ACH 201 - History of Interior Design

3 credit hours - One hour of lecture and four hours of laboratory weekly; one term.
Examine the evolution of interior design through the lifestyles of the ancient civilizations of the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Explore the architecture of the past through present day, the role it plays in interior design, and how it applies to furniture design and the decorative arts. Examine French, Italian, English, and American styles and design development. 

Note: Completion of ACH 245  is highly recommended prior to taking this course. Typically offered OL; fall and spring terms.

Course Outcomes:
1.  Discuss historical periods’ relevance to interior design.

2.  Identify interior design elements by their period.

3.  Interpret historical references used in interior design.

4.  Identify interior design trends based on past historical periods.

5.  Incorporate historical interior design elements.