This text examines the relationship between the built form and
culture and serves as an introduction to thinking philosophically
about design theory for students in interior design and
architecture. Through a series of primary and secondary reading
selections written by important architects, critics, and thinkers,
students are introduced to paradigms and models for interpreting
the built environment and encouraged to think on their own about
their designs for the built environment. Readings and subsequent
"Dialogues," or exchange of ideas and stories, encourage design
considerations and facilitate holistic thinking in the design
process. Features: -- Focuses on skills such as critical thinking
and problem solving -- Selected readings appropriate for all levels
- from foundation to advanced courses -- Weekly assignments
consisting of short written responses to the readings "Dialogues"
-- Final assignment to write a "Personal Manifesto" -- Appendix
includes glossary of key terms and extensive bibliography --
Instructor's Guide includes suggestions for additional
practice-based and research-based assignments
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