   
You will eventually be hired based on your portfolio which creative directors will review and compare to other designer’s they’ve seen before hiring someone. Your ability to set yourself apart in concept and execution will determine your success in this field both academically and in the real world.
Grades will be an assessment of how completely you have explored an idea, researched the project, the success of the design in solving the assigned problem, uniqueness, CRAFT, and presentation. All projects are important, so no project is weighted more than the next. Check the project statement at the beginning of each project AND at the tight rough phase to insure that you don’t lose points for not following project guidelines.
Grading scale:
A+100    A  95    A- 90   
B+ 89     B  85    B- 80
C+ 79     C  75    C- 70
D+ 69     D  65   D- 60
F 59 and below
Note: You must hit the break over point on your own. For example: 89.9 is not 90 and will not be rounded up or down. It is what it is.
Attendance and Tardiness During the COVID-19 Pandemic:
Attendance is REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASS MEETINGS. Remember, that every absence is a missed opportunity to learn from the instructor and your peers. However, life can create circumstances that make perfect attendance impossible. If you cannot be in attendance you must let your instructor know as soon as you do. Communicating with your instructor well in advance of any project due date is especially critical.
You are allowed exactly THREE absences. After a third absence points will be deducted from your final grade (5 points from your final grade for the fourth absence, another 5 for the fifth, and so on).
You are here to learn as much as you can. You are here to develop professional habits. You are here to become the best person you can be. This means being present in mind and spirit, but it also means that you do not risk your health or the health of others. No one can make this decision for you, so do not take it lightly. The continuing presence of the COVID-19 virus and variants is unique, so cases of illness, exposure, or quarantine that push you beyond the three absences mentioned above will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Student Professionalism:
As stated above, attendance, as in classes missed, will not directly result in points deducted from your final overall grade. However, professionalism is assessed as a major part of your final grade.
Professionalism Includes:
-On-time and active participation full class periods on remote days.
-On-time and active participation during full class periods on face-to-face days.
-Time Management: Used time in class effectively and met all interim deadlines.
-Preparedness: Bringing/having the proper materials to work in class or remotely.
-Level of Effort: Put the appropriate amount of time into the project.
-Engaged: Asked for help or clarification when necessary.
-Feedback (to others): Provided constructive criticism to others regularly.
-Feedback (from others): Considered constructive criticism from others.
Remember, the classrooms are practice fields as you prepare to enter the design arena, and all these professional behaviors will translate favorably in any workplace.
Guidelines And Policy For Remote Classroom Instruction
The guidelines referring to remote classroom instructions are posted here in case such an arrangement becomes necessary during the semester.
To facilitate learning, promote professionalism, and enhance student participation, the School of Design is implementing the following guidelines for remote classroom instruction. These guidelines support student, peer, and faculty expectations to provide a safe environment while maintaining UCO’s high teaching and learning standards during the COVID pandemic.The schedule for remote instruction will be identified in a supplement that accompanies your class syllabus. Remote days are established for student, faculty, and staff safety to clean and minimize possible COVID exposure throughout the semester.
Technology Requirements
Students must have a device and needed accessories that allow them to see and hear the instructor and class peers.
Slack, Zoom, WebX, and other software identified by the instructor will be used regularly throughout the semester.
Policy
It is the student’s responsibility to inform the instructor of any issues regarding remote classroom instruction. Students should address concerns to the instructor at the beginning of the semester, and if problems occur throughout the course. Students may email the instructor regarding any issues or concerns about the remote classroom.
Student conduct expectations are the same as if you were at the school and are addressed in the Code of Student Conduct 2020-2021. https://www.uco.edu/offices/student-conduct/files/codeofconduct-webfile.pdf
Expect a private conversation with the professor and/or a referral to the Office of Student Conduct with repeated failure to follow expectations and university protocols.
Additional guidelines are contained in the Design Syllabus Addendum, listed on the next page.
School closings or late starts:
In the case of school closing projects will be due at the start of our next regularly scheduled class meeting. In the event of a University declared late start: if the school opens during class time projects are due at the start of the following class period. Example: school opens at 9:45 a.m. so projects for the 9:00 class will be due 9:00 a.m. the following class period. Presentations will be waived, but the work is still due.
Supplies:
Students will purchase materials based on project specifications. In addition to the materials and tools used/purchased last semester, students will use marker paper, cardboard, glue, and presentation board.
Where to buy supplies
Local retailers that carry art and design supplies include Hobby Lobby, Triangle A & E, Michael’s, Office Depot, and Porch School Supply (located at 5200 North Santa Fe Avenue, Oklahoma City). Supplies can also be purchased online DickBlick.com
Additional Expenses will include
-Color copies
-Black and white photocopies
Critique week
All Foundations students will participate in Critique Week at the end of the semester. Students will be responsible for creating a portfolio of their Foundations work for the Foundations 4 class. This means that each student is responsible for collecting all work promptly when it has been graded and neatly storing the work and grade sheets so that they can be easily accessed in the spring. There is more information about Critique Week here
Online information
The Department maintains its own website at UCODesign.com to show student work. You may find it inspirational to visit the site periodically. You should also check the Department of Design Facebook Group for events and other relevant info.
Syllabus, project information, demonstrations, and other relevant content are posted on our departmental Foundations website:
https://foundations.myportfolio.com/
Ask your instructor for the password to the Design Foundations Website
Unclaimed work
Student work will be held until the last day of the semester (Friday of finals week). All work NOT picked up by this deadline will be THROWN AWAY.
Other policies:
No food in the classroom, drinks are acceptable but not on presentation days. Cell phones off and stowed. Do not use spray adhesive in this room or anywhere in the building!
Academic policies
All students are responsible for understanding University and School of Design academic policies and information. For a complete list of these procedures, please refer to the following web pages:
School of Design, University Student Info Sheet and other info can be found here

Regent’s statement on course workload and homework - OSRHE II-2-34:
It is expected that a full-time college student will spend a minimum amount of time each week in class attendance and study out of class approaching a 40-hour workweek. A person employed on a full-time basis should not simultaneously expect to maintain a full-time academic schedule. At the undergraduate level, this means that for each hour in class, a student is expected to spend at least two hours doing homework. For a two credit-hour class, a student is expected to spend four (4) hours per week doing homework.
ADA statement:
The University of Central Oklahoma complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. Students with disabilities who need special accommodations must make their requests by contacting Disability Support Services, at 974-2516. The DSS Office is located in the Nigh University Center, Room 309. Students should also notify the instructor of special accommodation needs by the end of the first week of class.
Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA)
The School of Design seeks to maintain accreditation by CIDA and pursue accreditation by NASAD. Accreditation is a ‘seal of approval’ sought by schools that strive to provide a high quality and rigorous curriculum for their students.
The Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA)
is an independent, non-profit accrediting organization for interior design education programs at colleges and universities in the United States and Canada. For more than 35 years, CIDA has pursued the enrichment of the interior design profession through identifying, developing and promoting quality standards for the education of entry-level interior designers, and then accrediting and supporting educational programs to aspire to those standards.
The National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) was established in 1944 to improve educational practices and maintain high professional standards in art and design education. NASAD is an association of approximately 297 schools of art and design and is the national accrediting agency for art and design and art and design-related disciplines.
Retaining of Student Projects for NASAD and CIDA Accreditation:
The process of accreditation requires universities to provide real examples of student work. For this reason, faculty will frequently request to save work from current courses, and may also ask students to bring in their work to be photographed and/or held until the site visit is completed. All student work is documented in a database with student name and course, and will be held in a secured, off-campus, temperature controlled location. Please photograph all work prior to submitting it for a grade. All work is returned to students after accreditation visits.