Department of Interior Design
Department Chair: T.L. McRae
Department Secretary: Marie Johnstun (208) 496-1368
Department Faculty: Wendy HarrisT.L. McRaeNolan Parson

 
PHILOSOPHY
Integrity  and  responsible  problem  solving  are  paramount  to  the  development  of  good  design  solutions  in  relationship  to  the  problems  of  current  human  settings  and  activities.  Interior  designers  creatively  enhance  the  function  and  aesthetics  of  these  diverse  interior  environments. 
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Entrance  to  the  program  is  by  application.  All  students  admitted  to  the  university  and  who  have  a  high  school  or  college  grade  point  average  of  3.0  or  better  are  eligible  to  apply.  Applications  can  be  obtained  by  writing  to  Admissions  in  care  of  BYU-Idaho.  Deadline  for  applications  (into  the  Interior  Design  Program)  is  March  15. 
 
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
This  is  a  tightly  sequenced  program  which  requires  close  adherence  to  the  prescribed  course  registration  schedule.  It  is  not  possible  to  reduce  the  eight  required  semesters  due  to  the  sequential  courses.  Entering  students  must  commence  the  program  fall  semester. 
 
CONTINUING PROGRAM STATUS
Students  must  maintain  a  3.0  GPA  in  all  Interior  Design  classes  to  continue  in  the  major.  A  portfolio  review  is  required  each  semester  to  evaluate  student  work. 
 
DESIGN QUALIFICATIONS
Graduates  are  qualified  for  design  positions  with  architectural  firms,  design  studios,  wholesale  and  retail  establishments,  or  self  employment  through  freelancing.  Emphasis  is  placed  on  problem  solving,  the  design  process,  aesthetic  judgment  and  the  development  of  technical  and  communication  skills. 
 
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
The  program  is  accredited  by  FIDER  (Foundation  for  Interior  Design  Education  Research)  and  endorsed  by  NKBA  (National  Kitchen  and  Bath  Association).  Enrollment  in  ID  100  ASID  (American  Society  of  Interior  Designers)  is  required  each  semester  which  includes  membership  in  the  student  chapter  of  ASID. 
 
FIELD TRIPS
Two  field  trips  are  required  during  the  baccalaureate  program.  At  least  one  must  be  to  a  major  market  city. 
 
Program Description
 


B.S.  in Interior Design (420)
A specialized Bachelor of Science Degree concentrating on problem solution and the development of good design in relationship to the problems of current human settings and activities. Interior designers creatively enhance the function and aesthetics of these diverse interior environments.


General Education Requirements

As you fill the General Education and University Requirements take the classes listed below and then go to General Education for a complete listing of the requirements

Social Science GE requirement
 Take 1 Course
 SOC 112
 SOC 112H


AND
 Take 1 Course
 MATH 108
 MATH 110


AND
 Take 1 Course 

 ART 101


Major Requirements

 Take all of these courses
 ARCH 100
 ARCH 110
 ARCH 160
 HFED 260
 ID 100R
 ID 101
 ID 101S
 ID 102
 ID 102S
 ID 105
 ID 136
 ID 137
 ID 203
 ID 238
 ID 239
 ID 240
 ID 240S
 ID 250
 ID 250S
 ID 276
 ID 341
 ID 341S
 ID 355
 ID 355S
 ID 380
 ID 381
 ID 382
 ID 385
 ID 395
 ID 398R
 ID 460
 ID 465
 ID 499

Sample Sequence of Courses

Consult with your advisor as you plan each semester.
 
B.S.  in Interior Design
First Semester
ARCH 1002
ID 100R0.5
ID 1013
ID 101S0
ID 1052
ID 1362
Religion2
Reading and Writing (English)3
Total Credits14
Second Semester
ARCH 1603
ART 1013
ID 100R0.5
ID 1023
ID 1372
Religion2
Mathematics3
Total Credits16
Third Semester
ARCH 1103
HFED 2603
ID 100R0.5
ID 2032
ID 2382
ID 2403
ID 240S0
Religion2
Total Credits15
Fourth Semester
ID 100R0.5
ID 2392
ID 2503
ID 250S0
ID 2763
Religion2
Physical Science4
Total Credits14
Fifth Semester
ID 100R0.5
ID 3413
ID 341S0
ID 3803
ID 3822
ID 3953
American Institutions3
Total Credits14
Sixth Semester
ID 100R0.5
ID 3553
ID 355S0
ID 3813
ID 3853
Religion2
Reading and Writing (English)3
Total Credits14
Seventh Semester
ID 100R0.5
ID 4603
Religion2
Social Science3
Biological Science4
Basic Skills2
Total Credits14
Eighth Semester
ID 100R0.5
ID 4652
ID 4994
Religion2
Letters3
Total Credits11
 
Course Descriptions

ID 100R ASID/Portfolio/Field Trip (0.5:1:0)
Fee:  $60.00
Prerequisite: (Majors only)
Required each semester for all Interior Design majors. A course designed to strengthen and enrich the program and exposure of interior design students to the professional design world. Includes membership in the student chapter of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) with arranged class presentations by guest lecturers and other activities. Portfolio Review participation required each semester. Participation in two field trips (one major/one minor) required for graduation from the program.
 
ID 101 Design Basics (3:1:4)
Fee:  $10.00
Prerequisite: (Majors Only)
An introduction to the elements and principles of design; their use and meaning in the environment; development of qualitative judgment and creative problem solving; emphasis on two-dimensional design in project format; oral, written, and graphic presentation required.
 
ID 102 Color Theory (2:0:4)
Prerequisite: (Majors only) ID 101, or consent of instructor
 
ID 105 Intro to Interior Design (3:3:0)
Prerequisite: (Majors only)
 
ID 136 Present I (3:1:4)
Prerequisite: (Majors Only) or consent of instructor
 
ID 137 Presentation II: Drawing and Rendering (2:0:4)
Fee:  $10.00
Prerequisite: (Majors Only) ID 101, ID 136, or consent of instructor
ID 137 introduces design students to rendering techniques as they pertain to the interior design process. This course builds on the skills learned in ID 136 by adding the skill of rendering with markers and colored pencils. The course will demonstrate the use of value and color in enhancing the communication value of perspectives. The course will continue to reinforce the use and understanding of the basic elements and principles of design.
 
ID 160 Architecture Drafting & Detailing (3:1:0)
Fee:  $10.00
ID 160 introduces design students to construction document preparation for residential projects. This course will reinforce the understanding of building systems, construction, and how to detail individual building components. All projects will be completed using hand drafting tools and techniques.
 
ID 200 Presentation Studio Skills I (1:0:2)
Prerequisite: Majors only: ID 101, ID 136, or consent of instructor
A series of mini-classes designed to introduce students to topics and skills of specialization not focused on in other courses. Special topics is a group of rotating mini-classes whose subjects will be determined based on the needs of the Department and the students.
 
ID 203 3-D Design (2:0:4)
Prerequisite: (Majors only) ID 102, ID 137
 
ID 238 Presentation III: Visual Communication (2:0:4)
Prerequisite: (Majors Only) ID 102, ID 136, ID 137, or approval from instructor
A course to assist students in honing their visual thinking and communication skills. ID 238 is designed to help design students improve and master quick sketching and drawing to enhance the design process. Emphasis is especially focused on communicating scale and proportion. To accomplish this, the human figure and proportions will be used as the measuring unit.
 
ID 240 Space Planning I (3:1:4)
Fee:  $15.00
Prerequisite: (Majors only) ID 102, ID 105, ID 137, ID 160
A beginning course in residential space planning. Foundational concepts include programming, concept development, problem solving, space planning, and design communication. Students will be introduced to furniture, finish, and product specification with supporting schedules.
 
ID 242 Calculations (2:2:0)
Prerequisite: Majors only: ID 105, ID 240, ID 160
An introduction to accurately preparing estimates for interior finish materials and labor.
 
ID 250 Space Planning II (3:1:4)
Fee:  $15.00
Prerequisite: (Majors only) ID 203, ID 238, ID 240
A course consisting of studio exercises in the planning, design and layout of residential kitchens and baths in accordance with NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association) guidelines and presentation standards.
 
ID 276 Materials and Sources (3:3:0)
Prerequisite: (Majors Only) ID 240
A survey of interior design materials available for the residential and contract market. Product, distribution, specification, installation, maintenance and evaluation. Lecture, group presentation and field trips.
 
ID 300 Presentation Studio Skills II (1:0:2)
Prerequisite: Majors only: ID 101, ID 137, ID 238 or consent of instructor
Series of mini-classes designed to introduce students to topics and skills of specialization not focused on in other courses. Special topics is a group of rotating mini-classes whose subjects will be determined based on the needs of the Department and the students.
 
ID 341 Space Planning III (3:1:4)
Fee:  $15.00
Prerequisite: (Majors Only) ID 250, ID 276
An intermediate course designed to provide students experience in research development, programming and schematic design development, problem solving, space planning, furniture layout, fabric and finish material selection/calculation/specification, and practical competencies in residential design. Barrier-free, passive solar, green and the use of sustainable products will be addressed. Contract design considerations will be introduced.
 
ID 355 Contract Design I (3:1:4)
Fee:  $15.00
Prerequisite: (Majors only) ID 341, ID 380, ID 395
A course designed to give students intermediate experience in research development and practical competencies in contract design. A foundation in building codes will be emphasized with special attention to restaurant and health care occupancies.
 
ID 380 Historical Architecture and Furniture (3:3:0)
Fee:  $5.00
A survey of the historical development of architecture, furniture, and furnishings from prehistory to the Industrial Revolution.
 
ID 381 Contemporary Architecture and Furniture (3:3:0)
Fee:  $5.00
Prerequisite: ID 380
A survey of the development of contemporary architecture, furniture, and furnishings from the Industrial Revolution to the present.
 
ID 384 Advanced Visual Presentation (2:0:4)
Prerequisite: Arch 110
This advanced course is designed to give students experience creating and photographing architectural models. A foundation in techniques and material selection will be taught. Projects will include computer generated and hand crafted models
 
ID 385 Business Principles (3:3:0)
Prerequisite: (Majors Only) ID 276, ID 341
This course is designed to introduce the student to the business aspect of interior design. Information will be presented regarding procedural forms and professional practices for the interior designer, i.e., ethics, contracts, fee bases, purchase orders, letters of agreement, business formations, and terminology relating to the interior design business practice. Resume' writing, interviewing and job seeking skills for the job market will also be covered.
 
ID 395 Lighting (3:3:0)
Prerequisite: (Majors Only) ID 250
A course designed to introduce the student to the principles of lighting design, lighting systems, light sources, communication of lighting design and specification, and practical application of learned principles in project format.
 
ID 398R Internship (3-6:0:0)
Prerequisite: (Majors Only) ID 385
Four-week (160 hours) supervised work experience with a professional design firm. For those specializing in kitchen and bath design, an eight-week (320 hours)internship is required with a certified kitchen designer (CKD) or bath designer (CBD).
 
ID 404 Surface Ornamentation (3:1:4)
Fee:  $15.00
Prerequisite: ID 101 recommended
Motif and pattern development for applied design on two- and three-dimensional surfaces. Block printing, screen printing, stenciling, and fabric painting for interiors. Faux finishes and paint techniques on sample boards, i.e., marbling, rag-rolling, frottage, sponging, combing, and oil gilding, etc.(Materials will cost approximately $75-100)
 
ID 460 Contract Design II (3:1:4)
Fee:  $15.00
Prerequisite: (Majors only) ID 355, ID 382
A course designed to provide students advanced experience in contract design and research development.
 
ID 465 Portfolio (2:0:4)
Prerequisite: (Majors Only)
Preparation of portfolio for the job search. Twelve projects required. Resume included. Required last semester prior to graduation.
 
ID 499 Comprehensive Project (4:2:4)
Fee:  $10.00
Prerequisite: (Majors only) ID 381, ID 385, ID 460
A capstone course designed to prepare the student for the NCIDQ Examination through lecture review of all previous design courses, written exams, and completion of a timed design practicum. Local community design project(s) involvement required. Required last semester for graduation.